Restaurant Manager Jobs in Vernon Hills, 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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KFC Shift Manager

  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Ability to develop your leadership skills and seek Assistant Manager, and Restaurant Manager opportunities....

Restaurant Manager

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (10 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (10 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Restaurant Manager

  • Morton Grove, IL (16 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (16 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

As a Restaurant Manager, you'll help oversee a multi-faceted high-volume full-service restaurant, with a retail component and Wine Club program....

Round Lake Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (10 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (10 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Restaurant Manager

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Front Office Coordinator (Part Time ) - Internal Opening

  • Libertyville, IL (3 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Libertyville, IL (3 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Front Office Coordinator PART TIME - Internal Opening at Express The Front Office Coordinator not only is considered the Director of First Impressions but also a proactive part of our recruiting...

Front of House Manager

  • Highland Park, IL (8 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL (8 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Gurnee, IL (9 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (9 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 2 days 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...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Crystal Lake, IL (17 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (17 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 2 days 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...

Small Business Customer Service Manager

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (11 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (11 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 3 days 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---Mount Prospect

  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 4 days 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 Service Manager

  • Waukegan, IL (10 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (10 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and...

Shift Manager

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 6 days ago

This is the place to start the next phase of your restaurant management career....

Customer Experience Manager

  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 6 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...

Steakhouse Dining Room Manager

  • Evanston, IL (18 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (18 miles from Vernon Hills, IL)
  • 7 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,...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Vernon Hills, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills, 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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