HomeState · 4 weeks ago
Restaurant Director of Technology
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $120K/yr
10+ years expHomeState is a restaurant that celebrates Texas cuisine and aims to create a welcoming dining experience for all. The Director of Technology will oversee technology operations, implement new systems, and enhance both guest and team experiences as the company grows.
Restaurants
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a long-term technology strategy that aligns with HomeState’s aggressive growth trajectory
Oversee all technology operations and network security to provide guidance and alignment for achieving company goals
Devise and establish IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by ownership
Analyze the business requirements of all departments to determine and prioritize technology needs
Propose effective equipment and software to meet the needs of the organization
Lead all device management activities. Identify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and supply analysis, projections and reports to leadership
Coordinate software licensing, hardware procurement, telecom services, and support contracts
Manage relationships with external IT vendors, service providers, and contractors
Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts
Provide best in class support for internal users, systems, and applications
Evaluate and respond to cybersecurity threats. Lead system improvements, upgrades, security best practices, and network resilience
Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation and excellence
Develop financial plans, budgets and cost-saving initiatives to drive profitability and scalability
Act as a key advisor to ownership, providing insights on industry trends, risks and opportunities
Establish and maintain strong cross-functional partnerships with operations, finance, marketing, facilities, catering and HR
Take an active, hands-on role in the field, working closely with teams to ensure executional excellence and operational effectiveness
Oversee the implementation of new technology solutions
Make each day better than before by driving operational improvements and leverage learnings of day to day challenges
Practice high discretion and decision making to project potential risks, especially on substantive issues
Serve as an ambassador, both internally and externally in the community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or related field preferred
10+ years in IT operations, with 8+ years in leadership roles building high performing teams for scale
Proven success in managing a blend of IT and enterprise application workstreams across complex, high-growth environments
Deep understanding of restaurant application architecture, systems integration, and IT governance
Expertise in Google Workspace, ERP, HRIS, CRM, and cloud platforms
Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills required; must be strategic, self-motivated, agile, problem solving and leadership skills, and resilient in a fast paced business environment
Availability to work a minimum of five days per week. Extended hours and/or a sixth day may occasionally be required. Weekends, day shifts and evening shifts may be required
Must maintain regular, predictable attendance, which includes attendance at all scheduled shifts, training and meetings
Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time (6 or more hours per shift, excluding break times)
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds (tech equipment, etc.)
Ability to frequently bend and reach overhead
Ability to lift and use tools, and grip equipment such as screwdrivers or other tech equipment
Ability to perform certain repetitive motion activities (e.g., typing, programming, etc.)
Ability to work in tight spaces
Ability to sit, squat, kneel and climb occasionally
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
Preferred
Relevant experience with Toast POS, Paytronix, and R365 is a plus
Kind, personable, servant nature, and enthusiastic, bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Company
HomeState
“HomeState’s menu could be considered an anthology of Texan folk remedies, from plates of eggy migas, to strong coffee, to Frito pies served steaming in the bag, but on fuzzy mornings, the breakfast tacos may be everything you remember and everything you still crave”- Jonathan Gold DEC 29, 2017 We’ve been sharing our best version of food from our home state of Texas since December, 2013.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase