Description of Position

The VP of Operations will oversee all operations for Barcelona Wine Bar.  Reporting to you will be three Area Directors, Training Manager, Director of Culinary, and dotted line support from the resources in our home office.  Day to day direct responsibilities include maintaining excellent Guest Service and profitability while continuing the company’s vision, values and culture.

The Vice President of Operations  is dedicated to operational excellence at all times by aligning performance measures to support the achievement of company goals. This includes execution and quality while maximizing profitability by maintaining a high-energy, high performing district where people want to work. They provide leadership, coaching and direction to the restaurants to improve operations and increase sales and profit for each location.  You must be able to Strategically think about the business for the future growth and well-being of the brand.

•  Provide expert direction to each Area Directors and GM’s to increase guest satisfaction and sales by delivering excellent Guest Service while staying true to Barteca’s vision, values and culture. Develop guest loyalty through quality of operation, personalized guest attention and staff development.
• Review and analyzes financial statements with Area Directors on a regular basis and develop action plans to improve results and profitability.
• Determine management needs and select quality management candidates in partnership with the Area Director and Human Resources department. Recommend and effect transfers, promotions and terminations for management employees. Provide necessary coaching to Area Directors to assist him/her in achieving maximum effectiveness.
• Ensure all assigned restaurants meet the delivery of quality food and services through the purchasing and management of food and non-food items.  
• Prepares thoroughly and delivers well organized, dynamic and informative presentations to senior management as needed. 
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in accordance with ABRH’s Human Resources Policies and Procedures and Vision, Values and Culture. 
• Proactively Communicating upward to the President/CEO 

Beyond daily operations, the major immediate goals for the VP of Operations will be:

• Focus on driving sales through memorable experiences: Increased guest experience metrics, overall dining experience, atmosphere, ambiance, setting the vibe in addition to food quality and service. Vibe is something that is measured and is a part of the company's DNA. 

• Increase sales at a reasonable pace, expectations will be set together and wont be out of reach. 

• Refining a strategy that will yield a stable bench of management so that recruiting is not reactive. 

Why work with Barteca?

• Working with one of the fastest growing restaurant brands as noted by Restaurant Business Online. This position will be a true partner to and instrumental in the growth of the brand nationwide. 
• Be a part of a restaurant brand that has stellar reviews in all markets
• Working with an award winning design focused team 
• Working with proven hospitality visionaries who are quality focused - they build their own furniture in-house. 
• Location flexibility as the company continues to grow

Reporting Structure

The VP of Operations for Barcelona Wine Bar will report to Jeff Carcara, President.  

ABOUT THE CHEFS

Barcelona Wine Bar has attracted top Chef's from a wide range of backgrounds. The team is a closely knit group of culinarians that have found a home with the Barcelona Wine Bar Concepts. Some notable chefs with links to their interviews include:

Christopher Lee, Culinary Director (2 Michelin Stars)

Frank Proto, Executive Chef New Haven

Steven Brand, Executive Chef Brookline

Emilio Garcia, Sous Chef Brookline

qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree is highly preferred and / or minimum five years of prior multi-unit managerial restaurant experience is required.
• Head operations experience for small to large brand. 
• Can think strategically
• “A love of the game,” work hands on with team to grow culture and commitment to the brand
• Must have a thorough understanding of operating and management techniques as they apply to the restaurant industry.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as well as the ability to effectively train, coach, evaluate, and discipline employees. Must be able to read, write and effectively communicate in the English language.
• Analytical and organizational skills, as well the ability to define and effectively solve and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress; ability to demonstrate sound decision-making skills.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests with the goal of obtaining cooperation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel spreadsheets, Outlook, Word) is required.
• Uses sound judgment in day-to-day decisions by applying the company’s Vision, Values and Culture
•  Must be able to travel and work late nights to evaluate all day parts of the business
• Ability to interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, members, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
• Passion for the concept, cuisine and success of the brand in the given market.

Interested in learning more or know the right person? Email mandeep@hhcsearch.com

About the Company

Since 1996, Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant co-owners Sasa Mahr-Batuz and Andy Pforzheimer have been entertaining diners with flavorful small plates, daring design, and a welcoming atmosphere. 

At Barcelona, we pride ourselves in preparing tapas both simple and elegant using the finest seasonal picks from local markets and unusual specialties from Spain and the Mediterranean. The flavors are bold and the ingredients speak for themselves. Barcelona also offers an extensive selection of wines from Spain and South America and is one of the largest importers of Spanish wines in the United States. Barcelona serves 40 wines by the glass and we are constantly expanding and refining our wine offerings.

Today, we are the largest Spanish restaurant group in the United States with six locations in Connecticut: Greenwich, Stamford, South Norwalk, Fairfield, New Haven, West Hartford as well as locations in Atlanta, GA, Brookline, MA, South End Boston, MA Washington, DC, Nashville TN and Reston, VA.

Notable PR

The Wall Street Journal

Restaurant News

instant interview

If you are excited about the position and know that you are right for the role, the easiest way to get to the top of the list is to submit a video interview. By clicking on the link below, you will be taken to a series of questions that will take less than 15 minutes to complete. It is a great way to stand out beyond your resume!

Up to $500 for referrals!

If you are not interested in this particular role but have people in your network that could be a good fit, we would love to help them. For any person we place at any of our clients that you refer to us, we send you a check for $500.

Each person is limited to only 3 referrals maximum so please only refer your best and help continue to build the best culinary network.