Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Illinois

Food and Beverage Manager jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago, Rosemont, and Naperville, where hotel groups, casino resorts, and large restaurant corporations drive consistent demand for candidates who can manage high-volume operations, catering programs, and multi-outlet venues. Employers with a lasting presence in the state include Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Marriott International, and Aramark, all of which maintain significant Illinois operations and hire food and beverage managers across multiple seniority levels. The most in-demand specialties are banquet and event operations, upscale dining management, and food service contract management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerTarget
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring32
Work type50% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Food and Beverage Supervisor
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Food and Beverage Supervisor
Sky Dine
Moline, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$17 - $20/hr

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Hilton
Food & Beverage Supervisor - Embassy Suites Downtown Mag Mile
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Food & Beverage Supervisor - Embassy Suites Downtown Mag Mile
Hilton
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Food Service
Hospitality Management
$25 - $27/hr
10,000+

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Food and Beverage Manager
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Food and Beverage Manager
Hilton
Northbrook, Illinois
Business Operations
Customer Service & Support
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
10,000+

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The Sports Facilities Companies
Food & Beverage Team Member - Wintrust Sports Complex
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Food & Beverage Team Member - Wintrust Sports Complex
The Sports Facilities Companies
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
1,001-5,000

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Target
Food & Beverage Team Leader
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Food & Beverage Team Leader
Target
Orland Park, Illinois
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality Management
$24 - $40/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Food and Beverage Manager Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Glenview
3 jobs
Gurnee
2 jobs
Homewood
2 jobs
Rockford
2 jobs
Westmont
2 jobs
Schaumburg
2 jobs
Niles
1 job
Aurora
1 job

Food and Beverage Manager Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Target
    Target20
  • Hilton
    Hilton2
  • Onni
    Onni2
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell2
  • Marriott International
    Marriott International2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in food and beverage manager jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or a related field
  • Three or more years of supervisory experience in food and beverage operations
  • Illinois Food Service Manager Certification issued through an ANSI-accredited program
  • Demonstrated experience managing labor costs, food costs, and departmental budgets
  • Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and inventory management software
  • Strong knowledge of alcohol service laws and Illinois Liquor Control Commission compliance

Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a food and beverage manager in Illinois?

Most Illinois food and beverage manager roles require a combination of a hospitality or culinary degree and progressive supervisory experience, typically starting as a shift supervisor, assistant manager, or lead server. Illinois does not issue a state manager license for the role itself, but employers widely require a Food Service Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited provider, which is recognized across Illinois. Completing that certification alongside hands-on experience in banquet, catering, or multi-outlet environments is the most reliable path.

Which companies hire food and beverage managers in Illinois?

Illinois food and beverage manager roles are posted by Target, Hilton, and Onni and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Chicago's dense concentration of full-service hotels, convention facilities, and corporate dining accounts makes Illinois one of the more active hiring markets in the Midwest for this role.

Which Illinois cities have the most food and beverage manager jobs?

Chicago, Glenview, and Gurnee have the most food and beverage manager openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its hotel corridor, convention center complex, and restaurant industry scale, while Rosemont draws openings from casino resorts and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, and Naperville attracts postings from corporate campus dining and suburban hotel clusters along the I-88 corridor.

Are there remote food and beverage manager jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Food and beverage manager work is hands-on by nature, requiring direct oversight of staff, kitchens, and guests, so fully remote postings are uncommon. About 50% of food and beverage manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings tend to involve regional oversight, vendor management, or corporate menu development rather than daily floor operations.

How can I get hired as a food and beverage manager in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a supervisor or lead role from a front-of-house or banquet position, then building toward an assistant manager title. Large Illinois hospitality employers including Hyatt and Aramark run structured management development programs that accept candidates with limited formal experience but strong service backgrounds. Earning an ANSI-accredited Food Service Manager Certification through an Illinois-recognized provider gives candidates a concrete credential, and lateral moves from catering coordinator or restaurant floor supervisor roles are common bridges into full management.

Where can I find and apply to food and beverage manager jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to food and beverage manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search for roles by city or employer, find the positions that fit your background, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience.

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