Restaurant Manager

CBOCS West, Inc.; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 26,491 - 32,414; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

35% discount on food and retail

Job summary

CBOCS West, Inc. is seeking a Restaurant Manager for the Cracker Barrel in Gurnee, Illinois. In this leadership role, you will manage both front-and back-of-house operations, ensuring an exceptional experience for our guests and team members. You will be responsible for coaching your team, managing inventory, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

The ideal candidate will have 2-5+ years of restaurant management experience and be able to work 50 hours weekly, including holidays. We offer competitive compensation along with medical, dental, vision benefits from day one, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of successful restaurant management experience.
• Ability to work 50 hours a week, including holidays and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-and back-of-house operations.
• Coach and develop the team.
• Manage inventory and ensure great guest experience.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Inventory management

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Cracker Barrel Restaurant Manager, you’re not just running a restaurant – you’re a leader who focuses on the people and the place. You’ll oversee both front‑and back‑of‑house operations, ensuring our guests and team members know that we are committed to always serving up more than a meal. With your leadership, you’ll coach and develop your team, manage inventory, and deliver the kind of guest experience we’re known for.

• Leads with care, making sure both employees and guests feel valued
• Thrives managing the full restaurant experience from kitchen flow to front‑of‑house service
• Balances operational focus with people‑first leadership
• Stays cool under pressure and encourages your team through busy shifts
• Believes hospitality is a team effort that starts with strong leadership

Requirements

• Has 2‑5+ years of successful restaurant management experience
• Can work 50 hours a week (five 10‑hour shifts), including holidays and weekends as needed
• Has a valid driver’s license

Focus on You

Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Competitive annual salary, annual merit increase opportunities, quarterly bonus opportunities
• Medical, Rx, dental and vision benefits on day 1; life insurance and disability coverage; paid vacation/employee assistance program
• Over 90% of General Manager and District Manager openings are filled internally; tuition reimbursement; professional development
• Culture of belonging: support that starts on day one; onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive; recognition programs and employee events that bring us together
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions at 90 days; employee stock purchase program
• 35% discount on Cracker Barrel food and retail items; exclusive biscuit perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

Pay Range: $19.23 - $23.53

A Little About Us: Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots—always serving up more than a meal. See for yourself.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.