Blue Rock Search, LLC

Appreciative of the kind words from our international client, Brad Turner! It was a pleasure partnering with him and his team to successfully fill a Director of U.S. Sales position. At Blue Rock Search, we’re proud to support clients not only across the United States, but around the globe. From Canada and Mexico to countries throughout South America, Germany, and beyond, we’ve helped organizations identify top franchise talent worldwide. Thank you again, Brad, for the 5-star Google review and for trusting us with your search! ☺️

Big congratulations to Joseph Giordano on joining Happinest Brands as Director of Financial Planning & Analysis! 🎉 Joseph brings valuable experience in financial strategy, planning, and operational analysis, and we’re excited to see the impact he’ll make in supporting Happinest Brands’ continued growth and long-term vision. 📈 This is an exciting addition to the leadership team, and we’re wishing Joseph and everyone at Happinest Brands continued success in the road ahead. 🤝 #FinanceLeadership #FPandA #Leadership #Growth #BlueRockSearch

It’s always a good day when you get a positive Google review… but it hits a little different when it’s from someone you helped land their next big role 🙌 Grateful for candidates who trust the process, and even more grateful when they take the time to share the love! Thanks Kurt!! 😁

🚨 Now Hiring: Associate Corporate Counsel 🚨 We are partnering on an exciting opportunity with a rapidly expanding global restaurant franchisor to add an Associate Corporate Counsel to their team. 💼 Location: Orange County, CA 💰 Compensation: $110K – $150K base + bonus ⭐ Must have: Food / restaurant industry experience This is a newly created role where you’ll work closely with leadership and support a mix of commercial contracts, corporate governance, compliance, and franchise-related matters - all within a fast-paced, scaling business. 🔍 What they’re looking for: *2–5 years of legal experience (in-house or mixed) *Strong contracts background *Food / restaurant industry experience is a must *Business-minded and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment *Great opportunity to step into a high-impact, business-facing in-house role and help build something. 📩 Interested? Email dawn@bluerocksearchsrq.com #legaljobs #inhousecounsel #corporatecounsel #hiring #orangecountyjobs

📣 We're placing a Field Marketing Manager for a fast-growing QSR franchise brand!   This brand is exploding in Texas. They need a boots-on-the-ground marketing pro to help new franchisees launch strong and grow.   What you'll own: ✅ Support new franchisees from pre-opening through launch and beyond ✅ Develop and execute local store marketing plans ✅ Work closely with Franchise Business Coaches to bring tools, strategy, and hands-on support ✅ Be the local marketing expert in a high-growth, expanding market   📍 Dallas, TX (required) 💰 Up to $85,000 base + 10% bonus   5–7 years of field or local marketing experience required. Franchise QSR background strongly preferred - this brand needs someone who can hit the ground running.   Message us or reach out to Dawn directly at Dawn@bluerocksearchsrq.com. Referrals welcome!   #FieldMarketing #FranchiseMarketing #QSR #RestaurantIndustry #MarketingJobs #NowHiring #FranchiseGrowth #DallasJobs #TexasJobs #MarketingLeadership #OpenToWork

🚨 Now Hiring: Senior Manager of Real Estate (Central U.S.) 📍 Remote role Must reside in Central U.S. (~30% travel). 🍽️ Must Have Direct F&B Franchisor Experience   Blue Rock Search is partnering with a rapidly expanding global restaurant franchisor to identify their Senior Manager of Real Estate – Central Region.   This is a newly created, high-impact seat responsible for driving 40–50 franchise lease executions annually across the Central U.S.   🔎 What You’ll Own: • Regional market planning & territory sequencing • Direct negotiation of LOIs and leases • Advising franchisees on deal structure & long-term economics • Interpreting work letters & managing ~$1.1M buildout implications • Identifying site readiness risks (electrical, grease traps, permitting) • Building and managing a high-performing broker network The brand is shifting from franchisee-led site selection to brand-driven growth strategy and is actively building out its U.S. real estate infrastructure.   This person will help shape process, pipeline visibility, and regional deal discipline during a critical growth phase.   💰 Compensation: Base range is $120–140K + 20% Performance-based Bonus Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage (including family), phone allowance, lifestyle spending account, and more.   📌 Non-Negotiables: ✔️ Must be located in the Central Time Zone ✔️ Must have direct experience working for a Food & Beverage franchisor ✔️ High-volume lease negotiation experience   This is an opportunity for a strategic dealmaker who thrives in high-growth environments and wants executive visibility while owning a region.   If this sounds like you — or someone in your network — Apply now!   📩 Link to Apply: https://lnkd.in/ey4kUcxt   #RealEstate #FranchiseDevelopment #RestaurantGrowth #QSR #NowHiring #Franchising #BlueRockSearchSRQ

