Hourly Manager

Social Cantina- Indianapolis, IN; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Hands-on leadership experience

Growth opportunities into management

Job summary

Social Cantina- Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Hourly Manager to lead shifts, train staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will coach the team, uphold safety standards, and coordinate front-and-back-of-house operations to keep service smooth and guests satisfied.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving in a fast-paced hospitality environment, with opportunities for growth into additional management roles within FHG.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred.
• Leadership or shift-lead experience is a plus.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and keep the team focused, motivated, and working together.
• Train new team members on standards, expectations, and procedures.
• Coach team members in real time and provide feedback.
• Lead by example and assist wherever needed.
• Create a positive, inclusive, high-energy work environment.
• Communicate team concerns, performance issues, and wins to management.
• Create memorable guest experiences through great service and hospitality.
• Check in with guests and address questions or concerns quickly.
• Support busy periods to keep service moving smoothly.
• Maintain clean, welcoming guest areas and know the menu for recommendations.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Ensure policies are followed and a safe work environment is maintained.
• Open/close the restaurant, coordinate front and back of house, and manage shift flow.
• Coordinate food orders, timing, and presentation; assist in the kitchen when needed.
• Monitor shift progress and adjust assignments; assist with inventory and receiving deliveries.
• Reduce waste and protect company products and resources; complete shift paperwork.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Flexible schedule

Alcohol service certification

ServSafe certification

Physical stamina

Willingness to learn

Job description

Ready to take the next step in hospitality leadership? As an Hourly Manager, you'll help keep shifts running smoothly, support your team, and make sure every guest has a great experience.

This is a hands-on leadership role- you'll be right alongside the team, helping wherever needed while setting the standard for great service, teamwork, and execution.

For team members looking to grow with FHG, this role is also a great opportunity to build your leadership skills and prepare for future management opportunities.

What You'll Be Rockin' Every Day

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead shifts and help keep the team focused, motivated, and working together
• Help train new team members on our standards, expectations, and procedures
• Coach team members in real time and provide helpful, respectful feedback
• Lead by example and step in wherever the team needs support
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and high-energy work environment
• Communicate team concerns, performance issues, and wins to management

Guest Experience

• Help create memorable guest experiences through great service and hospitality
• Check in with guests and quickly address questions or concerns
• Support the team during busy periods to keep service moving smoothly
• Maintain clean, welcoming, and organized guest areas
• Know the menu and help guests with recommendations when needed

Safety & Compliance

• Follow and reinforce food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service standards
• Help ensure team members are following company policies and procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment throughout the shift
• Identify and report equipment, maintenance, or safety concerns to management

Shift Operations

• Help open and/or close the restaurant according to established procedures
• Support smooth communication between the front and back of house
• Help coordinate food orders, timing, and presentation so everything comes out right - everyone helps in the kitchen when needed
• Monitor the flow of the shift and adjust team assignments as needed
• Assist with inventory counts, stocking, and receiving deliveries as assigned
• Help reduce waste and protect company products, equipment, and resources
• Complete assigned shift paperwork, checklists, and other operational responsibilities

Requirements (A.K.A. The Basics)

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred
• Previous leadership or shift-lead experience is a plus
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Certified in responsible alcohol service and hold any required state-specific licenses, if applicable
• ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain required certification
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of restaurant operations, including standing for extended periods and assisting throughout the restaurant
• Willingness to learn, grow, and take on additional leadership responsibilities

What's in It for You?

• Hourly pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available
• A fun, fast-paced, people-first work environment
• Hands-on leadership experience
• Opportunities to develop your skills and grow into additional management roles within FHG

If you've got the hustle, the heart, and a passion for hospitality, we'd love to see what you bring to the table. Bring the energy, lead by example, and help us create an experience our guests—and our teams—want to come back to.