Restaurant Hourly Manager – Cornelius, NC

Cook Out; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus potential

Work-life balance: 4-5 day weeks

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

401k with matching

Paid vacation and holidays off

Free food while you work

Job summary

Cook Out is seeking an Hourly Restaurant Manager to join a rapidly growing QSR brand. You will lead a high-energy team, manage operations from the counter to the grill, and drive performance in food, labor, and costs while delivering fast, friendly service.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a busy setting. Enjoy a rewards-focused environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of management experience (restaurant experience a plus).
• Proven ability to lead a large team and interact with customers.
• Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a world-class team through coaching and training.
• Manage all high-volume restaurant operations from front counter to grill.
• Meet and exceed standards for food, labor, and costs through smart planning.
• Ensure fast, friendly, high-quality customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

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.

Ready to start your career?

If you have the drive and the hustle, we have the opportunity.