Hi J***y, I’m J***e, an HR recruiter at StrategyBrain. I came across your impressive decades-long leadership at B***s S***e & G***e,your hands-on experience in operations, community engagement, and event planning really stood out. I’m partnering with M***e R***r H***y G***p to find a Regional Director of Operations to oversee multiple restaurant locations in the Grand Rapids area. Would you be open to a brief conversation to explore if this opportunity aligns with your career goals? Best regards, J***e

Hi J***y, Great to hear from you, and I appreciate your openness. Before we nail down a time, here’s a bit more on the Regional Director of Operations role at M***e R***r H***y G***p and how it ties to your background: • Company & Culture: M***e R***r operates 15 community-driven restaurant and bar concepts throughout Grand Rapids. We pride ourselves on supportive leadership, local partnerships, and ongoing professional development. • Key Responsibilities: 1. Oversee daily operations across multiple locations,ensuring service consistency and guest satisfaction. 2. Drive strategic initiatives around menu innovation, community events, and marketing to boost sales. 3. Lead, mentor, and develop restaurant managers into high-performance teams. 4. Manage vendor contracts, optimize supply chain, and control costs without compromising quality. 5. Plan and execute large-scale events,an area where your decades of event-planning at B***s will be invaluable. • Growth & Impact: This role reports to the VP of Operations, with clear pathways to senior leadership. You’ll have the resources of a growing regional operator and the autonomy to shape our operational strategy. • Benefits: Competitive salary plus performance bonus, health coverage, 401(k) match, and professional development support. Does this align with your interests? If so, I’m available this week for a 30-minute conversation on: • Tuesday 10:00,11:00 AM • Wednesday 2:00,3:00 PM • Thursday 1:00,2:00 PM Let me know which slot works best or if you need more detail on any aspect of the position. Looking forward to connecting! Best, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi J***y, Thanks for asking. For the Regional Director of Operations role, the base salary range is typically between $120,000 and $140,000, depending on experience, with an annual performance bonus and a full benefits package (health, 401(k) match, professional development, etc.). Wednesday from 2:00,3:00 PM works perfectly,I'll send over a calendar invite shortly. In the meantime, let me know if you have any other questions or need additional details before our chat. Looking forward to speaking then! Best, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi J***y, Great questions. As Regional Director you would have direct oversight of all 15 M***e R***r H***y G***p locations throughout the Grand Rapids area. In terms of travel, you can expect to be on-site roughly 50,60% of your time,typically 2,3 days per week visiting 3,5 restaurants on a rotating schedule. This cadence ensures you’re partnering closely with each management team, supporting events, and driving consistency across the portfolio. Let me know if you’d like any more detail before Wednesday,look forward to diving in then! Best, J***e

Hi J***y, You’ll have 15 direct reports,one Restaurant Manager at each M***e R***r location,and you’ll work closely with any Assistant Managers they’ve developed on site. On the HR side, we have a centralized Shared Services team that handles payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and basic HR inquiries. That means you can lean on them for all people-ops support while you focus on coaching your managers and driving operational excellence. Looking forward to diving deeper on Wednesday! Best, J***e

Hi J***y, Great question. At M***e R***r you’ll have a dedicated corporate Marketing & Communications team that builds regional campaigns, manages our digital channels, and partners with you to localize promotions,everything from seasonal menu roll-outs to community events. You’ll work directly with a Marketing Coordinator assigned to your region, plus our Director of Marketing, to ensure consistent brand messaging and drive guest traffic. On the training side, our Learning & Development group supports new-hire onboarding, ongoing skills workshops, and leadership programs. They’ll collaborate with you to assess manager training needs, roll out operational best practices, and deliver both in-person sessions and e-learning modules. This shared-service model lets you focus on coaching your teams while the experts handle curriculum, tracking, and certifications. Hope that gives you a clear picture,looking forward to diving into more details on Wednesday at 2:00 PM! Best, J***e