Operations Manager (Regional) - Seattle at Css

Who we are CloudKitchens helps restaurateurs around the world succeed in online food delivery - our goal is to make food more affordable, higher quality and convenient for everyone. We take underutilized properties and transform them into smart kitchens so they can better serve restaurateurs, customers and the neighborhoods they’re in. Every time we launch a new facility we create jobs in that neighborhood, and we’re proud to provide a wide range of cuisines and options for healthy food at an affordable price. We're changing the game for restaurateurs, whether they’re entrepreneurs opening their first restaurant all the way through to your favorite global quick-service restaurant chains. Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds high-performing teams, and is obsessed with operational excellence? CloudKitchens is seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to oversee 5-8 facilities within our CSS region. In this critical role, you’ll lead a team of Associate Operations Managers, optimize end-to-end processes, and ensure a seamless experience for our customers and partners. What you’ll do As a Regional Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for: • Managing Operations Across Sites: Oversee day-to-day operations of 8 CloudKitchens facilities within your region, ensuring consistent performance and high standards. • Leading High-Performing Teams: Hire, train, and coach hourly staff and salaried site-level managers to execute flawlessly and grow professionally. • Optimizing Fulfillment and Operations Processes: Continuously improve our order fulfillment service with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. • Maintaining Operational Discipline: Own the P&L for your region, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive financial performance. • Driving Customer Success: • Support onboarding of new customers • Resolve operational support issues on-site • Partner with sales to backfill vacant kitchens • Build strong relationships with 3PL partners • Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate cross-functionally to shape product roadmaps, close feedback loops, and escalate/resolve issues effectively. • Ensuring Compliance & Safety: Maintain all facility permits, licenses, and compliance with food safety and building standards. What we’re looking for We're looking for someone who embodies these core competencies: • Strategic Problem Solver – You're great at breaking down complex problems, prioritizing solutions, and making smart decisions under pressure. • Process Builder / Manager – You design scalable solutions and use data to drive ongoing improvement and performance. • Real-Time Operations Leader – You stay calm under pressure and act fast when the unexpected happens. • People Manager – You're employee-obsessed, capable of inspiring, developing, and leading teams in an operational environment. Requirements • 3-5 years of experience in operations, logistics, facilities management, and hospitality experience is ideal • Experience managing frontline teams, preferably in multi-site environments • Proven ability to own KPIs and drive measurable improvements • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills • Willingness to roll up your sleeves and be on-site regularly Knowledge of P&L management and compliance practices is a plus Why join us • Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10x from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500B- $1T by 2030. • Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery. • Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow, and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customers’ success. What else you need to know This is a field-based role in Seattle, with a blend of daily site and occasional remote work. Looking forward to sharing more about a Career of Substance at CloudKitchens. Job Type: Full-time The base salary for this role starts at: USD $90,000k Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees): • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options) • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term) • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children • Pet insurance discount • 401(k) • Time Off policies • Discretionary vacation days • 8 paid holidays per year • Paid sick time • Paid Bereavement leave • Paid Parental Leave • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter) Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. CSS accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Schedule: • 40 hours per week • Flexible Schedule • Monday to Friday • Weekends as needed Having Experience In: • Operations Management: 2 years (Preferred) • Employee Management/Assistant Management: 2 years (Preferred) • Restaurant Management: 2 years (Preferred) • Property Management: 2 years (Preferred) Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others? #LI-Onsite