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About the role
Vice President, Development
Build the Future. Create Experiences. Grow Something Extraordinary.
Are you Extraordinary at what you do, and ready to bring that energy somewhere it truly matters?
At Aegis Brands, we’re not just growing restaurants—we’re building a brand where everyone feels like a regular. From our home office team to our franchisees, their teams, and every guest who walks through our doors, we are relentlessly focused on creating extraordinary experiences.
We’re looking for a Vice President, Development who is ready to lead that growth, strategically, thoughtfully, and with a deep commitment to people, relationships, and long-term success.
Why This Role Matters
This is more than development. This is about building the right partnerships, in the right markets.
You will play a critical leadership role in shaping the future of our brand by identifying and partnering with exceptional franchisees & multi-unit operators, expanding our footprint across Canada and beyond, and ensuring every new location reflects the standards and experience we’re known for.
You won’t just grow the business, you’ll help protect and elevate the experience that makes our brand special.
What You’ll Do
- Build and lead a best-in-class franchise development strategy focused on attracting accomplished franchisees & multi-unit operators
- Create and maintain a strong pipeline of franchise partners across priority markets
- Develop innovative growth strategies and business models aligned with long-term brand success
- Lead and nurture trusted, high-impact relationships with franchisees, partners, and internal teams
- Oversee the full lifecycle of development, from deal structuring through to opening and beyond
- Partner closely with Construction to ensure seamless, timely execution of new builds and renovations
- Represent the brand at industry events, building connections and identifying top-tier opportunities
- Lead, coach, and develop your team with clear objectives and a strong performance culture
- Collaborate with the Executive Team to align growth with operational excellence and resource planning
- Drive results while maintaining a strong focus on experience, consistency, and brand integrity
Who You Are
- A strategic builder who sees growth as more than numbers: it’s about people, partnerships, and long-term success
- A relationship-driven leader who earns trust quickly and leads with authenticity
- An experienced franchise development executive with a track record of scaling brands successfully
- Someone who balances big-picture thinking with hands-on execution
- A natural collaborator who can influence across all levels of the organization
- Deeply committed to creating exceptional experiences for franchisees, teams, and guests
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with multiple priorities
- A strong communicator and presenter who inspires confidence and excitement
What You Bring
- 7+ years of senior leadership experience in franchise development within the food & beverage industry
- Proven success in structuring deals and developing multi-unit operators within a growth organization
- Strong understanding of franchising, real estate, and construction processes
- Financial and business acumen with a focus on driving sustainable growth
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- High level of organization, accountability, and ownership
- Willingness to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally) to build and support relationships
Why You’ll Love It Here
- A people-first culture where hospitality extends beyond our restaurants
- The opportunity to shape and grow a nationally recognized brand
- A high-performing, collaborative team that genuinely supports one another
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and industry-leading vacation time
- A company that invests in your growth, development, and long-term success
Join Us
If you’re ready to build something meaningful, grow with intention, and be part of a brand that puts people and experience at the center of everything, we’d love to hear from you.
Aegis Brands is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Vice President, Development jobs in Toronto, ON
About Aegis Brands
We created Aegis with the vision of building a portfolio of amazing brands within the food and beverage sector, that can grow and flourish with access to our resources and expertise. We are committed to letting each company under the Aegis Brands umbrella operate as an independent brand, and to working with them to provide shared expertise – and shared services – to help them thrive.
WE SUPPORT Our main goal is to support the brands in our network. We offer our entrepreneurs the tools and resources they need to succeed. With decades of expertise in the food & beverage sector, our leadership is there to provide guidance as they need it, including to help ensure they’re building a great place to work for their employees.
WE SPONSOR We are here to sponsor our brands with the capital to grow and invest into their business. We are squarely focused on acquiring, nurturing and growing our brands, so that we can create a network that supports and learns from one another. At Aegis and our portfolio companies, we want to give employees a place to grow their career and build a bigger and better Aegis.
WE PROTECT It’s essential that we protect the brands under our umbrella. We want them to feel confident that the integrity of their brand will remain intact. We want to preserve their culture and let them keep doing what they’ve been doing to be successful. We know its what their customers love. We’ll help do more of that great work.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Vice President, Development
Build the Future. Create Experiences. Grow Something Extraordinary.
