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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Hotel Director of Sales

  • Coralville, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 5 days ago

$80,000 to $90,000 DOE plus full benefits and bonus. Dual Hotel Holiday Inn and Hampton Inn Coralville. Kinseth Hospitality. What we offer: Health, Dental, Vision and other benefits available...

Territory Manager

  • Davenport, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 9 days ago

Company Description Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste...

Regional Operations Manager

  • Keota, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Keota, IA
  • 11 days ago

Company Overview Livestock Nutrition Center specializes in blending customized rations, supplements and premixes to meet the specific nutritional needs of Livestock Producer's operations. We...

Territory Manager - Davenport and Quad Cities Area

  • Walcott, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Walcott, IA
  • 17 days ago

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

District Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 18 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...

Sales Representative

  • Davenport, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 20 days ago

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

Outside Sales Territory Manager - Northern Des Moines Iowa Region

  • Pleasant Hill, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Würth Baer Supply Company is one of the nation's leading specialty wholesale distributors to the woodworking industry, offering an extensive inventory of decorative and functional hardware, tools,...

Remote Work

Territory Manager - Cedar Falls Area

  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 45+ days ago

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

Director of Operations Tyson Events Center

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 45+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Hotel Director

  • Tama, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tama, IA
  • 60+ days ago

management experience may be substituted for education requirement. ) Six (6) years of proven hotel management experience, preferably in a casino resort setting, across all aspects of hotel operations...

Territory Manager - Cedar Falls Area

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Iowa

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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
10.7%
High School or GED
10.6%
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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