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VP of Growth & Real Estate – Upscale Restaurant Group
$200,000 - $275,000 + Bonus
Join this renowned hospitality group as the VP of Growth & Real Estate, leading market expansion, site selection, and real estate strategy to identify the right locations, concepts, and opportunities for continued growth.
COMPANY
Known for delivering exceptional guest experiences through creativity, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence
BENEFITS & FEATURES
Medical insurance paid 100%
Dental and Vision insurance
FSA and HSA
401k with 5% match
2 weeks of vacation, 3 weeks after 2+ years
YOUR ROLE WITH THE COMPANY
The VP of Growth & Real Estate leads the company’s expansion and real estate strategy, evaluating new markets, identifying and securing high-potential locations, and aligning the right concepts with the right opportunities to drive successful portfolio growth. Primary responsibilities include:
Lead the company’s growth and real estate strategy, identifying priority markets and expansion opportunities that align with long-term business objectives
Evaluate prospective markets, trade areas, and sites using demographic, competitive, operational, and financial insights to determine overall restaurant viability
Source and assess new restaurant locations, ensuring alignment between concept, market, site characteristics, and projected business performance
Manage relationships with brokers, landlords, developers, and other real estate partners across both existing and new markets
Lead lease negotiations and deal structuring in partnership with ownership, legal, and financial stakeholders, balancing growth objectives with sound business terms
Partner directly with ownership to evaluate expansion opportunities, present recommendations, and support high-level decisions around market entry and portfolio growth
Build and leverage a strong national network of market resources, brokers, and industry contacts to gather intelligence and identify opportunities across multiple regions
Collaborate closely with Construction & Design, Operations, Finance, and other leadership teams to ensure a seamless transition from executed real estate deal through development and opening
BACKGROUND PROFILE
10+ years of progressive experience in restaurant real estate, hospitality development, commercial real estate, brokerage, or related multi-unit growth environments
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Demonstrated success leading multi-market expansion, site selection, and real estate strategy, with a strong understanding of market analysis, trade areas, demographics, and competitive positioning
Extensive experience sourcing opportunities and negotiating leases, letters of intent, and complex real estate terms with brokers, landlords, developers, and ownership groups
Strong financial acumen with the ability to evaluate deal economics, site viability, pro formas, investment returns, and other key metrics that support expansion decisions
Proven ability to work directly with founders or ownership while managing multiple markets, cultivating strong industry relationships, and presenting clear recommendations that drive growth decisions
Ability to work in person at the company’s New York City office five days per week
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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