Assistant General Manager (Champaign, IL)

Wingmen V Llc; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Same-day pay options

Manager Bonus Potential

Flexible scheduling

Team Member discounts

Fun, team-oriented atmosphere

Opportunities for growth and developm​

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Buffalo Wild Wings in Champaign, IL is hiring a restaurant manager to lead daily operations and inspire a high-energy team. You’ll coach staff, oversee front- and back-of-house tasks, and help deliver exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Role requires an active high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of restaurant leadership; a full bar management background is preferred, with strong communication and physical stamina to lift 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years restaurant/retail management experience preferred.
• Completion of Buffalo Wild Wings Management Certification program.
• Experience managing a restaurant with a full bar preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; team leadership essential.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and travel between units if needed.

Responsibilities

• Support and inspire Team Members to deliver top-tier service and unforgettable fan experiences.
• Assist in coaching, training, and developing the team—helping build an all-star lineup.
• Help execute daily operations, ensuring quality, speed, and accuracy across all areas.
• Step in where needed—front of house, back of house, bar, or takeout—to keep things running strong.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and compliant environment.
• Support promotions, local marketing efforts, and in-store fan engagement.

Skills

Restaurant operations

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Buffalo Wild Wings Management Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 907 West Marketview Drive - Champaign, IL 61822. Salary Range: $55,000 - $72,000.

Know what it’s like to be in the stadium on game day? Then you know what it’s like to work at Buffalo Wild Wings—it’s electric. It’s fast-paced. It’s game time, all the time. And behind every unforgettable fan experience is a team that brings the energy to life.

What You’ll Do

• Support and inspire Team Members to deliver top-tier service and unforgettable fan experiences
• Assist in coaching, training, and developing the team—helping build an all-star lineup
• Help execute daily operations, ensuring quality, speed, and accuracy across all areas
• Step in where needed—front of house, back of house, bar, or takeout—to keep things running strong
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and compliant environment
• Support promotions, local marketing efforts, and in-store fan engagement

We’ll Provide the Playbook — Here’s What You Bring

• You know the game. Understanding of restaurant operations, food safety, and responsible alcohol service preferred
• Experience counts. High school diploma (or equivalent) required; 1–3 years of restaurant or leadership experience preferred
• Team-first mindset. You enjoy supporting teams, building culture, and leading by example
• High energy. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring hustle and positivity to every shift

Brag Factor

You’ll be part of one of the hottest brands around—where the energy is real and the growth opportunities are even bigger. From competitive pay and bonus potential to career development and advancement, we invest in our people as much as we do our wings. If you love sports, great food, and being part of a team that shows up strong every day—this is your arena.

Perks Include

• Competitive pay
• Same-day pay options
• Manager Bonus Potential
• Flexible scheduling
• Team Member discounts
• Fun, team-oriented atmosphere
• Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Candidates must be highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven with strong organizational skills, attention to detail and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess ability and desire to create a fun, exciting environment for both guests and Team Members alike.
• Skilled with basic mathematical computations.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple priorities in a fast paced work environment.
• Maintain confidential information, adhere to and enforce company policies, programs, and compliance issues.
• Qualified candidates bring a minimum of 2 years restaurant or retail management experience, and experience managing a restaurant with a full bar is preferred.
• This role requires the completion of a high school education or equivalent, a valid driver's license to travel between units, a satisfactory background check, and the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Completion of Buffalo Wild Wings Management Certification program.
• Has successfully managed each department, Greeter/Cashier, Hospitality, Bar and HOH for a minimum of three periods each.