Demo

Assistant Manager

Dunkin' Donuts
Dunkin' Donuts Salary
Crystal Lake, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2026

Assistant Managers support Restaurant Managers in their efforts to develop a team of dedicated people delivering great guest experiences and profitable top line sales.
Responsibilities Include:

Team Environment - Promote a team environment by fostering respect, providing coaching and feedback, recognizing achievements, resolving employee concerns and communicating effectively. Assist in the recruitment, selection, and training of Crew Members and Shift Leaders as directed by the Restaurant Manager. Support development of team members through effective cross training, deployment, and delegation of responsibilities. Hold team members accountable for their behavior and performance, addressing concerns promptly.

Operations Excellence for Guest Satisfaction - Hold guests as highest priority and role model exceptional guest service. Assist Restaurant Manager in promoting an environment where there is a sense of urgency to satisfy guests. Ensure Brand standards and systems are executed. Monitor team performance to ensure quality, service, and cleanliness standards are met at all times. Complete all required training including ServSafe® certification.

Profitability - Drive sales through effective execution of restaurant standards and marketing initiatives. Delegate and lead processes to control labor costs, food costs, and cash. Ensure the safety and security of team and guests through a focus on preventative maintenance and cleanliness. Work with Restaurant Manager to assess restaurant, develop action plans to target opportunities, and implement plans designed to achieve goals. Comply with all restaurant, Brand, and franchisee policies.

Qualifications:

Skills
• Able to clearly express oneself verbally and in writing (English)
• Math and financial management
• Restaurant, retail, or supervisory experience
• At least 18 years of age (where applicable)
• High school diploma (or equivalent)

Required Competencies
• Guest Focus – anticipate and understand guests’ needs and exceed their expectations.
• Passion for Results – set compelling targets and deliver on commitments.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making – make good decisions based on analysis, experience and judgment.
• Building Effective Teams – get the right people in the right places, enabling them to make decisions and celebrate success as a team.
• Conflict Management – use interpersonal skills to confront tough issues and resolve disagreements constructively.
• Developing Direct Reports and Others – provide honest feedback to team members, actively coaching and supporting them to achieve personal and professional goals.

We’re more than just a place to work—we’re a place to grow. As an Assistant Manager, you'll have the opportunity to take your career to the next level through performance-based advancement, ongoing development, and leadership training. Bonus opportunities are available based on achieving performance goals.

We’re guided by a strong mission and set of core values that shape how we serve our guests and support our team:

Our Mission
To serve every guest with speed, warmth, and consistency—delivering quality products in a clean, safe, and energized environment, while developing a team built on accountability, urgency, and pride in their craft.

Salary : $18 - $22

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Dunkin' Donuts

  • Dunkin' Donuts Crystal Lake, IL
  • Crew Members are responsible for delivering great guest experiences. Responsibilities Include: Team Environment - Communicate appropriately with fellow tea... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Dunkin' Donuts Lima, OH
  • Work early get off early. Cook for early morning as cook or late evening as baker. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Base Pay: $11.00 - $12.50 per hour Benef... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Dunkin' Donuts Blountville, TN
  • Overview Join Our Team as a Shift Leader at Dunkin'! Are you a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? Dunkin' Donuts is ... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Dunkin' Donuts Blountville, TN
  • Overview Join Our Team as an Assistant Manager at Dunkin'! Are you ready to take the next step in your management career in a fast-paced, customer-focused ... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Assistant Manager jobs in the Crystal Lake, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • MJG Enterprises Round Lake, IL
  • The Assistant Manager (AM) supports the Restaurant General Manager in ensuring delivery on guest satisfaction through managing the daily operations of a si... more
  • 25 Days Ago

  • AG Bells II North Chicago, IL
  • “You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employe... more
  • 26 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!