Restaurant Manager

Steak 'n Shake Pekin; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Meal Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training

Discount Program

Associate Emergency Foundation

Next Day Pay – up to 50% earned wages

Job summary

Steak ’n Shake Pekin is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead our team on the front lines, ensuring exceptional hospitality and operational excellence. This hands-on leadership role requires you to actively work the line, supervise daily operations, and drive performance across shifts.

You’ll manage costs, optimize labor, and uphold brand standards while developing talent and maintaining a safe, guest-focused environment. This position offers strong pay and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of QSR or fast-casual restaurant management experience.
• Proven history of consistent work tenure and reliable leadership.
• Deep understanding of food cost management and labor optimization.
• Hands-on leadership, able to work drive-thru or grill as needed.
• Tech-savvy with POS systems, inventory platforms, and invoice tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example—working the line, prepping food, maintaining cleanliness, and serving guests across all shifts.
• Wear a professional uniform and uphold brand standards, food safety, and service protocols.
• Own the P&L: manage food costs, control inventory, verify invoices, and reduce waste.
• Oversee inventory from back door to the front line.
• Recruit, train, and retain top hourly talent with clear feedback and coaching.

Skills

QSR management

Leadership

POS systems

Labor optimization

Drive-thru

Food cost

Physical stamina

Age 18+

Professionalism

LinkedIn resume consistency

Tools

Inventory platforms

Invoice tools

Job description

Join the leadership team at a Restaurant at the Forefront of QSR Innovation
Paying up to $21.50 per hour

At Steak 'n Shake, we’re blending our rich heritage with bold innovation to redefine what a quick-service experience can be with a relentless focus on hospitality, ensuring every guest feels welcome, valued, and cared for. As a Restaurant Manager, you won’t just manage, you’ll lead from the front. This is a hands-on leadership role for those who take pride in operational excellence through doing the work, not just directing it.

Reporting directly to the General Manager/Franchise Partner you will ensure business and strategic goals are met through team leadership.

What You’ll Do

Restaurant Leadership & Operations

• Lead by example—actively working the line, prepping food, maintaining cleanliness, and serving guests across all shifts: opening, mid-day, and closing.
• Wear a professional uniform daily—shirt and tie or collared blouse—setting the tone for team presentation and upholding all brand standards, food safety practices, and service protocols.

Financial Performance

• Own the P&L: manage food costs, control inventory, verify invoices, and eliminate waste while driving labor efficiency with smart scheduling, cross-training, and station versatility.

Inventory & Supply Chain Control

• Oversee inventory from the back door to the front line.

Team Building & Development

• Recruit, train, and retain top hourly talent through clear feedback and coaching.

Job Requirements

• 1+ years of QSR or fast-casual restaurant management experience required.
• Proven history of consistent work tenure and reliable leadership.
• Deep understanding of food cost management, labor optimization, and operational KPIs.
• Hands‑on leadership—comfortable working the drive through or grill when needed.
• Tech‑savvy with POS systems, inventory platforms, and invoice tools.
• Strong physical stamina: can lift 50 lbs., stay on your feet all day, and thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen.
• Professionalism that extends to your LinkedIn profile (if you have one) and resume—both should tell the same story.
• Track record in driving hospitality excellence and navigating change in a team setting.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.

At Steak ’n Shake, we don’t just compete on pay —we lead the market.We are aMaximum Wage Employer, paying thehighest hourly rates within 25 milesof our restaurants - plus unique bonus pay options!

On top of max wage pay per hour we offer unique perks like:

-Bitcoin Bonus Pay

Earn an additional $0.21 per hour worked— fully funded by Steak ’n Shake (on top of your salary) invested in your personal Bitcoin wallet.

Optional participation. Real long-term financial growth opportunity - for free!

-$1,000 Newborn Match

When the government contributes $1,000 to your newborn’s qualifying Trump Account,

we match it with another $1,000.

** Employee must be employed for 90 days before Steak n Shake’s contribution will be made.

More Than Just a Paycheck

We combine top-of-market wages with benefits that support you and your family — now and long term.

Benefits*

• Medical/Rx
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Accident
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Safe-Harbor Match (age 18 & older)

Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Meal Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Training
• Discount Program
• Associate Emergency Foundation
• Next Day Pay – receive up to 50% of your prior day’s earned wages

*Benefits are subject to service and/or ACA eligibility requirements
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