Managers for hire in Chicago, IL

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    167,630

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership13%
    Supervising Experience9%
    Communication Skills9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED57%
    Bachelor's degree24%
    Associate's degree15%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year2%
    3-5 years2%
    6-10 years32%
  • Current company

    Buffalo Wild Wings
    Chick-fil-A
    Raising Cane's
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year14%
    1-2 years25%
    2-5 years42%

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Last updated: Sep 7, 2026

Manager: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Chicago, IL: $112,824 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $71,634$177,698 yearly

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  • General Manager

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseServsafe+3 more

    Skills

    Strategic PlanningProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCasual Dining Experience
  • General Manager

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRServsafe+1 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsFast Casual ExperienceAssistant Manager ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceUpscale Casual ExperienceCommunication Skills
  • Multi-Unit Manager

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationBartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationMAST PermitServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's License+4 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementAssistant Manager ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceMediterranean Cuisine
  • Manager

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    SHRM Certified ProfessionalGuard CardFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafe+4 more

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAssistant Manager Experience
  • General Manager

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe+1 more

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceAssistant Manager ExperienceSupervising ExperienceLeadershipStrategic PlanningLatte Art
  • Operations Manager

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicensePERC CardSolar EnergyNon-CDL Class CSolar InstallationPhotovoltaic Systems+1 more

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsProduct Management

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What's the average time to fill a manager role?

The average time to fill a manager role is 99 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do managers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a manager include: leadership, supervising experience and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a manager?

Common licenses or certifications for managers include: Servsafe, Driver's License and Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to managers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to managers include: general manager, assistant manager operations and operations manager.

What level of education is common for a manager?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a manager in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a manager?

Most managers have 15 years of professional experience.

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