Restaurant Manager - Chicago, IL

Red Lobster is a renowned seafood restaurant company known for its commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and strong leadership development programs. Specializing in delivering high-quality seafood and exceptional beverage service, Red Lobster has established itself as a leader in the casual dining industry. The company prides itself on providing an engaging and supportive work environment where team members are encouraged to grow their skills and careers. Red Lobster offers an award-winning 11-week in-restaurant training program for new Restaurant Managers, alongside individual development plans, ongoing training, and certification programs. These initiatives create opportunities for career advancement and help employees fast track to their professional goals. The restaurant emphasizes work-life balance by offering operating hours between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m., helping managers avoid early mornings and late nights. As a Restaurant Manager at Red Lobster, you will play a pivotal role in leading daily restaurant operations with a keen focus on maintaining high standards of seafood and beverage service to maximize guest satisfaction. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and motivating your team to ensure the restaurant stands out through excellent service and a vibrant, fun, and safe work environment. The role requires the management of team member performance through evaluations, coaching, and discipline, ensuring compliance with employment policies and food safety standards. This position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $52,000 to $66,000 per year along with eligibility for quarterly bonuses. Additional benefits include immediate medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, 401K retirement savings with company match after one year, paid vacation, dining discounts, and tuition reimbursement programs. This full-time role is perfect for driven individuals passionate about restaurant management and delivering exceptional guest experiences while fostering team growth and development.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 1+ years management or supervisory experience in restaurant hotel retail or general business required
• ServSafe local and state certifications or the ability to obtain required
• 2+ years casual dining or full-service restaurant management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred