Restaurant Manager

Cracker Barrel•Lincoln, IL
•$60,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The Restaurant Associate Manager combines people leadership and restaurant management skills to deliver excellent guest and employee experiences and drive business results. The role executes all store operations, including front- and back-of-house responsibilities, with 24/7 home-office support available. The position offers industry-competitive compensation and opportunities for growth and development. The stated base salary range is $60,000–$72,000, paid hourly during the seven-week training period, with eligibility for quarterly bonuses and incentives. Actual compensation depends on experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of successful restaurant management experience.
  • Ability and willingness to work 50 hours per week across five 10-hour shifts.
  • Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends as needed.
  • A caring attitude and dedication to hospitality.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

  • Lead employees and support a positive guest and employee experience.
  • Execute store operations, including front- and back-of-house responsibilities.
  • Drive business results.
  • Model Cracker Barrel's employee and guest experience and hospitality.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Annual merit increase opportunities
  • Quarterly bonus opportunities and incentives
  • Medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits beginning on Day 1
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Paid vacation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions after 90 days
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • 35% discount on Cracker Barrel food and retail items
  • Growth and development opportunities, including internal promotion opportunities
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