Restaurant Manager — Lead High-Impact Guest Experiences

Portillo's; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus program

Uniform allowance

Free shift meals

Educational benefits

Health insurance options

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discounts on items

EAP counseling and support

Job summary

Portillo's in Sycamore, Illinois is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will model operational standards, coach teammates, manage scheduling, inventory, and labor, and ensure sanitation and safety compliance. The role requires 1–3 years of management experience, strong communication, and the ability to work 50+ hours with rotating shifts; competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Restaurant Manager experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations, recruiting, scheduling, food planning and sanitation.
• Understanding of P&L and restaurant operations.
• Must pass required sanitation and responsible alcohol vending courses.

Responsibilities

• Model operational standards and execute critical behaviors to run great shifts and create lifelong memories for guests and team members.
• Motivate and manage team members to provide highest level of hospitality.
• Demonstrate leadership with a focus on coaching and achieving excellence.
• Foster team engagement through recognition and communication.
• Plan shift planning, scheduling, training, opening/closing, and cash handling.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations; manage inventory and labor planning.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Team management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Portillo's in Sycamore, Illinois is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will model operational standards, coach teammates, manage scheduling, inventory, and labor, and ensure sanitation and safety compliance. The role requires 1–3 years of management experience, strong communication, and the ability to work 50+ hours with rotating shifts; competitive salary and benefits.