Jobloria
Restaurant Manager
Enhanced Staffing
Location : Northbrook, IL, 60062
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $65,000 to $75,000 + bonus
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated Restaurant Manager to join our team in Northbrook, as we expand our presence in the Greater Chicago area. This role is pivotal and promises significant growth potential. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for the restaurant industry, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Drive sales and profitability through effective management of food and beverage operations.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, service, and safety.
- Lead, train, and develop a team of dedicated staff members.
- Implement and manage marketing strategies to increase customer engagement.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in managing a restaurant with a focus on both food and alcohol sales, generating over $3 million in net sales annually.
- Strong background in culinary operations with scratch kitchen experience.
- Excellent leadership skills and a track record of building successful teams.
- Bar management experience is advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability to handle financial and operational aspects of a high-volume establishment.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive base salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, plus a performance-based bonus 10% program.
- Comprehensive health benefits package.
- Paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Chicago market.
If you are an ambitious and results-driven individual looking to further your career in a vibrant and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us as we continue to grow and make an impact in the restaurant industry.
Freqently Asked Questions
Northbrook's dining scene is growing, boosting demand for skilled restaurant managers who can handle high-volume operations and team leadership. Candidates with proven success in managing food and beverage sales over $3 million annually stand out, reflecting a competitive but promising local market.
While Illinois doesn't mandate a formal certification for restaurant managers, possessing food safety certifications like ServSafe and a liquor license management knowledge offers a significant advantage. These credentials align well with roles emphasizing management of both food and alcohol sales.
Employers seek managers who excel in team development, operational oversight, and driving profitability. Demonstrated ability to lead scratch kitchen teams and manage bar operations effectively is highly valued in the competitive Chicago-area hospitality market.
Daily tasks often include supervising staff, ensuring food quality standards, managing inventory, and implementing marketing strategies to boost customer engagement. Balancing operational efficiency while fostering a motivated team is essential for sustained success.
Enhanced Staffing emphasizes professional development through exposure to diverse culinary operations and leadership challenges, offering opportunities to advance within Chicago's vibrant restaurant industry while benefiting from performance bonuses and comprehensive health benefits.
Beyond competitive salaries ranging from $65K to $75K plus bonuses, Enhanced Staffing provides extensive health coverage, paid time off, and a clear pathway for upward mobility, which distinguishes it in the Northbrook hospitality employment landscape.
Salaries in Northbrook usually match or slightly exceed Chicago averages for restaurant managers due to local demand and cost of living differences, with base pay typically between $65,000 and $75,000 plus incentives, reflecting the role’s responsibility level.
Restaurant managers hold full operational accountability, including financial oversight and marketing strategy implementation, while assistants focus on supporting daily tasks. Progressing from assistant to manager involves gaining leadership skills and experience managing high-volume sales.
Bar management expertise enhances a candidate's profile, given the emphasis on both food and alcohol sales exceeding $3 million annually. This skill contributes to comprehensive operational control and profitability, making applicants more competitive locally.
Managing a scratch kitchen demands meticulous attention to food quality, inventory control, and staff training to maintain consistency. Balancing these with customer service standards and safety regulations requires strong organizational and leadership capabilities.
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