General Manager

Culver's; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training and leadership

Career growth and advancement

Employee meal discounts

Paid time off

Insurance benefits for eligible team

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Opportunity to build and lead a team

Job summary

Culver’s in Palatine, IL is seeking a General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, develop people, and own the guest experience. You will recruit, train, coach, and empower staff to uphold high standards in food quality and service.

This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. If you’re energetic, positive, and ready to lead, Culver’s invites you to apply.

Qualifications

• Have strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for serving others.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.
• Be organized, dependable, and able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoy coaching, mentoring, and developing people.
• Lead with a positive attitude and a genuine smile.
• Take pride in delivering an exceptional guest experience.
• Hold yourself and your team to high standards.
• Have 1–2 years of restaurant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations while maintaining high standards for food quality and guest service.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members and future leaders.
• Create a positive, respectful, and high-performing team environment.
• Lead by example and demonstrate professionalism and hospitality.
• Provide coaching and feedback to help team members grow.
• Ensure compliance with operational, food safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Help manage restaurant costs while maintaining excellent food and service.
• Build relationships with guests and ensure every guest leaves happy.
• Recognize and celebrate team contributions and accomplishments.
• Take ownership of the restaurant’s overall performance and success.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Coaching

Guest service

Operations management

People development

Job description

Culver’s is looking for Restaurant Managers

Lead People. Build a Team. Make a Difference.

At Culver’s, we believe great restaurants start with great people.

We’re looking for a General Manager who is passionate about serving others, developing people, and creating a restaurant team that takes pride in what they do.

This is more than a restaurant management position. As our General Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a team, develop future leaders, create memorable guest experiences, and take ownership of the success of your restaurant.

If you’re an energetic, positive leader who enjoys bringing out the best in others, we’d love to meet you!

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $50,000–$65,000 per year
• Comprehensive training and leadership development
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee meal discounts
• Paid time off
• Insurance benefits for eligible team members
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment
• The opportunity to build and lead a team you’re proud of

What You’ll Do

As General Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our restaurant’s success. You’ll lead by example, create a positive team culture, and make sure every guest receives the experience they deserve.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead daily restaurant operations while maintaining high standards for food quality and guest service
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members and future leaders
• Create a positive, respectful, and high-performing team environment
• Lead by example and demonstrate strong work ethic, professionalism, and genuine hospitality
• Provide consistent coaching and feedback to help team members grow
• Ensure compliance with operational, food safety, sanitation, and company standards
• Help manage restaurant costs while maintaining excellent food and service
• Build relationships with guests and make sure every guest leaves happy
• Recognize and celebrate team members for their contributions and accomplishments
• Take ownership of the restaurant’s overall performance and success

What Makes a Great General Manager?

We’re looking for a leader who brings energy, accountability, and heart to the restaurant every day.

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Have a genuine passion for serving others
• Demonstrate strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Are organized, dependable, and able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoy coaching, mentoring, and developing people
• Lead with a positive attitude and a genuine smile
• Take pride in creating an exceptional guest experience
• Hold yourself and your team to high standards
• Are motivated to grow both personally and professionally
• Have 1–2 years of restaurant experience preferred

Why Culver’s?

At Culver’s, our commitment is simple: every guest who chooses Culver’s should leave happy.

That commitment starts with our team.

As General Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to create an environment where people enjoy coming to work, guests feel genuinely welcomed, and team members have the opportunity to grow.

We’re looking for someone who doesn’t just want a job — we’re looking for someone who wants to lead, develop people, and make a lasting impact.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to have you join our Culver’s family.

Ready to Lead?

Bring your leadership, your passion for people, and your genuine smile. Let’s build something great together.

We've made it our commitment that any guest who chooses Culver's leaves happy - and that means creating a great experience for you too!

In 1984, Craig and Lea Culver, along with Craig’s parents George and Ruth, opened the very first Culver's in the family’s beloved hometown of Sauk City, Wisconsin, and began serving ButterBurgers® and Frozen Custard.
Craveable as our signature combination is, the Culver family knew right away that although the business is centered around the food, it is really about the people. While folks can vividly recall the first time they bit into a ButterBurger or tasted a scoop of rich, creamy Fresh Frozen Custard, it’s our way of welcoming guests that truly makes Culver’s delicious.