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Restaurant District Manager

Elgin, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k)
bonus opportunity
Phone Allowance
Company-provided computer
career growth opportunity

Job Description

Our client is a dynamic restaurant operator focused on delivering exceptional dining experiences in the downtown Chicago market. They are a nimble, people-focused brand dedicated to operational excellence and passionate about growing their team and business in a hands-on environment. The company emphasizes strong leadership development, operational consistency, and a vibrant company culture, making it a great place for operators seeking growth and a meaningful role in multi-unit restaurant management. Their lean management philosophy ensures leaders remain close to the business, enabling responsive decision-making and authentic team engagement which drives superior guest satisfaction and store performance.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of restaurant operations leadership experience
  • experience in multi-unit restaurant management preferred
  • knowledge of fast casual or quick service environments preferred
  • excellent leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
  • valid background check clearance
  • willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • reliable transportation for travel between locations
  • food safety certification or capability to obtain one
  • authorized to work in the United States
  • physical ability to perform essential job functions including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 5+ years of restaurant operations leadership experience at the store level or above-store level
  • multi-unit exposure strongly preferred
  • fast casual or quick service experience preferred
  • strong people leadership, coaching, and team development skills required
  • must be able to pass a background check
  • must be willing to work a variety of days and times based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
  • must have reliable transportation to travel between locations within the district
  • must be able to provide or obtain required food safety certifications prior to start
  • must be authorized to work in the United States
  • must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, including standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Job Duties

  • Oversee operations across approximately four to five restaurant locations within the district
  • visit all locations regularly and adjust time spent in each store based on business needs
  • conduct store assessments and operational audits then communicate strengths, gaps, and action plans to leadership teams
  • drive continuous improvement in guest experience, cleanliness, food quality, safety, training, and procedural execution
  • coach and develop General Managers to lead strong teams, improve performance, and build bench strength
  • support succession planning through recruiting, hiring, development, and retention efforts across the district
  • analyze store performance, sales trends, labor performance, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for improvement
  • partner with store leaders to drive sales growth and improve profitability through strong execution
  • support local store marketing efforts and other field-based initiatives as needed
  • help maintain labor efficiency and staffing health while ensuring stores are positioned to meet operational goals
  • serve as a liaison between field operations and the support team
  • reinforce company policies, compliance standards, and applicable labor laws
  • respond to operational issues as needed, including occasional emergency or alarm-related support

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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