Restaurant Hourly Manager – Athens, GA, Broad St (UGA)

Cook Out; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus potential

Work-life balance

Full benefits

401k with matching

Paid vacation

Free meals

Job summary

Cook Out in Athens, GA is seeking an Hourly Restaurant Manager to lead a fast-paced, high-volume operation and work hands-on with the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will recruit, train, and develop staff, oversee front-of-house and kitchen workflows, monitor costs, and uphold performance standards while enjoying competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of management experience, preferably in a restaurant.
• Strong communication and ability to lead a large team.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and develop a world-class restaurant team.
• Manage all aspects of a high-volume restaurant from front counter to grill.
• Meet and exceed standards for food, labor, and costs through smart planning.
• Ensure every visit is fast, friendly, and high-quality.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Job description

Hourly Restaurant Manager – Cook Out

Join one of the fastest-growing QSR companies in the business!

At Cook Out, we aren’t just flipping burgers; we’re building careers. We are experiencing record-breaking growth and are looking for high-energy, hardworking leaders to join our management team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love rewarding work, your next big move starts here.

Why Lead at Cook Out?

We are a performance-based company. That means where you go in your career is entirely up to you. We work hard, we have fun, and we reward excellence.

The Perks:

Competitive Pay: Based on experience

Bonus Potential: Additional performance based bonuses

Work-Life Balance: 4–5 day work weeks with flexible scheduling.

Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (available after 90 days).

Financial Security: 401k with up to 4% matching.

Time Off: Paid vacation + Thanksgiving and Christmas Day off.

The Goods: Free food while you work!

What You’ll Do

Our Hourly Managers are “hands on” leaders. You won’t just be watching from the sidelines—you’ll be working side-by-side with your team to deliver an amazing experience for every customer.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead & Develop: Coach, train, and recognize talent to build a world-class team.

Operations: Manage all aspects of a high-volume restaurant, from the front counter to the grill.

Performance: Meet and exceed standards for food, labor, and paper costs through smart planning.

Customer Service: Ensure every visit is fast, friendly, and high-quality.

What We’re Looking For

Experience: At least 1 year of management experience (Restaurant experience is a major plus!).

Communication: Ability to lead a large team and interact effectively with customers.

Speed: A “fast-paced” setting should be where you shine. You must be able to multitask under pressure.

Leadership: A proven track record of coaching and training successful employees.