10 VPs of operations in restaurants
Vice President Operations and Vice President of Operations, Carl’s Jr are among the current titles held by these ten VPs of operations in restaurants, at chains including P.F. Chang's, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Ruth's Chris Steak House. A reader can learn how VPs of operations build and run their teams in restaurant companies.
Professionals to explore
Aaron Archuleta
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · &pizza
Aaron Archuleta has been Vice President Operations at &pizza since November 2023, and the profile lists multi-unit leadership and P&L growth. Aaron Archuleta was Director Of Operations at RAVE Restaurant Group, Inc. from 2019 to 2023, Regional Director Of Operations at Pei Wei from 2018 to 2019 and Market Manager at Pei Wei from 2017 to 2018.
Adam Rodriguez
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · Twin Peaks Restaurants
Adam Rodriguez has been Vice President Operations at Twin Peaks Restaurants since July 2024, based in Addison, Texas. At Twin Peaks Restaurants, Adam Rodriguez was Regional Vice President Of Operations from 2022 to 2025 and Director of Operations from 2012 to 2022, and was General Manager at Duke's Original Roadhouse from 2008 to 2010.
Beth Stockmoe
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · MOOYAH Burgers Fries and Shakes
Beth Stockmoe has been Vice President Operations at MOOYAH Burgers Fries and Shakes since November 2022 and also lists Senior Director Of Operations there since 2018, based in Dallas. Beth Stockmoe was Regional Operator at Zoes Kitchen from 2017 to 2018 and Director Of Operations at Mimi's Cafe from 2016 to 2017, and describes a focus on strong teams and scalable systems in fast casual.
Jack Reed
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · Smashburger
Jack Reed has been Vice President Operations at Smashburger since January 2026, based in the Denver area, and also lists Vice President Operations at Water Street Market since December 2025. Jack Reed was Vice President Operations at Bar Louie from 2024 to 2025 and Division President at Steak n Shake from 2022 to 2025.
Jeff Roberts
LinkedInExperience: Vice President of Operations, Carl’s Jr · CKE Restaurants, Inc.
Jeff Roberts has been Vice President of Operations, Carl’s Jr at CKE Restaurants, Inc. since April 2026 and also lists Vice President of Franchise and Company Operations, Carl's Jr since May 2026. Jeff Roberts was Division Vice President at The Wendy's Company from 2018 to 2025 and Franchise Market Director there from 2017 to 2018.
Jessica Jami
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · P.F. Chang's
Jessica Jami has been Vice President Operations at P.F. Chang's since April 2025, based in Phoenix. At P.F. Chang's, Jessica Jami was Senior Director Operations Services and Training from 2024 to 2025, Director, Off Premises Dining and New Restaurant Opening Operations from 2021 to 2024 and Director of Operations / Market Partner from 2018 to 2021.
John Herrera
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · Uncle Julio's Restaurant Group
John Herrera has been Vice President Operations at Uncle Julio's Restaurant Group since February 2026, based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. John Herrera was Vice President of Operations at Peterson Management Group from 2022 to 2026, Brand Leader at Frontburner Restaurants from 2019 to 2022 and Chief Operating Officer at Flavor Hook from 2017 to 2019.
Mark Porter
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · Ruth's Chris Steak House
Mark Porter has been Vice President Operations at Ruth's Chris Steak House since April 2024, based in Franklin, Tennessee. Mark Porter was Regional Vice President at Ruth's Hospitality Group from 2015 to 2024, General Manager at Ruth's Hospitality Group from 2000 to 2015 and General Manager at Logan's Roadhouse from 1994 to 1998.
Matt Zurcher
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · The Melting Pot Restaurants
Matt Zurcher has been Vice President Operations at The Melting Pot Restaurants since March 2025, based in the Tampa Bay area. Matt Zurcher was National Director of Franchise and Restaurant Operations there from 2020 to 2025 and Director of Company Operated Restaurants from 2019 to 2020, and lists franchise and field operations leadership in the profile.
Serena Faulkner
LinkedInExperience: Vice President Operations · Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Serena Faulkner has been Vice President Operations at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen since June 2022, based in Peoria, Arizona, and was Director Of Operations there from 2021 to 2022. Serena Faulkner was Area Director Of Operations at Wendy's -Arizona Restaurant Company from 2014 to 2021 and District Manager at The Wendy's Company from 1995 to 2014.
Choose the right perspective
Pick the person whose restaurant format, such as fast casual, quick service or full service, and whose mix of company and franchise restaurants sit closest to the decision you face. Check the dates on each role to see how recent the operations experience is.
Questions to take into the conversation
- 01What did you focus on first when you took over operations for your current brand, and why?
- 02How have you organized your field leaders and directors of operations, and what would you change?
- 03Which measures do you review every week to judge how your restaurants are running?
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