General Manager Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: DES PLAINES, IL - Panda Express *NOW HIRING* Restaurant General Managers Company: Panda Restaurant Group, Inc Location: Des Plaines, IL Description: Panda Express in Des Plaines, IL has Career Openings!YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE! At Panda we all share a common mission: 'deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.' We invest in our people because great people run great operations that will exceed our guests' expectations. Talk to any of our associates and you will experience a culture dedicated to its mission and our five fundamental values - Proactive, Respect/Win-Win, Growth, Great Operations, and Giving.Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese grill concept. The family owned and operated company is still run by founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng. Same store sales have increased every year since 1996 with annual sales in 2008 in excess of $1 billion. Panda Express added 161 new locations in 2008 throughout the United States and will operate well over 1,200 restaurants in 2009.Panda offers excellent benefits and rewarding opportunities, from entry-level positions to management. We have restaurant positions available nationwide and support center positions in Rosemead, CA. Come join the nation's largest and fastest growing Asian restaurant company. Our restaurant in Des Plaines, IL has created new career opportunities for General Managers. Restaurant General Manager responsibilities: Lead all people aspects including hiring, training, coaching, and development. Ensure the safety of our Guests and Associates through training and execution of food safety and restaurant safety standards and guidelines. Lead all guest components including excellent food quality, guest service, associate friendliness, and restaurant cleanliness through your team using proven systems and routines. Lead all financial areas including sales growth, cost management, and profit growth. Additional expectations of our Restaurant General Managers are: Excellent leaders with great people skills Proactive - Sees life as choices and chooses to make a positive impact. People Oriented - enjoys working with our guests and associates, possess good communication and interpersonal skills. Growth Oriented - knows that learning and growth are keys to personal and professional success and is willing and able to share learning with others. Results Oriented - focuses on getting results without compromising guest, people, and financial areas. Systems Oriented - Solid planning skills to develop systems and management analysis skills. Excellence - sees excellence as a journey, celebrates each milestone with the team while challenging everyone to achieve continually higher levels of performance. Education Requirements: BA/BS in Hospitality / Food Services / Business or equivalent experience We offer all Restaurant General Managers: Progressive Compensation Package and Excellent Bonus Opportunity 5 or more Weeks of Comprehensive Training to prepare you for success On-Going Career & Leadership Development Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401 K with Company Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Associate Discounts (Panda Express, Hibachi San, Panda Inn plus Theme Parks, 24-Hour Fitness Membership) and free meals when you work Lucrative Associate Referral Bonus Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Ready to taste success? Your first step is to apply now! Panda Restaurant Group, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity employerGeneral Manager, Restaurant Manager, Manager, Restaurant General Manager General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Manager, Restaurant General Manager General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Manager, Restaurant General Manager To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE Job Title:DES PLAINES, IL - Panda Express *NOW HIRING* Restaurant General Managers Company:Panda Express Location:Des Plaines, IL 60016 Status:Full Time, Employee Job Category:Food Services/Hospitality Career Level:Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Job Title: GENERAL MANAGER Company: McDonald's Location: Chicago, IL Description: Hours: OPEN AVAILABILITY Pay: 40,000-50,000 More experience. More opportunity. More success. It's all in a day's work when you're running your own multi-million dollar restaurant as a McDonald's Manager. Start today. You'll manage people. If you're an energetic and driven individual with supervisory or management experience in a restaurant, retail or hospitality environment, we want to meet you! Interested canidates please visit 5500 W Cermak Rd, Cicero IL and drop off resume or ask for Victor Campechano for more information Register to View .

