Deputy CEO
Overview
Our client is building its network of quick-service restaurants in Germany from the ground up. The Deputy CEO will take full ownership of operational, strategic, and administrative management, overseeing restaurant openings, team building, financial control, and compliance with international franchise standards. This is a rare opportunity to shape a major brand’s footprint in Europe.
Responsibilities
- Lead site selection, investment planning, restaurant construction, and openings.
- Manage operations, budgets, P&L, and financial performance across multiple locations.
- Build and develop operational and restaurant teams; implement training and motivation programs.
- Ensure high-quality standards, hygiene, and compliance with franchisor requirements.
- Coordinate closely with the parent company and international franchisor on strategy, reporting, and audits.
- Oversee local marketing campaigns and operational promotion initiatives.
Qualifications
- 5+ years in leadership roles within QSR, retail, or multi-unit restaurant operations.
- Proven experience launching and scaling restaurants in Europe.
- Fluent in German and English; strong understanding of German law and regulations.
- Strategic mindset with excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment with high accountability.
Compensation & Relocation
- Base salary + bonuses
- KPI-based annual bonus tied to restaurant openings, audits, and operational targets.
- Relocation support for international hires (housing assistance, logistics support).
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