Assistant Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

The Assistant Manager in the hospitality industry plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of the establishment, such as hotels or restaurants. They are responsible for overseeing the daily operations, ensuring the highest level of customer service is provided, scheduling staff shifts, managing financials, and resolving customer complaints. They also assist the Manager with strategic planning, staff training, and implementing operational improvements. In some cases, they may also be involved in hiring and employee evaluations.

An Assistant Manager should have exceptional communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. They should also have a strong understanding of customer service and the ability to solve problems efficiently. Some certifications that would be advantageous for this role include a Degree in Hospitality Management, and certificates in Food Safety and First Aid Training. Prior to becoming an Assistant Manager, one could have roles such as Guest Services Representative, Front Desk Supervisor, or Restaurant Supervisor, which provides valuable experience in operations and customer service.

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Restaurant Assistant General Manager

  • Lake in the Hills, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake in the Hills, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Leading with a culture of food safety that meets company standards in food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness....

Assistant Manager - Franchise

  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago

A Restaurant Assistant Manager reports directly to the Restaurant General Manager....

Assistant Director of Health Services

  • Algonquin, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

When you work at Clarendale of Algonquin, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Oak Park, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Hiring Immediately!!! Marquette Management Inc., www.marquettemanagement.com is looking for an Assistant Chief Engineer in Oak Park, IL. The maintenance position plays a key role in effectively...

Assistant Deli Manager

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: At a minimum, what youll need 3 plus years of experience in a guest service role 1 plus years of leadership experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Must be at least 18 years...

Assistant Chief Engineer - Data Center

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

I want to work for JLL. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose...

Patient (Food Service) Solutions Support Manager - 100% Nationwide Travel

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Morrison Healthcare Salary: $60,000-65,000 This position is 100% nationwide travel, based out of Chicago, IL Schedule: 10 days on, 4 days off (counting travel days) Morrison Healthcare is a...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Streamwood, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer's day. So our jobs...

Planning Associate Manager

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago

at Barilla America in Northbrook, Illinois, United States Job Description We are an Italian family-owned food company. And like all Italian families, we take food very seriously. We have been...

Dining Services Associate (Flex, $17.99/hour)

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Shift: flex servers from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm or 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Responsibilities and Duties: All Comply with all state and local health codes for food handling. Adhere to the personal hygiene...

Assistant Manager

  • Wilmette, IL (13 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wilmette, IL (13 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Oversee and coordinate the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service & satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness...

Full-Time Lead Dining Services Associate

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities and Duties: All Comply with all state and local health codes for food handling. Adhere to the personal hygiene policy. Attend all required training, in services, and staff...

Assistant Manager BOH

  • Vernon Hills, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Partner with the General Manager to recruit, hire, train, develop, retain, supervise, appraise, discipline, terminate and schedule employees to ensure successful restaurant operations....

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 30+ days ago

and systems are executed Help prepare and complete action plans; implement production, productivity, quality and guest service standards Review guest feedback and restaurant assessment results and...

Front Desk Assistant Manager OEM

  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Focus the Front Desk Department on their role in contributing to the guest service scores. Monitor all V.I.P.'s special guests and requests....

Demographic Data for Lake Forest, IL

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Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Managers in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.1%
High School or GED
26.9%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.4%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Managers in Lake Forest, IL
4-6 years
36.0%
2-4 years
20.6%
None
18.7%
Less than 1 year
18.3%
1-2 years
3.6%
6-8 years
1.5%
8-10 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.5%



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