Job Title: General Manager opportunities! Company: Potbelly Sandwich Works Location: Vernon Hills, IL Description: Potbelly Sandwich Works is now hiring fun, energetic, and experienced General Managers who have an intense work ethic and genuine passion for great food and great service.  Help us build Potbelly into a National Iconic Brand!  We are looking for experienced General Managers for Chicago and the North and Northwest suburbs. As one of our managers you will get the experience of a lifetime. It's up to you to ensure that your team delivers outstanding customer service and product quality in a clean and friendly environment, while building sales and controlling costs. You will learn all aspects of our business and we have a structured career path to move you up into multi-unit management and beyond! As a General Manager you will focus on 4 core areas: Our People:  It is up to you to demonstrate and reinforce the Potbelly Values and leadership behaviors to each of our employees.  It’s your job to give your team the tools and attention they need to feel confident, productive and excited about being on our team. Our Product:  We are all about serving a quality, consistent product as quickly as we can.  You will help to accomplish this by maintaining our high standards. Sales and Profits:  Strong focus on increasing sales and staying profitable! Customer Service:  Do whatever it takes to make our customers really happy.And we’re growing!  Potbelly will provide you with a great work environment, the training and development and feedback to help you grow and plenty of upward mobility. The rest is up to you. We have several management opportunities within our company which will provide you the opportunity to grow as Potbelly grows.  What does all of this mean to you? Opportunities:  More stores mean more opportunities to move up the “Potbelly Path” career ladder! Work hard, have fun:   Potbelly has a funky, comfortable work environment with live music. No super late-nights, and no messy grills or fryers. Excellent Training Program:  You will develop leadership skills and operational skills that will last you a lifetime.  Regular performance feedback sessions are a part of the deal. Competitive CompensationExpereince, Education and Behaviors*Must lead and behave according to Potbelly Values.*Minimum of at least 2 years as a General Manager in a restaurant or retail environment with P&L responsibility.  *Experience in the Restaurant Industry, preferred.*High School degree; Bachelor’s degree, preferred.*Strong business acumen.  Ability to see “Big Picture.”*Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume, clean, customer-focused restaurant.*Must spend 80-90% of time on the store floor in the Front of the House.*Must have financial literacy.  Ability to understand financial reports.*Exceptional customer service skills.*Strong time-management skills. Ability to multi-task, to prioritize and to organize.  *Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to select, develop, inspire and manage strong teams.*Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.*Ability to delegate, follow-up and hold team accountable.*Ability to create and execute effective plans to build the business.*Must have the ability to set budgets and maintain food and beverage costs.*Ability to follow expectations and guidelines set by Potbelly.*Microsoft Office skills Potbelly Rewards our Employees with the following:Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Domestic Partner Benefits Short Term and Long Term Disability Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Voluntary Life Insurance and Dependent Life Insurance 401(k) with Potbelly match  Flexible Spending Account Time Off Program Transportation Program Employee Assistance Program Interested?  Visit www.potbelly.com/careers and click on General Manager and the location that you are interested in.

Job Title: Restaurant Manager Company: Gecko Hospitality Location: Springfield, IL Description: Location: Springfield, IL Salary/Wage: $28,000 - $45,000 Status: full-time Restaurant Manager Description Restaurant Manager Opportunities – Restaurant Recruiting Event Reports coming from experts in the Restaurant Industry say that Fast Casual Restaurants are THE place to be for the next 5+ years as they thrive in a down economy. Restaurant Recruiting Event for Panda Express with more than 1000 restaurants and they continue to grow at a steady pace (even in these tough economic times) because of their exceptional menu and service! This is definitely a long term career for today and the future! Panda Express is well financed and financially stable, and have an excellent track record and reputation for taking care of their Managers and employees. At Panda Express, we’re opening NEW LOCATIONS SOON! Great opportunities for the experienced, highly motivated restaurant management professional with a desire to advance and manage an established and growing business. If you are an experienced Restaurant General Manager, Assistant Manager or Shift Manager, please join us at our Management Open House and experience the passion we have been so proud of for the last 30+ years. We are currently interviewing for General Managers and Assistant Managers for our Panda Express locations in Springfield/Champaign & Surrounding Benefits: Generous Compensation Strong Bonus program 401K (company matching) Industry leading comprehensive insurance plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance Great vacation plan and paid holidays Outstanding training program (on-going basis) And more!! INTERVIEW WITH US!! We are holding a Restaurant Recruiting Event for all Qualified Restaurant Managers (see the Job Requirements below). Scheduled appointment is required to attend!!! For consideration and to reserve your spot, please E-mail your RESUME to John Bisceglie: Register to View Panda express | restaurant manager | manager | restaurant job | restaurant employment | restaurant careers | restaurant management jobs | restaurant manager jobs | restaurant manager careers | restaurant management job | restaurant management jobs | restaurant manager career | quick serve restaurant | fast food restaurant | restaurant manager | restaurant managers | general manager | unit manager | assistant manager | restaurant jobs | assistant general manager | assistant manager | restaurant management | restaurant management careers | restaurant management | manager | general manager | managers | restaurant managers | restaurants | restaurant | shift manager | hourly manager | shift leader | shift supervisor Copyright © Gecko Hospitality, L.L.C. All rights reserved. Benefits:

