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Operating Officer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

The Loring Group

Chief Operating Officer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Reporting to the President/CEO, the COO will unite director- and VP-level leaders around a common operating playbook, support continued growth, and identify practical efficiencies. The role begins ...

VersaDesk

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Opportunity VersaDesk is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to scale the business alongside our CEO as we expand market share, deepen our dealer network, and grow our omnichannel footprint. This ...

VersaDesk

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Opportunity VersaDesk is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to scale the business alongside our CEO as we expand market share, deepen our dealer network, and grow our omnichannel footprint. This ...

VersaDesk.com

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Pomona, CA · On-site

The Opportunity VersaDesk is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to scale the business alongside our CEO as we expand market share, deepen our dealer network, and grow our omnichannel footprint. This ...

VersaDesk

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Opportunity VersaDesk is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to scale the business alongside our CEO as we expand market share, deepen our dealer network, and grow our omnichannel footprint. This ...

ExThera Medical

Chief Operating Officer

Martinez, CA · On-site

Position Overview ExThera Medical is seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a strong quality background to lead and scale our operations. This role is critical ...

Allview Real Estate

COO

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

Chief Operating Officer AllView is building a vertically integrated real estate and home services platform across property management, brokerage, investment syndication, construction/home services ...

The People Brand

Chief Operating Officer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$225K - $250K/yr

As the business enters its next phase of growth, they are seeking a strategic Chief Operating Officer to partner closely with the CEO in scaling the organization while preserving the entrepreneurial ...

The People Brand

Chief Operating Officer

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$225K - $250K/yr

As the business enters its next phase of growth, they are seeking a strategic Chief Operating Officer to partner closely with the CEO in scaling the organization while preserving the entrepreneurial ...

The People Brand

Chief Operating Officer

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$225K - $250K/yr

As the business enters its next phase of growth, they are seeking a strategic Chief Operating Officer to partner closely with the CEO in scaling the organization while preserving the entrepreneurial ...

The People Brand

Chief Operating Officer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$225K - $250K/yr

As the business enters its next phase of growth, they are seeking a strategic Chief Operating Officer to partner closely with the CEO in scaling the organization while preserving the entrepreneurial ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for operating officer in California is $76,242.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $101,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operating Officer vs Operations Manager?

AspectOperating OfficerOperations Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often MBA; extensive leadership experienceBachelor's degree; experience in operations management
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, company-wide focusDepartmental or divisional, overseeing daily operations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large corporations across industriesCommon in various industries, especially in mid-sized companies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding high-level executive rolesLearning about operational management roles

The Operating Officer is a senior executive responsible for strategic oversight and company-wide operations, often holding a broader scope than an Operations Manager. The Operations Manager focuses on managing daily activities within specific departments. While both roles require leadership skills and industry knowledge, the Operating Officer typically has more extensive credentials and a higher level of responsibility.

Is a chief operating officer a high position?

A chief operating officer (COO) is a high-level executive responsible for overseeing a company's daily operations and implementing strategic plans. It is considered one of the top leadership roles in an organization, often reporting directly to the CEO. The position typically requires extensive experience, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of business management.

What does an operating officer do?

An operating officer, often called a Chief Operating Officer (COO), is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a company, implementing business strategies, and ensuring organizational efficiency. They work closely with other executives, manage departments, and often require leadership skills and experience in operations management.

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Infographic showing various Operating Officer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,242 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Chief Operating Officer

San Diego, CA • On-site

The Loring Group
Real Estate • 11 - 50 employees
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Posted 17 days ago

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OUR CLIENT is a $25M+ hospitality company and one of Southern California's largest and most established off-premise caterers. For more than 36 years, they have delivered exceptional experiences across the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, The Masters, major galas, touring productions, restaurants, cafes, and aquarium services. Their success is built on one word: Flexibility. Their experienced, well-trained staff handle any request or last-minute change with professionalism and grace.


POSITION: Reporting to the President/CEO, the COO will unite director- and VP-level leaders around a common operating playbook, support continued growth, and identify practical efficiencies. The role begins with hands-on immersion across their events, catering, restaurant, cafe, and hospitality operations, then builds cohesion, accountability, and scalable ways of working without micromanaging functional leaders. You will lead 7 direct reports with 120 full-time employees. Major projects, operations, sales, IT, and human resources report directly to the COO, with the broader operating structure also spanning Finance and Culinary workflows.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Translate strategic vision into actionable operating plans, budgets, and performance metrics across all divisions.
  • Take a hands-on, GM-style approach to daily operations: present on-site for major events, as required, engaged in kitchens and warehouses, and directly accessible to division leaders and staff.
  • Oversee the Sales division's alignment with operational capacity, pricing strategy, and client commitments.
  • Identify opportunities to improve margins, reduce waste, and increase efficiency without compromising service quality.
  • Build, mentor, and lead the division heads of Sales, Operations, IT, HR, and Culinary into a high-performing, unified leadership team.
  • Own operational P&L performance across all divisions; manage budgets, forecasting, and cost controls.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in catering, hospitality, event production, or a related operations-intensive industry, with at least 5 years in a senior operations or general management role.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate as both an executive strategist and a hands-on, GM-style leader comfortable in the field, not just the office.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay composed and adaptive under pressure.


COMPENSATION:

  • Commensurate with a $25M hospitality company

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