Regional Director of Operations Jobs in Iowa

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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Territory Manager - Des Moines

  • Ames, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 4 days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

Hotel Director of Sales

  • Coralville, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 10 days ago

$90,000 plus full time benefits and travel discounts. What we offer: Health, Dental, Vision and other benefits available after 60 days DailyPay 401k Paid Training Paid PTO Referral program...

Territory Manager - Davenport and Quad Cities Area

  • Blue Grass, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Blue Grass, IA
  • 11 days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

District Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 12 days ago

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our...

Director of Casino Operations (Horseshoe)

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 12 days ago

Responsible for the overall integrity of daily operations, ensures compliance and training with all regulatory, internal control, and associated policies and procedures Builds guest relations through...

Territory Manager - Anytown, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

Territory Manager - Anytown, IA NTN Bearing of America paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Iowa, Des Moines Jun 17, 2025 Work Location Anytown, Iowa, United States Pay Type...

Regional Director Human Resources

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago

_\*\*\*The location for this position is virtual/remote anywhere in the state of California\*\*\*_ This is your chance to be part of a Corporate Human Resources Operations team at a global...

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District Manager - Waukee, IA

  • Waukee, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Waukee, IA
  • 16 days ago

#LI-JB2 YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS: Preferred experience in a large or multi-unit environment, with knowledge of retail or restaurant operations and financial reporting A passion for training, coaching...

District Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago

$64,625 - $72,000 a year Employer: DRM Arby's DRM, Inc. is an Omaha based company that owns and operates 121 Arby's quick service restaurants in a multi-state region. DRM provides the atmosphere,...

District Manager - Pella/Oskaloosa, IA

  • Pella, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • Pella, IA
  • 25 days ago

#LI-JB2 YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS: Preferred experience in a large or multi-unit environment, with knowledge of retail or restaurant operations and financial reporting A passion for training, coaching...

DoD SkillBridge: Territory Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 45+ days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

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Salary for Regional Director of Operations Jobs in Iowa

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

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Regional Director of Operationss in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
10.8%
High School or GED
10.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
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 Iowa
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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