Assistant Manager

Hooters, Inc.; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee discount

Referral program

Tenure awards

Promotional opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Hooters, Inc. in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking an Assistant Manager who will lead the team, support daily operations, and ensure every guest leaves happy.

If you thrive in fast-paced dining, value teamwork, and have a passion for people and service, this role offers paid training, growth opportunities, and strong benefits to fuel your success. You’ll handle scheduling, payroll, inventory, and guest satisfaction while promoting the brand and hitting targets with the General Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of casual dining management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with scheduling, payroll, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the team to keep operations smooth and guests happy.
• Managing day-to-day tasks like scheduling, payroll, and inventory.
• Leading by example and keeping the team motivated and focused.
• Promoting the brand, boosting sales, and ensuring guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Payroll

Inventory

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

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.