Careers and Job Opportunities at Steak 'n Shake
Steak 'n Shake was founded in February, 1934 in Normal, Illinois. Gus Belt, Steak 'n Shake's founder, pioneered the concept of premium burgers and milk shakes.

For over 75 years, the company's name has been symbolic of its heritage. The word "steak" stood for STEAKBURGER. The term "shake" stood for hand-dipped MILK SHAKES. Gus was determined to serve his customers the finest burgers and shakes in the business. To prove his point that his burgers were exceptionally prime, he would wheel in a barrel of steaks (including round, sirloin, and T-bones) and grind the meat into burgers right in front of the guests. Hence arose the origin of our famous slogan, "In Sight It Must Be Right."

After 75 years, we are continuing Steak 'n Shake's tradition of serving the country's best, freshest, and tastiest burgers and shakes.

Over and over again we hear that our people stay with us because they enjoy the people they work with. At Steak n Shake, you get to have an impact on peoples' lives by making their work environment fun and exciting.

We work together as a team to support our Vision and Mission and get results. We know recognition is important for a job well done! We provide recognition through our "Executional Excellence" Pin program, loyalty programs, banquet dinners, accomplishment plaques and much more. Our highly regarded "Chairman's Club" recognizes top performers who have distinguished themselves apart from others based on key guest and operational measures. The members are well respected by their peers and given special recognition at events and meetings throughout the year.

In the front of the house, we take care of our customers. In the back of the house, we take care of each other. Our employee funded and employee managed Associate Emergency Foundation has provided over a quarter of a million dollars in financial assistance to current employees since its beginning.

The point is, Steak 'n Shake values people and wants to make their work environment enjoyable. Our fast paced work environment attracts candidates that long for more than just a desk job. They want a career where they can interact with people every day and be part of a winning team.