Food Manager Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Food Manager make in Chicago, IL? The average Food Manager salary in Chicago, IL is $97,842 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $84,728 and $112,802. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Food and Beverage Manager

Sierra HR Partners - Lincoln , CA

Riverside Management and Financial Services, Inc. is seeking a Food and Beverage Manager for a private restaurant at a newer 55+ residential community in Lincoln, CA. The ideal candidate will be a ...

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Food Operation Mgr

KPC GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTERS INC. - Hemet , CA

A baccalaureate degree with a major in food or nutrition, dietetics or food management and one year in the dietetic service of a licensed health facility. * A graduate of a dietetic technician ...

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Communications Manager

The Food Group - Minneapolis , MN

Communications Manager Program/Dept: The Food Group Location: New Hope Manager: Director of Advancement & Culture This is a full-time exempt position with a competitive benefits package. The hiring ...

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Lab Manager

Food Safety Net Services - Fresno , CA

Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage ... We are currently looking for a Lab Manager to join our growing team! JOB SUMMARY Responsible for ...

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General Manager

Golden West Food Group - Vernon , CA

We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices. The General Manager ...

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Food and Beverage Manager

Lodging Dynamics - Bellevue , WA

Previous coffee shop or bar management * A minimum of one year food and beverage and/or hospitality related work experience required What to expect in your first few months: First, you will become ...

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What does a Food Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a Food Manager

Manage an existing portfolio of clients and monitor their operating performance that includes reviewing monthly/quarterly financial statements, completing renewals, increases, annual reviews, watch loan reports, borrowing base reconciliations, and monitor client relationship for compliance with credit standards.

January 25, 2023

Plan, direct and coordinate the activities of production employees in order to prepare and deliver finished food product to clients.

February 12, 2023

Develop and maintain an ongoing business development plan for the region that will achieve predefined growth targets and allow for coordination and synergy amongst program groups, schemes, and streams.

February 23, 2023

Provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable working environment for the food service staff, assuring peak performance from all team members while meeting or exceeding established standards for guest and employee satisfaction.

March 08, 2023

Prepares, forwards, and maintains files of records and reports required by the Division of Food & Nutrition Services.

March 24, 2023

Maintains records of special events, reservations, house counts, food covers and daily business volumes to ensure team can execute a high-level customer service experience.

April 24, 2023

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to resolve issues with strong influencing, diplomacy, and partnering skills to grow business relationships and guide business partners to the best solutions.

May 04, 2023

Lead underwriting on loan presentations ensuring the overall success and growth of an assigned portfolio by deepening relationships of existing clients and through the acquisition of new clients.

May 06, 2023

Monitors food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food in order to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.

May 13, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Food Manager in Chicago, IL

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84728

112802

97842

Average Total Cash Compensation

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85426

115506

99188

What is the average salary for Food Manager in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Food Manager in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Food Manager ranges from $84,728 to $112,802 with the average base salary of $97,842. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,426 to $115,506 with the average total cash compensation of $99,188.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$97,842	$84,728 - $112,802
Bonus	$1,347	$697 - $2,704
Total Pay	$99,188	$85,426 - $115,506

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Food Manager Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,205 - $113,437	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,205 - $113,437	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,108 - $113,308	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,172 - $113,394	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,172 - $113,394	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,265 - $110,855	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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