Shift Manager

Steak 'n Shake East Peoria; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 2,187,801 - 3,115,959; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Meal Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training

Discount Program

Next Day Pay

Job summary

Steak 'n Shake East Peoria is looking for a Shift Manager to lead daily operations and provide exceptional guest service. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, a commitment to quality, and flexibility to work various shifts.

The role offers competitive pay up to $19.25/hour, along with unique perks such as Bitcoin Bonus Pay and a $1,000 Newborn Match. Join us in maintaining our legacy of quality service and delicious food.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory, shift lead, or restaurant management role preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations with energy, confidence, and accountability.
• Ensure strong openings and closings by setting up the team for success.
• Deliver fast, friendly, and accurate service that exceeds guest expectations.
• Support training and onboarding of new team members.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment built on trust and respect.

Skills

Proven reliability and professionalism

Positive, servant-leadership attitude

Strong people skills

Exceptional guest service commitment

Detail-oriented

Effective communicator

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift Manager – Steak ’n Shake - Paying up to $19.25 per hour!

At Steak ’n Shake, we don’t just compete on pay — we lead the market. We are a Maximum Wage Employer, paying the highest hourly rates within 25 miles of our restaurants – plus unique bonus pay options!

On top of paying up to $19.25 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)

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

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

What You Will Do

• Lead daily restaurant operations with energy, confidence, and accountability
• Ensure strong openings and closings by setting up the team for success
• Set the tone for the shift—motivate and coach team members for success
• Deliver fast, friendly, and accurate service that exceeds guest expectations
• Ensure all brand standards are met - cleanliness, food safety, and quality
• Handle opening and closing duties, including key‑holder responsibilities
• Count drawers, manage deposits, and finalize end‑of‑day reports
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with guests and team members
• Support training and onboarding of new team members
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented environment built on trust and respect
• Step into any station as needed to keep operations running smoothly

What We’re Looking For

• Proven reliability and professionalism
• Positive, servant‑leadership attitude
• Strong people skills with a passion for mentoring others
• Commitment to exceptional guest service
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Effective communicator—both verbal and written
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and adaptable
• Ability to manage team member performance with fairness and empathy
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable transportation
• Prior experience in a supervisory, shift lead, or restaurant management role preferred
• US work authorization
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Ready to lead with purpose, serve with pride, and grow with us? Apply today and help us carry on Steak ’n Shake’s legacy of premium burgers, hand‑crafted shakes, and legendary hospitality.

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