📣 We're looking for a Director of Field Marketing!   A beloved, growing QSR franchise brand is hiring a player/coach marketing leader to own field marketing across Southern California and lead and grow a high-performing field marketing team.   What makes this role stand out: ✅ Lead and scale a field marketing team across a multi-unit franchise system ✅ Own Southern California - working directly with franchisees to drive same-store sales ✅ Oversee Regional Advertising Co-ops and connect national brand strategy to local execution ✅ Report directly to the CMO with real influence over budget, strategy, and growth   📍 Irvine, CA (HQ-based) 💰 $115,000–$125,000 base + bonus   Ideal background: 6–10+ years in field or local marketing, ideally within franchise, multi-unit retail, or restaurants. If you've worked with franchisees and know how to drive results at the local level, we'd love to connect.   Message us or reach out directly to Dawn at Dawn@bluerocksearchsrq.com. Referrals welcome!   #FieldMarketing #FranchiseMarketing #QSR #RestaurantIndustry #MarketingJobs #NowHiring #FranchiseGrowth #SoCalJobs #MarketingLeadership #OpenToWork

📣 We're placing a Franchise Business Consultant for a fast-growing, culture-first franchise brand!   With 200+ locations and a strong upward revenue trajectory, this brand is built on a "serve first" philosophy and a tight-knit, family-oriented culture.   What you'll do: ✅ Coach and consult franchise owners on operations, sales, marketing, and financial performance ✅ Analyze P&Ls and KPIs to identify opportunities and drive results ✅ Support new franchise openings and ownership transitions from ramp-up through hitting revenue targets ✅ Build trusted, long-term relationships with franchisees as their go-to advisor   📍 Remote (East Coast or Central preferred) 💰 $80,000–$90,000 base + bonus   5+ years in franchise operations or business consulting required. Backgrounds in rent-to-own or automotive are a strong plus - but strong franchise ops candidates from any industry are encouraged to apply.   Message us or reach out to Dawn directly at Dawn@bluerocksearchsrq.com. Referrals welcome!   #FranchiseConsulting #FranchiseDevelopment #FranchiseOperations #NowHiring #FranchiseJobs #BusinessConsultant #RemoteWork #RentToOwn #AutomotiveIndustry #OpenToWork

We’re excited to share that Emma Lefkandinos has joined Happinest Brands as Director of Performance Marketing! Emma brings a strong background in digital strategy, demand generation, and performance optimization, making her a great addition as the team continues to grow. Wishing Emma and the Happinest Brands team continued success in this next chapter! 🤝 #PerformanceMarketing #DigitalStrategy #Leadership #Growth #BlueRockSearch

🚀 Now Hiring: Senior Manager, West Region – Design & Construction 📍 Buena Park, CA | Restaurant Franchisor | High-Growth Platform Blue Rock Search is partnering with a nationally expanding restaurant franchisor backed by an established international parent organization to identify a Senior Manager of Design & Construction to lead the West Region. This is not a maintenance role — it’s a scale role. With 60+ units operating and aggressive growth plans toward 100+ new stores annually, the organization is evolving into a more structured, systems-driven franchisor platform. The West Region leader will play a critical role in that transformation. 🔹 What You’ll Own: • Oversight of ~20 concurrent new build & remodel projects • Leadership of a 3–4 person regional team (Designer + PMs) • Franchisee partnership & field engagement (~30% travel) • Prototype discipline & permitting oversight • Competitive bidding, vendor management & value engineering • Implementation of workflow systems (monday dot com rollout) 🔹 What They’re Looking For: Must Haves ✔ Significant franchisor experience with a restaurant concept ✔ Currently reside within commutable distance of Buena Park, CA ✔ 10+ years in restaurant construction/design ✔ 5+ years people leadership ✔ Strong design-to-permit fluency (not just GC oversight) ✔ Comfort operating in a fast-scaling, evolving system 💼 Compensation: $120–150K base + discretionary corporate incentive Comprehensive family medical coverage + phone allowance + lifestyle spending account This is an opportunity to step into a visible regional leadership role during a pivotal growth phase and directly influence how a franchise system scales across the U.S. If you’re a franchise construction professional ready to influence how a national brand scales, this is your opportunity to step into a high-impact regional leadership role. Apply today! 📩 Link to Apply: https://lnkd.in/eyurxURu #NowHiring #FranchiseDevelopment #RestaurantLeadership #DesignAndConstruction #QSR #Growth #BlueRockSearchSRQ