Figure 8
Strategist, Restaurant Digital Strategy & Hospitality
Figure 8, New York, New York, us, 10261
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Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. What if you could reshape how restaurants operate, compete, and grow in a digital-first world? We’re looking for a
director-level
leader to take the reins on high-impact client work and help shape the future of digital restaurant strategy. This role blends the impact of consulting with the fast-paced, people-first nature of hospitality. At Figure 8, we’re a tight-knit team of restaurant and hospitality experts who believe in collaboration, curiosity, and making a real impact. Restaurants aren’t just our clients, they’re the heart of what we do and what we love most. We partner with multi-unit and mid-market brands to optimize their digital ecosystems, ensuring they stay ahead in an industry that’s constantly evolving. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep restaurant operations knowledge, strong project leadership, and a passion for mentoring. If you are ready to drive real impact in the industry, we’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Do Own client relationships, ensuring strategic alignment, engagement scope, financial planning, and execution timelines are met. Lead project execution from start to finish, managing Analysts and Associate Strategists to deliver high-impact insights and recommendations. Work with the team to turn data into strategy, leveraging insights to optimize online ordering, loyalty, P&L performance, and digital revenue streams. Bring consulting rigor to each engagement, helping clients define goals and navigate change across digital platforms, tech stacks, and operations. Shape and refine Figure 8’s service offerings, continuously innovating and evolving our digital strategies. Identify and seize opportunities for growth, expanding engagements and strengthening long-term client partnerships. Deliver high-impact presentations, translating complex data into compelling, actionable narratives for client leadership teams. Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring Figure 8 remains a leader in restaurant technology, digital ordering, automation, and operational best practices. Mentor and coach junior team members, helping Analysts and Associate Strategists sharpen their consulting, project management, and restaurant operations skill sets. What You Bring Expertise in restaurant strategic and financial planning, including familiarity with unit economics, digital channel performance, and operational KPIs. Proven experience leading client engagements, with strong consulting instincts and confidence in a client-facing role. Ability to scope and manage projects, including defining objectives, mapping out the critical path, fulfilling deliverables, and tracking success metrics. A track record of managing complex initiatives, balancing strategic vision with on-the-ground tactical execution. Experience in a Director level position at a mid-market (50+ locations) multi-unit restaurant, with a working knowledge of day-to-day store management as well as corporate decision-making. Strong leadership in mentoring and growing talent, helping others advance their consulting and strategy capabilities. A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach, you can zoom out to see the big picture and zoom in to make it happen. Your Background We’re looking for candidates with 12+ years of experience, including: Professional consulting experience in digital transformation, restaurant operations, or strategy. Director-level experience in the foodservice or restaurant industry, with an emphasis on organizational planning, operations, digital technology, and guest experience. Demonstrated leadership, including managing cross-functional teams, delivering high-impact projects, and developing strategic talent. Executive-level experience in any industry, with a strong foundation in business transformation and project-based client services. Bonus: A book of business valued at $450,000 or more. COMPENSATION: $132,650 annually with eligibility for up to $30,000 in bonus pay (based on goals to be determined between employer and employee) BENEFITS: Quarterly bonus structure, unlimited PTO, 15 paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) plan, hybrid work flexibility, weekly stipends forconnectivity/travel/dining. LOCATION: Hybrid: 2 days per week at our New York City office based out of Neuehouse Madison Square Seniority level
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Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. What if you could reshape how restaurants operate, compete, and grow in a digital-first world? We’re looking for a
director-level
leader to take the reins on high-impact client work and help shape the future of digital restaurant strategy. This role blends the impact of consulting with the fast-paced, people-first nature of hospitality. At Figure 8, we’re a tight-knit team of restaurant and hospitality experts who believe in collaboration, curiosity, and making a real impact. Restaurants aren’t just our clients, they’re the heart of what we do and what we love most. We partner with multi-unit and mid-market brands to optimize their digital ecosystems, ensuring they stay ahead in an industry that’s constantly evolving. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep restaurant operations knowledge, strong project leadership, and a passion for mentoring. If you are ready to drive real impact in the industry, we’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Do Own client relationships, ensuring strategic alignment, engagement scope, financial planning, and execution timelines are met. Lead project execution from start to finish, managing Analysts and Associate Strategists to deliver high-impact insights and recommendations. Work with the team to turn data into strategy, leveraging insights to optimize online ordering, loyalty, P&L performance, and digital revenue streams. Bring consulting rigor to each engagement, helping clients define goals and navigate change across digital platforms, tech stacks, and operations. Shape and refine Figure 8’s service offerings, continuously innovating and evolving our digital strategies. Identify and seize opportunities for growth, expanding engagements and strengthening long-term client partnerships. Deliver high-impact presentations, translating complex data into compelling, actionable narratives for client leadership teams. Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring Figure 8 remains a leader in restaurant technology, digital ordering, automation, and operational best practices. Mentor and coach junior team members, helping Analysts and Associate Strategists sharpen their consulting, project management, and restaurant operations skill sets. What You Bring Expertise in restaurant strategic and financial planning, including familiarity with unit economics, digital channel performance, and operational KPIs. Proven experience leading client engagements, with strong consulting instincts and confidence in a client-facing role. Ability to scope and manage projects, including defining objectives, mapping out the critical path, fulfilling deliverables, and tracking success metrics. A track record of managing complex initiatives, balancing strategic vision with on-the-ground tactical execution. Experience in a Director level position at a mid-market (50+ locations) multi-unit restaurant, with a working knowledge of day-to-day store management as well as corporate decision-making. Strong leadership in mentoring and growing talent, helping others advance their consulting and strategy capabilities. A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach, you can zoom out to see the big picture and zoom in to make it happen. Your Background We’re looking for candidates with 12+ years of experience, including: Professional consulting experience in digital transformation, restaurant operations, or strategy. Director-level experience in the foodservice or restaurant industry, with an emphasis on organizational planning, operations, digital technology, and guest experience. Demonstrated leadership, including managing cross-functional teams, delivering high-impact projects, and developing strategic talent. Executive-level experience in any industry, with a strong foundation in business transformation and project-based client services. Bonus: A book of business valued at $450,000 or more. COMPENSATION: $132,650 annually with eligibility for up to $30,000 in bonus pay (based on goals to be determined between employer and employee) BENEFITS: Quarterly bonus structure, unlimited PTO, 15 paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) plan, hybrid work flexibility, weekly stipends forconnectivity/travel/dining. LOCATION: Hybrid: 2 days per week at our New York City office based out of Neuehouse Madison Square Seniority level
Seniority levelDirector Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionMarketing and Sales IndustriesBusiness Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Figure 8 by 2x Get notified about new Digital Strategist jobs in
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