Restaurant Manager: Lead Operations + Top Wages & Perks

Steaknshake; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bitcoin Bonus Pay

Newborn Match

Next Day Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Meal Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training

Job summary

Steak 'n Shake is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead front-line operations, drive hospitality, and ensure peak performance across shifts. You’ll actively work the line, manage costs, and coach a team to uphold brand standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in QSR management, strong leadership, and hands-on skills with POS, inventory, and invoicing tools. 18+, with capability to lift 50 lbs., and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.

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, labor optimization, and operational KPIs.
• Hands-on leadership—comfortable working the drive-thru or grill when needed.
• Tech-savvy with POS systems, inventory platforms, and invoice tools.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example—actively working the line, prepping food, maintaining cleanliness, and serving guests across all shifts.
• Own the P&L: manage food costs, control inventory, verify invoices, and eliminate waste while driving labour efficiency.
• Oversee inventory from the back door to the frontline.
• Recruit, train, and retain top hourly talent through clear feedback and coaching.
• Wear a professional uniform daily—setting the tone for team presentation and branding.

Skills

QSR management

Leadership

Food cost mgmt

Labor optimization

Operational KPIs

POS systems

Inventory platforms

Invoice tools

Physical stamina

Tools

POS systems

Inventory platforms

Invoice tools

Job description

Steak 'n Shake is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead front-line operations, drive hospitality, and ensure peak performance across shifts. You’ll actively work the line, manage costs, and coach a team to uphold brand standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in QSR management, strong leadership, and hands-on skills with POS, inventory, and invoicing tools. 18+, with capability to lift 50 lbs., and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.