Restaurant Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

A Restaurant Manager is a crucial player in the hospitality industry, responsible for the overall operation of a restaurant or dining facility. This involves a wide range of tasks, including staff management, inventory control, customer service, marketing, and financial management. They ensure that the restaurant operates efficiently and profitably, while fostering a positive work environment. They are responsible for maintaining high production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.

Key skills required for a restaurant manager include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They should also have a thorough understanding of food safety principles and should ideally hold a Food Safety Handler certification. Critical financial skills, such as budgeting and financial analysis, are also beneficial. Prior roles that could lead to a restaurant management position include roles as a Restaurant Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or even a Head Chef. These positions offer invaluable experience in managing staff, dealing with customers, and understanding restaurant operations.

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Front Office Coordinator Float - Central, Illinois

  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Position Overview This position requires local travel to the below locations: Bloomington East Peoria Germantown Hills Lacon Normal Ottawa Pekin Peoria Heights Peoria North Peru Streator....

Restaurant Manager

  • Tinley Park, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

WHAT YOULL NEED 2+ years of successful restaurant management experience Ability and willingness to work 50 hours a week (five 10-hour shifts) Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends as...

Small Business Customer Service Manager

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Introduction Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless...

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Customer Experience Manager

  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Customer Experience Manager---Mount Prospect

  • Mount Prospect, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Front of House Manager / Service Leader

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ability to identify problems and be solution-oriented in regarding service and restaurant operations....

Restaurant Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of the restaurant....

Restaurant Manager, Toro

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Company Description Join Our Culinary Excellence Team: Restaurant Manager Across Latin America, food is more than a meal. It's an event....

Customer Experience Manager

  • Mount Prospect, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Store - CHI-MOUNT PROSPECT, IL Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

Technical Customer Experience Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity Are you an experienced professional with a strong technical background in customer experience and a deep-seated passion for building lasting...

Front Office Coordinator - Riverside, IL

  • Riverside, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Riverside, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Steakhouse Dining Room Manager

  • Evanston, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Barn Steakhouse, in Evanston, is hiring a Dining Room Manager. Candidate must have minimum 2-3 years management experience, love people and running the door. Candidate to be versed in wine,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manager Responsibilities As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering...

Restaurant Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

RESTAURANT MANAGERS - $65K - $85K/Year, based on experience!...

Shift Manager I 1

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
25.9%
Associate's Degree
17.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Restaurant Managers in Chicago, IL
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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