Regional Director of Operations Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Illinois

A Regional Director of Operations in the hospitality industry oversees the operations of various establishments within a specific geographical area. They are responsible for ensuring all hotels, restaurants, or resorts under their purview are running efficiently, meeting the revenue targets, adhering to safety and health standards, and delivering high-quality services. This involves coordinating with different department managers, analyzing financial data, developing and implementing strategies, and conducting regular site visits to assess the performance and customer satisfaction.

To excel in this position, one should have excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving and strategic planning skills. A deep understanding of the hospitality industry and strong financial acumen are also essential. Relevant certifications like Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) or Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) can be advantageous. A person usually advances to this role after serving as a General Manager, Assistant Director of Operations, or Director of Food and Beverage in the hospitality industry.

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Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regional Operations Manager to oversee and coordinate our operations in the upper Midwestern markets (IL, WI, MN, Dakotas and...

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Assistant Director of Property Operations - The Drake Hotel

  • Hilton Worldwide
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

JobID: 208257 Category: Engineering, Maintenance and Facilities JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2026-06-01T23:04:52+00:00 JobShift: Salary: $90,000-$100,000/USD/Yearly Exceptional Hospitality...

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Sr. Director of Operations

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 1 day ago

This position requires at least three years of prior/current Chick-fil-A experience Senior Director of Operations The Sr. Director of Operations' key objective is driving operational excellence to...

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Area Manager

  • Steak N Shake Co
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago

Food Safety Certification required Strong understanding of restaurant operations, food safety, sanitation, labor management, and financial controls Proven leadership, coaching, and team development...

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District Manager in Training - Dining Services

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Belleville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we...

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District Manager

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

Outstanding opportunity with a growing organization that focuses on a people-first culture! District Manager Responsibilities Can drive operational excellence and company profitability Great at...

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District Manager

  • Dunkin'
  • Huntley, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntley, IL
  • 2 days ago

Must be computer literate and familiar with restaurant management software (Microsoft Office)....

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Sales Area Manager - Chicago Metro

  • Performance Foods
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Company Description: Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels,...

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Manager

  • Lacoste
  • Joliet, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 8 days ago

Food Safety Certification required Strong understanding of restaurant operations, food safety, sanitation, labor management, and financial controls Proven leadership, coaching, and team development...

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District Manager IV

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Job Description: The District Manager 4 is responsible and accountable for leading and directing their multiple assigned branch operations to achieve ongoing service revenue growth, profitability,...

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Director of Restaurant & Bar Operations

  • The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 15 days ago

Foster strong communication and collaboration with culinary leadership, sales, events, and hotel operations teams....

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Territory Manager

  • Royal Cup Coffee
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago

T erritory Manager - Route Delivery Driver Overview Want to learn more about being a Territory Manager at Royal Cup? Click here SUMMARY: The Territory Manager reports to the Area Manager and is a...

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Assistant Director of Operations - Food & Beverage

  • Hyatt Corporation
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 days ago

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Assistant Director of...

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Janitorial Area Manager - Chicagoland

  • Allied Universal
  • Morton Grove, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL
  • 21 days ago

Company Overview: Join Allied Universal Facility Management and Janitorial Services! We're committed to delivering exceptional cleaning, landscaping, and restoration services for commercial...

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Hotel Operations Manager

  • Kinseth Hospitality
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 22 days ago

Plan and direct main hotel operations including quality checks, standards, cleanliness and guest satisfaction of the property interior and exterior....

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Salary for Regional Director of Operations Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Regional Director of Operations positions.



Highest Education Level

Regional Director of Operationss in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.9%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
High School or GED
10.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.0%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Regional Director of Operationss in Illinois
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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