Assistant Manager

Hooters, Inc.; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Disability insurance

Employee discount

Referral program

Tenure awards

Promotional opportunities

Job summary

Hooters, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced dining environment. You’ll lead and support your team, keep operations smooth, and ensure every guest leaves happy.

You’ll partner with the General Manager to hit goals, manage scheduling, payroll, and inventory, promote the brand, boost sales, and ensure every guest leaves smiling. If you’re energetic and people-focused, this is your next big move in a supportive, fun team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of casual dining management experience.
• Strong leadership skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Working knowledge of scheduling, inventory, training, and all aspects of restaurant management.
• Great communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A team-first mindset and a love for fast-paced environments.
• Must be willing to have fun at work—seriously!

Responsibilities

• Supporting and leading the team to keep operations smooth and guests happy.
• Helping manage day-to-day business tasks like scheduling, payroll, and inventory.
• Leading by example and keeping the team motivated, upbeat, and focused.
• Keeping the energy high and the service top-notch.
• Promoting the brand, boosting sales, and making sure every guest leaves smiling.
• Partnering with the General Manager to hit goals and grow the business.

Skills

Casual dining management

Leadership

Scheduling

Inventory management

Training

Communication

Problem-solving

Team player

Job description

Benefits Include:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and vacation
• Short-term, long-term disability
• Employee discount on food and merchandise
• Referral program with bonus opportunities
• Tenure awards and recognition
• Promotional opportunities and career growth

Requirements

Ready to lead the fun?

If you’re all about great service, team spirit, and leading with energy, Hooters might be your perfect fit! As an Assistant Manager, you’ll be right in the middle of the action—supporting your team, keeping operations smooth, and making sure every guest leaves happy. If you’ve got a passion for people, food, and fast-paced fun, this could be your next big move.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting and leading the team to keep operations smooth and guests happy.
• Helping manage day-to-day business tasks like scheduling, payroll, and inventory.

Leading by example and keeping the team motivated, upbeat, and focused.

• Keeping the energy high and the service top-notch.
• Promoting the brand, boosting sales, and making sure every guest leaves smiling.
• Partnering with the General Manager to hit goals and grow the business.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years of casual dining management experience.
• Strong leadership skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Working knowledge of scheduling, inventory, training, and all aspects of restaurant management.
• Great communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A team-first mindset and a love for fast-paced environments.
• Must be willing to have fun at work—seriously!

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Paid training to set you up for success.
• Great benefits and competitive compensation.
• A fun, supportive team that feels like family.
• Work/life balance
• Opportunities to grow and get involved in community events.