Job Title: Restaurant Manager - Schaumburg, IL Company: Location: Peoria, IL Description: Position Description: Are you a Leader who Rocks? Then T.G.I. Friday's is the place for you! We are the world's original and premier casual dining restaurant chain. Established in 1965, we are currently in 48 states, 60 countries and still growing! A big part of our success is our people. We are dedicated to hiring only the best, most highly motivated and passionate team members around. We offer world-class training and benefits that are the "best in the business- . We are a company that embraces diversity and creates an environment of inclusion through respect, caring, fairness and understanding. Are you passionate about service and taking care of the guest? Can you create a FUN culture while upholding our high standards? If so....... welcome to the team RESPONSIBILITIES: - Managing all areas of operations for a specific department within the Restaurant including marketing and human resources, while ensuring the Company's standards of quality, service and operations are maintained - Managing operations during scheduled shifts that include daily decision making, staff support, guest interaction, scheduling, planning, while upholding standards, product quality and cleanliness. - Maintaining an accurate and up to date manpower plan of restaurant staffing needs - Preparing schedules and ensuring that the restaurant is staffed for all shifts - Using the Great Selection process to interview all team members ensuring team members hired meet Company standards. - Staffing, training and developing team members through orientations, ongoing feedback establishment of performance expectations and by conducting performance reviews on a regular basis - Identifying operational opportunities to build sales and control costs; developing and implementing plans to address opportunities (i.e., R&M, marketing) - Performing liquor, wine and beer checks in order to ensure proper invoicing. - Ensuring proper security procedures are in place to protect employees, guests and Company assets, including security or beer walk-in, liquor room, store room, freezer and office - Preparing end of shift reports including Daily Labor Control, Daily Food Control, and Daily Sales Supervising 20-30 team members. 2-5 trainers per shift When acting as manager on duty, overseeing restaurant operation with annual sales of $2 to $6 Million in sales per location Position Requirements: REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma (4 - year college degree preferred but not required) Minimum of 2 years experience working in a full service Restaurant, as a manager. Must be capable of performing all functions and meeting qualification standards for all hourly positions. T.G.I. Friday's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Business Unit: Carlson Restaurants Worldwide Position Attributes: EOE M/F/D/V Business Unit: 6CRWW - Carlson Restaurants Worldwide If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id Register to View -5336

Job Title: Mt. Prospect, IL - Panda Express *NOW HIRING* Restaurant Managers Company: Location: Chicago, IL Description: Mt. Prospect, IL - Panda Express *NOW HIRING* Restaurant Managers Panda Express in Mount Prospect, IL has Career Openings!YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE! At Panda we all share a common mission: ?deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.? We invest in our people because great people run great operations that will exceed our guests? expectations. Talk to any of our associates and you will experience a culture dedicated to its mission and our five fundamental values - Proactive, Respect/Win-Win, Growth, Great Operations, and Giving.Panda Restaurant Group includes the original Panda Inn fine dining restaurants, Panda Express, our Gourmet Chinese food concept served in a fast casual environment, and Hibachi San, our Japanese grill concept. The family owned and operated company is still run by founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng. Same store sales have increased every year since 1996 with annual sales in 2008 in excess of $1 billion. Panda Express added 161 new locations in 2008 throughout the United States and will operate well over 1,200 restaurants in 2009.Panda offers excellent benefits and rewarding opportunities, from entry-level positions to management. We have restaurant positions available nationwide and support center positions in Rosemead, CA. Come join the nation's largest and fastest growing Asian restaurant company. Our restaurant growth in Mount Prospect, IL has created new career opportunities for General Managers. Restaurant General Manager responsibilities:

Job Title: Maggiano's - Sous Chef & Restaurant Manager - Chicago, IL Company: Brinker International Location: Chicago, IL Description: NOW HIRING AN EXPERIENCED SOUS CHEF & RESTAURANT MANAGER FOR DOWNTOWN, CHICAGO!Opportunities. Rewards. Possibilities Prepare for more of everything with Maggiano?s Little Italy. As the nation?s leading name in delicious, classic made from scratch, Italian-American cuisine, Maggiano?s offers managers and chefs the chance to explore exciting, enriching career paths with a generosity of spirit that can only be found with us. From store revenues averaging over $9 million to a wealth of incentives and growth plans, come live life the way it was meant to be experienced ? on a grand scale.About Us Maggiano?s Little Italy is part of the Brinker International Family of Restaurants, which includes Romano?s Macaroni Grill, On the Border, and Chili?s Grill and Bar. Founded in 1975, Brinker International has grown to over 1,600 restaurants worldwide with 100,000 employees and annual sales over $4 billion.  Accolades include: Fortune's Most Admired Companies Fortune's Top Companies for Women Fortune's Top 30 Companies for Minorities Black Professionals Magazine - Top Companies for Diversity Chain Leader Magazine?s ?Best Places to Work? Brinker International is a global business, but our heart is rooted in the communities we serve. ?The organizations we support include, Make?A?Wish Foundation, St Jude Children?s Research Hospital, Meals on Wheels, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Kenny Can Foundation for Brain Cancer, and the Brinker Family Fund. Feast on Family Sized BenefitsAs Managers, you'll enjoy an extensive array of Benefits, Rewards and Growth Opportunities designed specifically for You, including: Highly competitive salary positioned at the top 25% of the industry Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance within 31 day of hire, including domestic partner benefits Obtainable quarterly bonuses with an annual potential up to 175% of plan ? Flexible Spending Plans and Tuition assistance Market Leading 401(k) Savings Plans with company match Managing Partner Program for top performing GM's Paid Vacation every 6 months Health Club/ Fitness reimbursement  Dining discounts at ALL of our Brinker owned brands. Our Leaders Are Made From Scratch and Seasoned to Perfection?Are you? IF you are a results oriented Hospitality/Restaurant Manager with: Minimum of three years restaurant management experience (preferably in Upscale or Full Service Casual Dining) A passionate mind interested in culinary operations High energy, a fun loving spirit, and the leadership skills to motivate a team. A warm heart and inspiring voice And above all, the ability to create an unforgettable guest experience Then bring your talents, energies and spirit to Brinker International?s Maggiano?s Little Italy and discover the enriching rewards of joining one of the nation?s most vibrant families.**Interested in becoming an hourly team member at one of our restaurants? Please apply in person at your local Maggiano's, Chili's, On The Border or Romano's Macaroni Grill. For a complete list of store locations log onto www.brinker.com.Brinker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to workplace diversity.

