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Join the leadership team at a Restaurant at the Forefrontof QSR Innovation. Paying up to $23.50 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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