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Job Title:  Director of Real Estate

Reports To:  VP of Real Estate

Position Type:  Full Time  

Salary Range: $150,000-$190,000

Location: Central or Eastern U.S. with close proximity to a major airport

Summary:

The Director of Real Estate is a strategic leader responsible for spearheading the physical expansion of our restaurant brand in designated existing and new markets; however, primarily focused on the Eastern and Central regions of the country. You will identify high-potential markets, secure premium locations, and manage our existing property portfolio and aggressive market entry as we continue our expansion as a national brand. This role sits at the intersection of data-driven analytics and relationship-based negotiation, ensuring that every new store aligns with our brand identity and financial goals. You must have a demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous and fast-moving environments while successfully collaborating with cross-functional partners and external brokers and landlords.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Growth:

• In collaboration with the Chief Development Officer and VP of Real Estate, develop and execute a comprehensive multi-year real estate strategy to support aggressive brand expansion in existing and potential new markets. 

Site Selection & Analysis:

• Use demographic data, traffic patterns, and trade area
  analysis to identify and vet prime restaurant locations, while thoroughly assessing
  risk factors, such as, competition, build-out challenges, zoning issues, etc.

Deal Negotiation:

• Lead the end-to-end process for letters of intent (LOI), financial
  analysis and lease negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for deal economics and
  required pro-forma returns, for both new sites and renewals.

Deal Approvals:

• Package and present sites for approval by Company’s Real Estate
  Committee.

Broker Management:

• Build and manage a high-performing network of external
  brokers across various markets.

Portfolio Management:

• Oversee the health of the existing portfolio, including lease
  renewals and/or relocations, and property management issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with Construction, Design, Operations,
  Technology and Finance teams to ensure sites are delivered on time and within
  budget.

Legal Oversight:

• Work closely with legal counsel to finalize lease agreements and
  ensure compliance with the company’s minimum requirements.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• 8–10+ years in commercial real estate, specifically for fast-paced
  growth brands within the restaurant and/or retail sectors.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Negotiation Skills:

• A proven track record of negotiating complex leases in
  competitive urban and suburban markets in the Eastern and Central U.S.

Technical Proficiency:

• Experience with site-selection software (e.g., Kalibrate,
  Placer.ai, or similar GIS tools).

Network:

• Strong existing relationships with both local and national landlords and
  the brokerage community. Strong references from both landlords and brokers will
  be required.

Travel:

• Ability to travel frequently to evaluate potential sites and markets.

Leadership Competencies you must possess as a Director at Mendo include:

• Cultivating People
• Maximizing Impact
• Owning Outcomes
• Accelerating Progress
• Creating Alignment & Clarity
• Navigating Healthy Conflict
• Driving Results
• Inspiring Confidence

Benefits include:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus Program
• Parking & Transit Reimbursement
• Discounted tickets through Tickets at Work
• Pet Insurance
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free and delicious Mendo Meals

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Sitting and standing for 6-8 hours
• Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching as needed on construction sites

There is no “I” in Mendo

Mendocino Farms is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Mendocino Farms will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring requirements.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.