Restaurant Manager (8065)

Ancho & Agave; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based Bonus Program (up to

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability &

Paid Vacation upon hire

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Allowance for off-duty dining

Job summary

Ancho & Agave in Barrington, IL is seeking a friendly, reliable Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, deliver outstanding guest service, and uphold food and beverage standards. You will hire and train staff, schedule shifts, manage costs, and ensure a smooth, hospitality-focused dining experience.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years as a Dining Room Manager in a high-volume setting, certifications in food safety and alcohol training, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a Dining Room Manager in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Current Alcohol Training certification.
• English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to lead a diverse team and motivate staff.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel for management training (35–45 days).
• Flexible with weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create an exceptional service experience and prioritize hospitality for guests.
• Oversee daily restaurant operations and staff scheduling.
• Hire and train restaurant staff per policies and procedures.
• Uphold standards for food preparation and service.
• Address guest concerns and resolve problems promptly.
• Control operational costs and take inventories.
• Order supplies and manage facility needs.
• Appraise staff performance and provide coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Hospitality

Team coaching

Problem solving

Time management

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Tools

POS systems

Bookkeeping

MS Office

Web-based apps

Job description

Ancho & Agave is seeking a friendly, reliable, and motivated Restaurant Manager to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you are passionate about food and beverage and committed to success,

Qualified candidates must be energetic, hardworking, team-oriented, honest, and comfortable with managing people. Must be available to work consistently, act with professionalism at all times & have a positive attitude.

Restaurant Manager responsibilities include but are not limited to

creating an exceptional service experience and prioritizing hospitality for our guests, overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant, hiring and training restaurant staff following company policies & procedures, upholding standards for food preparation and service, speaking with guests to address concerns or solve problems, creating work schedules for restaurant staff, controlling operational costs, taking inventories, ordering supplies, facility management, and appraising staff performance.

Restaurant Manager Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dining Room Manager in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Current Alcohol Training certification.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff, vendors, and guests.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills. Ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Elevated knowledge of alcoholic beverages & beverage service.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver on-time results.
• Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems & bookkeeping systems.
• Proficient in web-based computer applications and Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days to participate in management training.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be able to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs.
• Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks. Work week hours will vary based on operational needs.
• Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be 21 years or age or older

Restaurant Manager Employment Benefits

• Competitive Salary ($55,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience)
• Performance-based Bonus Program (up to $5,000 in first year)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation upon hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Allowance for off-duty dining

Ancho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila… we’re the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.

Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.