Front of House Manager Jobs in Gurnee, IL

A Front of House Manager in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all operations that involve direct customer service. They manage the reception, reservations, guest services, and coordinate with the back of house to ensure a seamless and positive guest experience. Their tasks may include staff management, training, scheduling, handling customer complaints and feedback, ensuring cleanliness and upkeep of public areas, managing inventory, and overseeing financial transactions. They are also responsible for ensuring the adherence to all hotel policies and procedures.

Key skills for a Front of House Manager include communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and customer service. A thorough understanding of the hospitality industry is also essential. They should also be proficient in various hotel management software. While there are no specific certifications required, a diploma or degree in hotel management or a similar field can be beneficial. Prior job roles that prepare someone for this position could include positions such as Front Desk Agent, Guest Services Representative, or Assistant Front of House Manager. These roles provide valuable experience in customer service, staff management, and hotel operations.

1-15 of 46 Jobs

Restaurant Manager

  • Gurnee, IL
  • moments ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • moments ago

management experience Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule Minimum age 21 years Preferred Requirements: One (1) year previous experience in full service (including bar) restaurant management...

Shift Manager

  • Richmond, IL (19 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Richmond, IL (19 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations as determined on a case-by-case- basis for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities upon request. If you need assistance accessing or...

PT Customer Experience Manager - McHenry

  • McHenry, IL (16 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • McHenry, IL (16 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Front Office Coordinator - Wilmette, IL

  • Wilmette, IL (23 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmette, IL (23 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 2 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...

Senior Client Services Manager, Carrier Practice

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (21 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (21 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Introduction Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a...

Remote Work

Gurnee Mills Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • Gurnee, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 5 days 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

  • Kenosha, WI (17 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (17 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 5 days ago

supervises the daily operations of the front of house and kitchen staff....

Restaurant Manager

  • Algonquin, IL (24 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (24 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Restaurant Manager Skills & Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dining Room Manager in a table-service restaurant. Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification....

Restaurant Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (24 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (24 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Were looking for a passionate Restaurant Manager to lead with heart, hustle, and hospitality....

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Crystal Lake, IL (19 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (19 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Leading a culture of food safety that meets company standards in food quality, cleanliness, and practices. Recognizing team members for their hard work and celebrating wins during each shift....

KFC Shift Manager

  • Waukegan, IL (5 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (5 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 11 days ago

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

Customer Care Manager (CCM) Job Northbrook, IL

  • Northbrook, IL (18 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (18 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job The Customer Care Manager is responsible for managing the daily office tasks through direct support of field staff and coordination of office duties. The ideal...

Round Lake Restaurant Manager - Chilis

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (8 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (8 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 12 days 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 (24 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (24 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 14 days 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 (8 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (8 miles from Gurnee, IL)
  • 14 days 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...

Demographic Data for Gurnee, IL

Moving to Gurnee, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Gurnee, IL below.


Local
National
37,650
1,255
Medium

Front of House Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitality curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Front of the House
The definition of "hospitality" is the "friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers." Create a superior hospitality experience with training from HSI. Front...
Literature of the English Country House
For over 450 years, country houses have attracted the attention of celebrated writers like Thomas More and Charles Dickens. On this six-week course, youll trace depictions of country houses...
Front-End Web Developer
Master the foundational programming languages for Web development, HTML5, CSS and JavaScript, to gain skills in one of the fastest growing careers. The Web is everywhere! Web development is...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in Gurnee, 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 Front of House Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Front of House Managers in Gurnee, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.9%
High School or GED
25.8%
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 Front of House Managers in Gurnee, 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%



Front of House Manager Related Career Advice Articles

Confident restaurant manager
Think You Want to Be a Restaurant Manager? Read This First.

Considering a career in restaurant management? Read iHireHospitality’s primer and learn about a restaurant manager’s daily duties and responsibilities.

Read article »
happy female restaurant manager on the phone while looking at her tablet
9 Cities With Exciting Hospitality Management Jobs

Check out our guide to some of the best locations in the US for hotel management jobs, restaurant management jobs, and other hospitality careers.

Read article »