Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader

Company: Raising Cane's
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Company Description Starting from $62,500 - $67,000 annually plus monthly training incentive of $750* *Pay is based on location, experience, and qualifications etc. *Monthly incentives after training vary and are based on restaurant profitability At Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers®, we serve only the most craveable chicken finger meals – it’s our One Love! Known for our great Crew and cool Culture, we follow a Work Hard. Have Fun. philosophy. Raising Cane’s is the fastest-growing chicken concept around and is on track to be a Top 10 Restaurant Brand in the United States. Each Crewmember is important to our rapid growth and enduring success. Now is your chance to join the Team and Raise The Bar! Benefits offered for all Full-time Restaurant Managers: Medical, Dental, Vision & Pharmacy Benefits Dependent Care & Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts Company-provided Life and Disability insurance Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness 401(k) With Employer Match (age 21 & older) Access to financial advisors for budget and retirement planning One Pass Gym Membership Program Tuition Reimbursement Crewmember Assistance Program Pet Insurance Perks & Rewards for Restaurant Managers: Weekly Pay Competitive pay monthly bonus Paid Time Off & Sick time 8 paid Holidays a year Early closure for company events Casual Work Attire Perkspot Employee Discount Programs *Raising Cane's pays weekly, except in some states (e.g., California) where the company pays bi-weekly. Some locations may vary Job Description Your Role at Raising Cane’s: The Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader is an Assistant Restaurant Leader with Raising Cane’s that is also responsible for supporting new restaurant openings (NRO) by providing oversight of the training team and supporting their development. The Assistant Growth Restaurant Leader is also responsible for training the hourly restaurant managers and Assistant Restaurant Leaders while deployed. This role will be tasked with supporting the day-to-day operations of the restaurant before and after opening, and upholding Raising Cane’s standards and culture in all areas of restaurant operations. The Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader will lead NRO when needed. The physical work environment includes working in a fast-paced kitchen environment (which requires extended periods of physical exertion, such as walking, standing, lifting and bending) and interacting with customers. It also includes both inside and outside work in varied temperatures, working with and around food products, common allergens, industrial equipment, commercial cleaning products that require the use of personal protective equipment and physical activities necessary to complete the responsibilities of the job. Your Impact and Responsibilities: Leads the training team and oversees trainer development Leads the new restaurant setup and organization and ensures full and accurate completion Enforces Raising Cane’s policies and standards Executes shift management meeting Raising Cane’s operations and safety standards Performs restaurant performance standards observation walks and uses tools to document results and take corrective action when needed Supports in strategy planning and execution in all areas of operations Completes other duties as assigned Qualifications Requirements for Success: Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple priorities that may be constantly changing Self-driven, flexible, and highly energetic with strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills Able to work effectively and efficiently both independently and collaboratively Able to recognize problems, set goals, create plans and convert plans into action to solve problems Proficient in a variety of technology systems including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and ability to learn and adapt to new systems quickly Able to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends and travel as needed for work-related functions and training 3 years of restaurant or retail management experience Advanced knowledge of labor laws, staffing, scheduling, people and cost management New restaurant opening experience preferred Must be 18 years of age or older High school diploma or equivalent required, some college preferred Possess a valid driver’s license Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Terms of Use Privacy Policy Candidate Privacy Notice It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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