Restaurant Manager Jobs in Dekalb, 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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Restaurant Manager

  • Batavia, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Batavia, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 7 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...

Shift Manager

  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Batavia Restaurant Manager - Chilis

  • Batavia, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Batavia, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 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...

Batavia Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • Batavia, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Batavia, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 6 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...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Saint Charles, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 6 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...

FULL TIME Customer Experience Manager

  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 7 days ago

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

Part Time Customer Service Manager

  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Dekalb, 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....

Bucciferro Restaurant Manager (Overseas all operations)

  • Rochelle, IL (16 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rochelle, IL (16 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 12 days ago

at McDonald's in ROCHELLE, Illinois, United States Job Description This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This...

Shift Manager

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 15 days ago

quality, food safety practices, and cleanliness What You Bring to the Table Minimum of one year of management and/or leadership experience Must be at least 18 years old Sense of humor and an ability...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Montgomery, IL (23 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (23 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 17 days ago

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

Shift Manager - 0561

  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 20 days ago

quality and food safety very seriously but do not take ourselves too seriously....

Shift Manager - 4101

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 20 days ago

quality and food safety very seriously but do not take ourselves too seriously....

Shift Manager

  • Genoa, IL (14 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Genoa, IL (14 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Communicating openly and honestly with the Restaurant Management team. Following cash, security, inventory and labor policies and procedures....

Retail- Customer Experience Manager PT

  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Store - CHI-NORTH AURORA, ILDeliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Dekalb, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Restaurant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Dekalb, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
High School or GED
25.7%
Associate's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.2%
Master's Degree
7.2%
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 Dekalb, 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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