Restaurant Hourly Manager – Hickory, NC, Hwy 70

Cook Out; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus potential

Work-life balance

Full benefits

401k with matching

Paid time off

Free food while you work

Job summary

Cook Out is seeking an Hourly Restaurant Manager in Hickory, NC to lead a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen and dining room. You’ll coach and develop a team, oversee front counter to grill operations, and drive performance in food costs, labor, and guest experience.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of management experience, excellent communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure. This role offers competitive pay, benefits after probation, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of management experience, restaurant experience is a major plus.
• Ability to lead a large team and interact effectively with customers.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
• Proven leadership in coaching and training employees.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Management experience

Team leadership

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

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.