Restaurant Manager Jobs in Manhattan, 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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Certified Restaurant Supervisor

  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

As a Certified Restaurant Supervisor (CRS), you will be responsible for supporting the management team to ensure that restaurant operations run smoothly, while also filling important team member roles...

Dyer Restaurant Manager - Chili's

  • Dyer, IN (24 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dyer, IN (24 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 22 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • New Lenox, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Lenox, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, 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 - Team Lead

  • New Lenox, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Lenox, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, 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 Shift Manager

  • Bourbonnais, IL (14 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bourbonnais, IL (14 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 2 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....

Restaurant Manager

  • Midlothian, IL (20 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Midlothian, IL (20 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 7 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 (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 8 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 10 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...

Customer Experience Manager

  • Kankakee, IL (20 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kankakee, IL (20 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 13 days ago

at Michaels in KANKAKEE, United States Job Description Store - KANKAKEE - BRADLEY, IL Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and...

Restaurant Manager

  • Oak Lawn, IL (24 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (24 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 14 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

  • Hickory Hills, IL (24 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hickory Hills, IL (24 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Shift Manager Wendy's International paid time off, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Hickory Hills 7920 West 95th Street (Show on map) Jun 14, 2025 WHY WENDY'S? Families come in all shapes and...

Restaurant Manager

  • Matteson, IL (13 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Matteson, IL (13 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Our Restaurant Managers report to the General Manager and are accountable for taking initiative, being people-focused, and results-oriented....

New Lenox Restaurant Manager - Chilis

  • New Lenox, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 19 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...

Cage & Player Services Shift Manager

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Wind Creek Chicago Southland 17300 S. Halsted East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 252 Room Hotel Casino Managed By Wind Creek Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

KFC Shift Manager

  • Homewood, IL (17 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Homewood, IL (17 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Manhattan, IL

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Salary for Restaurant Manager Jobs in Manhattan, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Restaurant Managers in Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, 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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