Senior District Manager – High-Growth QSR Concept Launch | Dublin
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Salary: Up to €80,000 + benefits + long-term opportunity
A well-established international hospitality group is bringing one of the world’s most exciting and high-growth QSR brands to Ireland. The first flagship location will open in Dublin, with an ambitious multi-unit rollout to follow over the coming years.
We are now seeking a Senior District Manager to lead this expansion on the ground. This is a rare opportunity to play a foundational role in shaping a bold brand’s market entry and long-term success in Ireland.
About the Role
This is a senior leadership position with significant autonomy and strategic impact. As Senior District Manager, you will be responsible for the performance, standards, and culture of an expanding portfolio of high-energy, high-volume restaurants. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and be instrumental in establishing best-in-class operations, building strong teams, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
You will start by leading the Dublin flagship site through its launch and early trading, then transition into a multi-site leadership role as the brand expands nationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the operations and financial performance of multiple sites, beginning with the flagship opening in Dublin
- Deliver best-in-class operational standards across all restaurants under your leadership
- Build, coach, and develop high-performing general managers and site teams
- Lead all hiring and training during initial openings, supported by the central team
- Champion guest experience, food quality, and service consistency at every level
- Implement and monitor compliance across food safety, health and safety, and HR
- Manage budgets, labour, and costs to meet business performance targets
- Collaborate on real estate and new site readiness with the central leadership team
- Act as a brand ambassador and culture carrier as the business grows
About You
- 4+ years in a senior multi-site or area management role within branded QSR, fast casual, or hospitality
- Experience opening new sites or managing operational scale-up preferred
- Demonstrated success in delivering operational excellence and exceeding KPIs
- Excellent leadership and people management skills
- Strong financial acumen and a strategic mindset
- Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities across locations
- Passionate about food, people, and creating exceptional guest experiences
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to €80,000, depending on experience
- Opportunity to lead a brand-new market entry with a respected global QSR name
- Career progression as the Irish business grows
- High visibility within a well-funded, international organisation
- A unique chance to influence brand culture and standards in a new territory
