Restaurant Manager Jobs in Harvard, 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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Customer Experience Manager

  • Rockford, IL (23 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (23 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 2 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...

Customer Service Manager

  • Crystal Lake, IL (17 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (17 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 3 days ago

New opportunity available for a Customer Service Manager. The Customer Service Manager position is one of hourly store management. Stores are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00AM to 8:00PM and we...

Bucciferro Restaurant Manager (Overseas all operations)

  • Rockford, IL (24 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (24 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 3 days 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,...

Bilingual (Spanish) Front Office Coordinator - Carpentersville, IL

  • Carpentersville, IL (24 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (24 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 12 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...

Front Office Coordinator - Lake Geneva, WI

  • Lake Geneva, WI (13 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (13 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 13 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...

Shift Manager

  • Richmond, IL (15 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, IL (15 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. A job at McDonald's offers a job combo that fits YOU. PERKS & BENEFITS: Competitive pay from $18.00 - $26.00 / year plus cash incentives...

Shift Manager/Leader $17-$19

  • Cary, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cary, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 16 days ago

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

Asst Grand Cafe Manager

  • Lake Geneva, WI (13 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (13 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Reporting Relationship Restaurant Manager Exemption Status Note This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job....

Asst Grand Cafe Manager

  • Lake Geneva, WI (13 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (13 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 21 days ago

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KFC Shift Manager

  • Algonquin, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 25 days ago

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

Restaurant Manager

  • Lake in the Hills, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake in the Hills, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Restaurant Managers Great employees deserve great benefits!...

Restaurant Shift Manager

  • Delavan, WI (17 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Delavan, WI (17 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 30+ 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....

Shift Manager

  • Crystal Lake, IL (17 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (17 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

KFC Shift Manager G135551 - ALGONQUIN [IL]

  • Algonquin, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (22 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Shift Supervisor- Restaurant

  • Carpentersville, IL (24 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (24 miles from Harvard, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Why Wendy's Hamra Enterprises - an award-winning franchisee of Wendy's, has great opportunities for driven people who are looking for a fun, energetic atmosphere with room to grow. Do you wear...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Harvard, IL

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Harvard, 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
7.1%
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 Restaurant Managers in Harvard, 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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