Restaurant Manager: Lead Service, Team & Growth

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 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.