Assistant Manager Jobs in River 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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Assistant Manager

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Assistant Manager will support the restaurant and General Manager to ensure we are 1st Choice for our Guests and Employees....

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at Noble Thai LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Assist restaurant manager in operation of restaurant ensuring high quality of service and food; inspect and keep records of...

Front-of-House Assistant Manager

  • River Forest, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • River Forest, IL
  • 8 days ago

Front-of-House Assistant Manager Dominican University Performing Arts Center (DUPAC) Overview: Join the live event team at DUPAC as a Front-of-House (FOH) Assistant Manager and gain real-world experience...

Assistant Kitchen Manager

  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

We are looking for a dedicated, hospitality-driven professional as our Assistant Kitchen Manager to assist the team to continue to support our high-quality, scratch kitchen experience and develop...

Associate Manager, Space Analytics&Data Automation - 393235

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago

at PepsiCo Corp in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Overview We are PepsiCo PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers...

Strategy Associate Manager - 395782

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago

at PepsiCo Corp in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Overview PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Carol Stream, IL (16 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (16 miles from River 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...

Assistant Director, External Special Events

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Assistant Director, External Special Events The Art Institute of Chicago - 3.7 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $54,000 - $55,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications...

Assistant Manager

  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store....

RMS Support Manager- Americas (Remote Opportunity)

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago

RMS SUPPORT MANAGER- AMERICAS (REMOTE OPPORTUNITY) Hyatt Corporate Hyatt Corporate Office US - IL - Chicago REVENUE Professional Staff/Corporate Full-time Yearly US Dollar (USD) pay basis Req ID:...

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Assistant Manager - Now Hiring

  • Romeoville, IL (22 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (22 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Minimum of six months of restaurant management experience (QSR) or one year entry level retail management experience required....

Assistant Manager

  • Cicero, IL (4 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cicero, IL (4 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Minimum of six months of restaurant management experience (QSR) or one year entry level retail management experience required....

Assistant Front Office Manager

  • Rosemont, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Minimum of two years guest service experience in hotel hospitality preferred. Minimum one-year guest service leadership role preferred....

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Countryside, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Countryside, IL (8 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Requirements Assistant Manager position to the Original Hooters Group in the Chicagoland area! Position requires minimum 3 years casual dining management experience....

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager J625084

  • Bartlett, IL (20 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bartlett, IL (20 miles from River Forest, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Description 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...

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Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in River 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 River Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.4%
High School or GED
26.6%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
Master's Degree
7.4%
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 River 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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