What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restaurant Manager position at Steak 'n Shake?
Join the leadership team at a Restaurant at the Forefrontof QSR Innovation Paying up to $21.50 per hour
At Steak 'n Shake, we're blending our rich heritagewith bold innovation to redefine what a quick-service experience can be with a relentlessfocus on hospitality, ensuring every guest feels welcome, valued, and caredfor. As a Restaurant Manager, youwon't just manage, you'll lead from the front. This is a hands-on leadershiprole for those who take pride in operational excellence through doing thework, not just directing it.
Reporting directly to the General Manager/FranchisePartner you will ensure business and strategic goals are met through teamleadership.
What You'll Do
Restaurant Leadership &Operations
- Lead by example-actively working the line, prepping food, maintaining cleanliness, and serving guests across all shifts: opening, mid-day, and closing.
- Wear a professional uniform daily-shirt and tie or collared blouse-setting the tone for team presentation and upholding all brand standards, food safety practices, and service protocols.
Financial Performance
- Own the P&L: manage food costs, control inventory, verify invoices, and eliminate waste while driving labor efficiency with smart scheduling, cross-training, and station versatility.
Inventory & Supply ChainControl
- Oversee inventory from the back door to the front line.
Team Building & Development
- Recruit, train, and retain top hourly talent through clear feedback and coaching.
Job Requirements
- 1 years of QSR or fast-casual restaurant management experience required.
- Proven history of consistent work tenure and reliable leadership.
- Deep understanding of food cost management, labor optimization, and operational KPIs.
- Hands-on leadership-comfortable working the drive through or grill when needed.
- Tech-savvy with POS systems, inventory platforms, and invoice tools.
- Strong physical stamina: can lift 50 lbs., stay on your feet all day, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Professionalism that extends to your LinkedIn profile (if you have one) and resume-both should tell the same story.
- Track record in driving hospitality excellence and navigating change in a team setting.
- Minimum of 18 years of age.
At Steak 'n Shake, we don't just compete on pay -welead the market.We are aMaximum Wage Employer,paying thehighest hourly rates within 25 milesof ourrestaurants - plus unique bonus pay options!
On top of max wage pay per hour we offer unique perkslike:
-Bitcoin Bonus Pay
Earn an additional$0.21 per hour worked- fully funded bySteak 'n Shake (on top of your salary) invested in your personal Bitcoinwallet.
Optional participation. Real long-term financial growth opportunity - forfree!
-$1,000 Newborn Match
When the government contributes $1,000 to your newborn's qualifying TrumpAccount,
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)
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
*Benefitsare subject to service and/or ACA eligibility requirements
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