Restaurant Manager Jobs in Lockport, 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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Evergreen Park Restaurant Manager - Chilis

  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, 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...

Evergreen Park Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, 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...

Bilingual (Spanish) Front Office Coordinator (NO WEEKENDS!)- Oak Park (North), IL

  • Oak Park, IL (23 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (23 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview Schedule: Mon/Wed/Fri 7:00-3:30 Tu/Thurs: 10:30-7:00 Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We...

Restaurant Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Compensation Range $55,000 - $70,000 / Year Compensation may include base salary and geographic differential. This position is bonus eligible. Job Description You are a seasoned restaurant leader,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Midlothian, IL (16 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Midlothian, IL (16 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant setting Working knowledge of restaurant operations, including personnel management, food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation...

Customer Service Manager

  • Romeoville, IL (2 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (2 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Customer Service Manager Department: Customer Service Employment Type: Full Time Location: Romeoville, IL - Distribution Center Compensation: $80,000 - $115,000 / year Description The Customer...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Westmont, IL (13 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (13 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is looking for our next Customer Experience Manager. This is an exciting opportunity in a growing, fast-paced industry. Located at Napleton Westmont Porsche the...

Client Services Manager HealthLab

  • Winfield, IL (18 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Winfield, IL (18 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Description   The  Client Services Manager - HealthLab   reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies...

Restaurant Manager

  • Joliet, IL (9 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (9 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manager Responsibilities As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on delivering...

Restaurant Manager

  • Oswego, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Our Restaurant Managers lead and inspire the service and culinary teams to deliver the ultimate steakhouse experience every guest, every time....

Shift Manager

  • Addison, IL (22 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Addison, IL (22 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 8 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...

Casino Operations Assistant Shift Manager

  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 10 days ago

WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We're always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you'll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Shift Manager

  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Shift Managers are comfortable taking responsibility as well as delegating it; they thrive on challenges and continually look for opportunities to learn. They are responsible for ensuring Guest...

Restaurant Supervisor Lead

  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 11 days ago

You lead, coach and develop the skills of Shift Supervisors and Squad Crew while learning restaurant operations skill side by side with the General Manager....

Front Office Coordinator - Crestwood, IL

  • Crestwood, IL (16 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL (16 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Position Overview Schedule: Monday through Friday: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We...

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Lockport, IL

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Lockport, 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 Restaurant Managers in Lockport, 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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