Managing Director – Commercial & Restaurant Operations

About the role

Piggly Foods Corporation is seeking a senior executive to lead commercial growth and operational excellence across all its restaurant brands. The Managing Director will own revenue generation, profitability, guest experience, and strategic development, acting as a true business owner to drive sustainable expansion in Western Visayas.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a commercial strategy that identifies new revenue streams beyond traditional restaurant sales.
• Lead market research, customer insights, and competitive analysis to inform new concepts, products, and promotional campaigns.
• Build strategic partnerships with corporate clients, government agencies, schools, cooperatives, and community organizations, expanding catering, events, and institutional sales.
• Oversee day‑to‑day restaurant operations, ensuring consistency in food quality, service standards, cleanliness, and compliance with food safety regulations.
• Optimize food cost, labor cost, inventory management, and overall operational efficiency through SOPs and performance management.
• Own P&L performance, prepare annual budgets, commercial forecasts, and financial improvement plans, and implement corrective actions to enhance branch profitability.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and mentor restaurant leaders, fostering a high‑performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
• Establish performance scorecards, operational KPIs, and succession plans for key management positions.

Required profile

• Proven executive experience in scaling restaurant or hospitality businesses with a strong commercial mindset.
• Data‑driven decision‑making ability and track record of identifying and capitalising on new revenue opportunities.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial management, P&L ownership, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong leadership skills with experience building high‑performing teams and driving operational excellence.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including corporate clients, government entities, and community organisations.

Required skills