Restaurant Managers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Leadership14%Supervising Experience10%Communication Skills8%Education level
Bachelor's degree35%High school diploma or GED30%Associate's degree26%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years8%6-10 years18%Current company
Chili's Grill & Bar
Raising Cane's
Velvet Taco
Time at current job
Less than a year13%1-2 years26%2-5 years42%
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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026
Restaurant Manager: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $70,199 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $54,259 – $90,821 yearly
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Kitchen Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe+1 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceAssistant Manager ExperienceOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineFast Casual ExperienceGeneral Manager (GM)
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseCertified Medical AssistantCPRMassage Therapy License+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceProduct ManagementFast Casual ExperienceOrganizational SkillsRestaurant Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Series 7Bartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationRestaurant ManagementDriver's LicenseReal Estate License+7 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDeli and Prepared Foods Assistant Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationTIPSDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementPublic SpeakingPresentation SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceAssistant General Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationBartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsRestaurant Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake EndorsementCPR+5 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsProduct ManagementTime Management
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What's the average time to fill a restaurant manager role?
The average time to fill a restaurant manager role is 104 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do restaurant managers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a restaurant manager include: leadership, supervising experience and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a restaurant manager?
Common licenses or certifications for restaurant managers include: Driver's License, Servsafe and Food Handler Certification.
What are some job titles related to restaurant managers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to restaurant managers include: deli and prepared foods assistant manager, kitchen manager and GENERAL MANAGER.
What level of education is common for a restaurant manager?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a restaurant manager in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a restaurant manager?
Most restaurant managers have 16 years of professional experience.
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