Gecko Hospitality is now searching for an experienced and motivated Restaurant Business Development Manager in the Denver area. The ideal Restaurant Business Development Manager should excel in cultivating top-tier partnerships, driving growth opportunities, enhancing customer service, strategizing revenue initiatives, participating in the bidding process, collaborating with teams, and reporting to Executive Leadership. About The Company: Boasting over three decades of industry expertise, we oversee a diverse portfolio encompassing nationally renowned brands, locally curated culinary destinations, and exclusive in-house creations. Emphasizing a personalized operational strategy, we are renowned for tailoring each venture to suit its specific locale and demographic, aiming to deliver exceptional customer service. Presently, we manage over a dozen establishments in airports in Colorado and California.
Responsibilities Identify new alliance opportunities to expand reach and enhance public image and business performance in airport-related restaurant ventures. Collaborate with Executive Leadership to explore fresh bidding prospects and define strategic pathways. Prospect and secure license agreements with key retail and F&B brands, generating new leads. Nurture existing partnerships to ensure mutual profitability and overall success. Maintain professional relationships within the organization through effective communication, integration, execution, and integrity. Engage with company leaders to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, community leaders, and business partners. Establish and uphold SOPs for managing business relationships, fostering a conducive environment for partnership growth. Support the RFP bidding process comprehensively to maximize bid success rates. Coordinate with architects, designers, and writers to deliver compliant and timely proposals for all projects. Compensation and Benefits Salary : up to $85,000 Bonus Potential Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Paid Vacation 401k Requirements At least 3 years of recent experience in a Business Development Manager role. Demonstrated success in securing and leading strategic partnerships, ideally in the restaurant, hospitality, airport concessions, or related industries. Exceptional relationship-building abilities, industry acumen, and influence over restaurant-industry figures. Proven expertise in brand development and strategic planning. Demonstrated capability to achieve results and advance partnerships through interpersonal finesse, perseverance, and creative approaches. Track record of negotiating mutually beneficial deals and exceeding partnership expectations. Proficiency in business modeling, financial analysis, and opportunity assessment. Strong teamwork skills to collaborate across departments like marketing and operations to drive business growth. Proven history of fostering innovation. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Upholds high personal integrity and excels in teamwork dynamics.
