We are partnering with a growing food & hospitality business to appoint an Operations Manager to take ownership of a developing multi-site concept in Belgium.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in hands-on environments and wants to move beyond pure operations into a role with real influence over performance, team culture, and future expansion.
You will step into a business at an exciting stage - established enough to have momentum, yet still requiring the right operational leader to elevate standards, unlock growth, and shape what comes next.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee operations across multiple restaurant locations, ensuring consistent execution
* Drive sales performance and improve overall site profitability
* Lead, coach, and develop restaurant teams to build capability and accountability
* Maintain high standards in food quality, service delivery, and hygiene
* Monitor key performance indicators and take action to improve results
* Identify operational inefficiencies and implement practical improvements
* Support the preparation and execution of new site openings
* Maintain a strong presence in restaurants, working closely with teams on the ground
Required Qualifications
* Proven experience in Food & Beverage / restaurant operations
* Direct experience working within a Korean restaurant environment
* Strong understanding of Korean food standards and operational requirements
* Demonstrated ability to improve business performance (sales, efficiency, or team outcomes)
* Experience managing teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
* Ability to operate in a multi-site setting
* Fluent in English, with working proficiency in Flemish
* Comfortable working in a fully onsite, field-based role
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience opening new restaurant locations or supporting business expansion
* Background in scaling or growing a restaurant concept
* Exposure to casual dining or quick service restaurant environments
* Strong commercial awareness and ability to work with performance metrics
Package (Salary, Benefits, Leave)
* Salary: €40,000 – €50,000 gross per annum
* Bonus: Performance-related incentive (details shared during process)
* Benefits: To be discussed
* Leave: Statutory Belgian annual leave (minimum 20 days + public holidays)
* Working Model: Onsite, with regular travel between locations
Equal Employment Opportunity
IDM Brands and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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