Job Title: General Manager Company: Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Location: Peoria, IL Description: It’s time to get your piece of the pie! Ready for a sweet career? Join our team at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery and you’ll discover just what you need to satisfy your sweet tooth. We are currently hiring for General Managers Responsibilities of the General Manager: Manages the operations of a Perkins Restaurant and Bakery Responsible for achieving planned sales and profit levels for the restaurant through the implementation, management, and enforcement of company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. Directly supervises all unit management, indirectly supervises non-exempt employees during the hours of restaurant operation. Directly accountable for all administration and operations, ensuring execution of all employee duties to guarantee maximum guest satisfaction and a quality work environment. Sweet never tasted so good! Click APPLY NOW to submit your application online!

Job Title: SALARIED RESTAURANT MANAGER Company: McDonald's Location: Champaign, IL Description: Hours: Varies depending on store needs Pay: $26,500-$46,000 PRIOR EXPERIENCE IN A QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT IS MANDATORY. HAMBURGER UNIVERSITY GRADUATES WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCIAL TREATMENT. APPLICANTS WITHOUT THIS CRITERIA WILL BE PAID COMISERATE WITH THEIR EXPERIENCE AND IF NEED START AND AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION. Reliable work history is mandatory. In addition, when you join the management team at our locally owned restaurants, you will enjoy a long list of benefits to include: Medical/Dental Insurance Target Incentive Plan (Bonus) Paid vacation Continual training and development And much more! Please look for our job posting on Careerbuilders & Monster.com

Job Title: Restaurant Management Company: Recruiting Plus LLC Location: Fairview Heights, IL Description: Restaurant Manager (Immediate Interview's) Recruiting Plus is now interviewing for the Following: St. Louis, MO. QSR General Managers, Assistant Manager's and Shift Leader's over 25 positions with OUTSTANDING COMPANIES. These are not posted jobs. Charleston, MO. General Manager 40 to 45k with a GREAT company that could be the last company you ever work for. Sedalia, MO. OUTSTANDING Growth AGM/Km 45 to 50k Full service Wichita, KS AKM Great opportunity ALL of Il, Assistant Manager's 8 positions available. PLEASE HAVE CURRENT OR LAST POSITION IN THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY!!! Please forward a clean copy of your resume along with a current picture of yourself if available. Why look for a job, when we can find a career? Career specialist say that looking for a job is a full-time occupation all its owns. You can scour the internet and fax your resume or e-mail it or spend hours on-line filling out applications by the dozen, but most of the positions available won't be the one you want. RECRUITING PLUS can help. Most of the position we are trying to fill are not advertised! We specialize in connecting the appropriate candidate to the best available position. With over 100 plus COMPANIES on our client list that is not just a desire but a reality. We have the following positions that we are interviewing for right now and the positions need to be filled ASAP. These are CAREERS, not just another job. The list continues to grow on a daily bases. Recruiting Plus will review your resume. We will insure that you understand how to interview for the specific position you are seeking. Recruiting Plus will advocate for you prior to your interview. There is NO FEE to you. Since we are providing a valuable service to our client companies, they cover the fee. PLEASE “YOU MUST HAVE YOUR CURRENT OR LAST POSITION IN THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY TO BE CONSIDERED”. VISIT: WWW.RECRUITINGPLUSLLC.COM LARY A. BEYER RECRUITING PLUS LLC Register to View Register to View