Are you Extraordinary at what you do, and ready to bring that energy somewhere it truly matters?
At Aegis Brands, we’re not just growing restaurants—we’re building a brand where everyone feels like a regular. From our home office team to our franchisees, their teams, and every guest who walks through our doors, we are relentlessly focused on creating extraordinary experiences.
We’re looking for a Vice President, Development who is ready to lead that growth, strategically, thoughtfully, and with a deep commitment to people, relationships, and long-term success.
Why This Role Matters
This is more than development. This is about building the right partnerships, in the right markets.
You will play a critical leadership role in shaping the future of our brand by identifying and partnering with exceptional franchisees & multi-unit operators, expanding our footprint across Canada and beyond, and ensuring every new location reflects the standards and experience we’re known for.
You won’t just grow the business, you’ll help protect and elevate the experience that makes our brand special.
What You’ll Do
- Build and lead a best-in-class franchise development strategy focused on attracting accomplished franchisees & multi-unit operators
- Create and maintain a strong pipeline of franchise partners across priority markets
- Develop innovative growth strategies and business models aligned with long-term brand success
- Lead and nurture trusted, high-impact relationships with franchisees, partners, and internal teams
- Oversee the full lifecycle of development, from deal structuring through to opening and beyond
- Partner closely with Construction to ensure seamless, timely execution of new builds and renovations
- Represent the brand at industry events, building connections and identifying top-tier opportunities
- Lead, coach, and develop your team with clear objectives and a strong performance culture
- Collaborate with the Executive Team to align growth with operational excellence and resource planning
- Drive results while maintaining a strong focus on experience, consistency, and brand integrity
Who You Are
- A strategic builder who sees growth as more than numbers: it’s about people, partnerships, and long-term success
- A relationship-driven leader who earns trust quickly and leads with authenticity
- An experienced franchise development executive with a track record of scaling brands successfully
- Someone who balances big-picture thinking with hands-on execution
- A natural collaborator who can influence across all levels of the organization
- Deeply committed to creating exceptional experiences for franchisees, teams, and guests
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with multiple priorities
- A strong communicator and presenter who inspires confidence and excitement
What You Bring
- 7+ years of senior leadership experience in franchise development within the food & beverage industry
- Proven success in structuring deals and developing multi-unit operators within a growth organization
- Strong understanding of franchising, real estate, and construction processes
- Financial and business acumen with a focus on driving sustainable growth
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- High level of organization, accountability, and ownership
- Willingness to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally) to build and support relationships
Why You’ll Love It Here
- A people-first culture where hospitality extends beyond our restaurants
- The opportunity to shape and grow a nationally recognized brand
- A high-performing, collaborative team that genuinely supports one another
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and industry-leading vacation time
- A company that invests in your growth, development, and long-term success
Join Us
If you’re ready to build something meaningful, grow with intention, and be part of a brand that puts people and experience at the center of everything, we’d love to hear from you.
Aegis Brands is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Vice President, Development jobs in Toronto, ON
About Aegis Brands
We created Aegis with the vision of building a portfolio of amazing brands within the food and beverage sector, that can grow and flourish with access to our resources and expertise. We are committed to letting each company under the Aegis Brands umbrella operate as an independent brand, and to working with them to provide shared expertise – and shared services – to help them thrive.
WE SUPPORT Our main goal is to support the brands in our network. We offer our entrepreneurs the tools and resources they need to succeed. With decades of expertise in the food & beverage sector, our leadership is there to provide guidance as they need it, including to help ensure they’re building a great place to work for their employees.
WE SPONSOR We are here to sponsor our brands with the capital to grow and invest into their business. We are squarely focused on acquiring, nurturing and growing our brands, so that we can create a network that supports and learns from one another. At Aegis and our portfolio companies, we want to give employees a place to grow their career and build a bigger and better Aegis.
WE PROTECT It’s essential that we protect the brands under our umbrella. We want them to feel confident that the integrity of their brand will remain intact. We want to preserve their culture and let them keep doing what they’ve been doing to be successful. We know its what their customers love. We’ll help do more of that great work.