Senior Manager of Openings & Operations

Mina Group is an industry-leading hospitality group led by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina. We manage more than 40 concepts across the US, partnering with numerous industry leaders including the Four Seasons, MGM hotels, JW Marriott, and Regent Hotels. Our goal is to elevate the craft of hospitality by delivering one-of-a-kind memories to our guests. We will recruit and develop leaders who share our obsession with hospitality and embrace our values of empathy, adaptability, and selflessness.About the Role:The Senior Manager of Openings & Operations works alongside the VP and Directors of Operations to support the successful execution of new restaurant openings and operational excellence across Mina Group restaurants nationally and internationally.This role is responsible for providing operational leadership during restaurant openings, management transitions, training initiatives, and periods requiring additional management support. As a key member of the Restaurant Excellence Team (REX), you will coordinate, supervise, train, and assist in all operational areas at both new and existing restaurants while ensuring Mina Group standards, systems, and culture are executed consistently.Applicants must be open to relocation and extensive travel.What we offer:Competitive salary and great benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees401K with 3% company matchBonus programsCell phone reimbursementPre-tax commuter benefitsDelicious daily family mealUp to 50% meal discount at Mina Group restaurantsFlexible schedulesFun, dynamic, and innovative atmosphereCareer advancement opportunities and progressive development plansOur Ideal Candidate is:A highly adaptable hospitality leader who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and has a passion for restaurant openings, operational excellence, and leadership development. You are energized by building teams, implementing systems, and supporting restaurants through critical operational moments.You are hands-on, solutions-oriented, and capable of stepping into multiple leadership environments while maintaining exceptional hospitality standards. You lead with professionalism, accountability, emotional intelligence, and strong communication skills while serving as a culture carrier for Mina Group.You possess a strong operational foundation, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to influence and develop managers and hourly teams across a variety of concepts and markets.What you bring to the table:Professional AttributesStrong knowledge of fine dining front-of-house operationsExperience with restaurant openings and operational transitionsAbility to develop and execute training programs and operational systemsStrong leadership presence with the ability to coach managers and line-level employeesFinancial acumen including labor management, reporting, inventory controls, and cost managementWorking knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and compliance standardsExperience conducting operational audits and implementing action plansStrong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and WordExperience with industry systems such as Micros, Toast, OpenTable, SevenRooms, Restaurant365, Avero, or similar platforms preferredAbility to collaborate effectively with Operations, HR, Finance, Culinary, and hotel partnersBasic QualificationsMinimum 5 years of restaurant management experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality environmentsMulti-unit or multi-state operational experience preferredMinimum 3 restaurant openings in a management role strongly preferredExperience hiring, interviewing, training, and developing teamsStrong understanding of health, safety, sanitation, and labor compliance standardsBachelor’s Degree in Hospitality, Business Administration, or related field preferredAbility to frequently lift up to 40 poundsAbility to work extended hours based on business needsTravel:Extensive travel is required to perform the essential functions of this role. Travel assignments may include supporting restaurant openings, management transitions, operational refreshes, and training initiatives at Mina Group restaurants nationwide. Travel duration and frequency will vary based on business needs.When traveling outside of the assigned local market, approved travel expenses and per diem will be reimbursed in accordance with Mina Group travel policies.Salary for this role is $110,000-$125,000/yrThe Mina Group, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and other aspects of employment, please contact Mina Group Human Resources by emailing hrsupport@minagroup.net.