Area Director

Job Title: Area Director - Captain D's Restaurants Company: Rice Seafood Holdings LLC (Captain D's Franchisee)

Multi-unit responsibility covering 4-8 restaurants About the Opportunity Rice Seafood Holdings LLC is seeking a driven, results-oriented Area Director to lead operations across our growing portfolio of Captain D's restaurants.

This is a key leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, team development, guest satisfaction, and financial performance in a dynamic QSR environment.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, have a proven track record in multi-unit restaurant management, and are passionate about delivering great seafood and Southern hospitality, we want to hear from you!

• Oversee daily operations for 6-8 Captain D's restaurant locations, ensuring adherence to brand standards, food safety, and operational excellence.
• Lead, coach, and develop General Managers and restaurant teams to build high-performing, engaged crews focused on guest experience.
• Drive sales growth, control costs (labor, food, operating expenses), and meet or exceed P&L targets.
• Conduct regular restaurant visits, audits, and performance reviews to identify opportunities and implement action plans.
• Recruit, train, and retain top talent; support succession planning and internal promotions.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, health/safety regulations, and Captain D's brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Operations on strategic initiatives, acquisitions, new openings, and market performance.
• Manage inventory, vendor relationships, maintenance, and capital projects effectively.
• Champion guest satisfaction and handle escalated guest concerns professionally.
• Travel frequently throughout the Pensacola to Alexandria, LA market to support locations and teams. Qualifications & Requirements
• Minimum 2-3+ years of multi-unit (5+ restaurants) management experience in QSR, fast-casual, or full-service restaurants (Captain D's or similar seafood/quick-service preferred).