Front of House Manager Jobs in Illinois

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.

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Dining Room Supervisor

  • Huntley, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Huntley, IL
  • 23 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a Dining Room Supervisor to deliver a first-class, resort-like dining experience to our residents and their guests. You will schedule,...

S Elgin Restaurant Manager - Chilis

  • South Elgin, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • South Elgin, IL
  • 10 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...

Shift Manager

  • Skokie, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 10 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...

Stratford Square Restaurant Manager - Chilis

  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 10 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...

PT Customer Experience Manager - McHenry

  • McHenry, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • McHenry, IL
  • 13 hours 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...

S Elgin Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • South Elgin, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • South Elgin, IL
  • 14 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...

Real Estate & Customer Experience Manager

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

Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Carbondale, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Carbondale, IL
  • 1 day 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...

Manager - Restaurant

  • Grant Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Grant Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Managers play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our restaurant and fresh kitchen....

Stratford Square Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 1 day 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 - Immediate Opening

  • South Elgin, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • South Elgin, IL
  • 1 day 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

  • Rockford, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 1 day ago

at Gorman & Company in Rockford, Illinois, United States Job Description Position: Restaurant Manager Location: Rockford, IL Job Id: 1100 # of Openings: 1 RESTAURANT MANAGER The Embassy Suites in Rockford...

Restaurant Manager

  • Freeburg, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeburg, IL
  • 1 day ago

Candidate must be willing as assist in the financial oversight of the restaurant operations....

Shift Manager

  • Crete, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Crete, IL
  • 1 day ago

The Shift Leader directly supervises crew members, maintains responsibility for the performance of the assigned duties and is responsible for restaurant operations in the absence of the Restaurant General...

Restaurant Manager

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

Responsibilities: Restaurant Manager in overseeing all aspects of restaurant operations, including team management, guest experience, financial and operational performance....

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Salary for Front of House Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

Front of House Managers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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