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Area Director

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

WHY YOU'LL LOVE UPWARD PROJECTS * Medical with company contribution * Vision and Dental Insurance * Paid time off and earned paid sick time * 401K with company match * Flexible Spending and Dependent ...

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General Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Drive operational excellence by holding teams accountable to brand standards, systems, and execution. * Strategically identify and resolve store-specific challenges through cross-functional ...

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General Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Drive operational excellence by holding teams accountable to brand standards, systems, and execution. * Strategically identify and resolve store-specific challenges through cross-functional ...

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General Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

Drive operational excellence by holding teams accountable to brand standards, systems, and execution. * Strategically identify and resolve store-specific challenges through cross-functional ...

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Restaurant Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

Provide updates and reporting on budget spend, project status, and area of responsibility at manager meetings. * Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service assistant and host teams.

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Restaurant Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$63K - $68K/yr

Provide updates and reporting on budget spend, project status, and area of responsibility at manager meetings. * Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service assistant and host teams.

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Restaurant Manager

Boulder, CO · On-site

$67K - $75K/yr

Provide updates and reporting on budget spend, project status, and area of responsibility at manager meetings. * Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service assistant and host teams.

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Host

Southlake, TX · On-site

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description WHO WE ARE We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of ...

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Dishwasher

Austin, TX · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description WHO WE ARE We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of ...

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Line Cook

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description WHO WE ARE We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of ...

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Host

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description WHO WE ARE We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of ...

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Prep Cook

West Lake Hills, TX · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description WHO WE ARE We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of ...

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Restaurant Manager

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

Provide updates and reporting on budget spend, project status, and area of responsibility at manager meetings. * Support hiring, scheduling, and development of service assistant and host teams.

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Line Cook

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description WHO WE ARE We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of ...

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Vice President of Food & Beverage

Upward Projects Holdings

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$185K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
WHO WE ARE
We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we're headed to the moon with a simple mission - to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it's our common values that keep us united.
  • Be Authentic and Humble
  • Act with Integrity
  • Bring Good Energy
  • Achieve as a Team
  • Get Extraordinary Results
  • Inspire with Hospitality

ABOUT THE VICE PRESIDENT OF FOOD & BEVERAGE
The Vice President of Food & Beverage is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving innovation across the culinary and beverage portfolio while optimizing supply chain operations to support growth, profitability, and exceptional guest experiences.
This role leads cross-functional initiatives that bring new menu offerings, beverage programs, and guest-driven innovations to life while ensuring operational feasibility, quality, consistency, and cost effectiveness across all Upward Projects brands.
Additionally, it will identify emerging trends, strengthen brand differentiation, manage strategic supplier relationships, improve margins, and build scalable systems that support the company's continued growth.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST
  • Lead the company's culinary, beverage innovation, and supply chain strategy across all brands.
  • Develop and execute a long-term innovation roadmap aligned with business growth objectives.
  • Drive menu, beverage, and product innovation from concept through successful system-wide launch.
  • Identify emerging food, beverage, and hospitality trends to strengthen brand differentiation.
  • Partner with Culinary, Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Development to bring new concepts to life.
  • Champion a test-and-learn culture that balances creativity, operational simplicity, and profitability.
  • Oversee end-to-end supply chain strategy, including sourcing, procurement, distribution, inventory, and supplier partnerships.
  • Build scalable supply chain systems that support rapid multi-state expansion.
  • Negotiate strategic supplier agreements that improve quality, service, and financial performance.
  • Lead initiatives that reduce cost of goods while enhancing guest experience and product quality.
  • Monitor commodity markets and develop proactive sourcing and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Establish operational standards that ensure consistency, scalability, and execution across all restaurants.
  • Oversee equipment strategy, kitchen and bar design, and production workflows for new restaurant openings and remodels.
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment, and processes that improve operational efficiency.
  • Partner with Operations and Facilities to optimize restaurant design, throughput, labor productivity, and food safety.
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team focused on innovation, procurement, and supply chain excellence.
  • Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and strategic alignment across the organization.
  • Measure and communicate the business impact of innovation, supplier performance, and margin improvement initiatives.
  • Support Upward Projects' continued growth by creating scalable systems that deliver exceptional guest experiences across an expanding portfolio.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE UPWARD PROJECTS
  • Medical with company contribution
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Paid time off and earned paid sick time
  • 401K with company match
  • Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Teledoc Services for all team members
  • Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Meal Discounts and Perks
  • Mental Wellness and Life Event Management programs
  • Anniversary recognition and rewards

Requirements
  • Minimum 10-12 years of progressive experience in culinary innovation, beverage innovation, product development, sourcing, procurement, and/or supply chain management.
  • At least 5 years of senior leadership experience managing teams, budgets, and strategic initiatives.
  • Proven track record of successful menu, beverage, and product innovation within a multi-unit restaurant, hospitality, food service, or consumer-facing food and beverage organization.
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex supplier networks and distribution systems.
  • Strong history of delivering measurable cost reductions and margin improvement results.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong understanding of restaurant operations and operational execution.
  • Track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
  • Experience supporting growth, new market expansion, and scalable operational systems preferred.

Salary Description
$185,000 to $215,000 base plus 25% bonus

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