Restaurant Hourly Manager – Norfolk, VA, Military Hwy

Cook Out is one of the fastest-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) companies known for not just flipping burgers but building rewarding careers. Established with a commitment to quality food and exceptional customer service, Cook Out emphasizes career growth and employee development within a dynamic and supportive environment. With its record-breaking expansion, the company offers a performance-based culture where career progression depends entirely on individual effort and dedication. Cook Out fosters a hardworking yet fun atmosphere that encourages excellence and rewards employees for their contributions.

Cook Out is currently seeking high-energy, hardworking leaders to join their management team as Hourly Managers. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences while developing and motivating teams. The Hourly Manager role at Cook Out is hands-on, meaning leaders work alongside their team members to ensure every customer interaction is positive and memorable. This position plays a crucial part in managing the daily operations of a high-volume restaurant, from frontline customer service to kitchen oversight.

As a Cook Out Hourly Manager, you will be responsible for coaching, training, and recognizing your team members to build a world-class team. Managing all facets of restaurant operations including food preparation, labor management, and inventory control will also be key aspects of the role. You will ensure the restaurant meets and exceeds standards in food quality, customer service, and operational efficiency while maintaining cost controls over food, labor, and paper expenses.

Beyond operational responsibilities, this role emphasizes leadership and team development. You will be creating a positive work culture by engaging with employees, providing ongoing training, and motivating your team to perform at their best. Effective communication skills are vital, as you will lead a diverse team and interact directly with customers to maintain a friendly, fast, and high-quality service experience.

Cook Out offers competitive pay based on experience, with additional performance-based bonuses, and high value benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available after 90 days. Employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling and 4 to 5 day work weeks. Financial security is bolstered by a 401k plan with up to 4 percent matching. Paid vacation time is provided, and the company offers holidays off on Thanksgiving and Christmas, plus free food during work shifts. This role presents an excellent career growth opportunity for individuals motivated to start or advance their management career in the restaurant industry within a supportive and rewarding company culture.

If you have at least one year of management experience, preferably in a restaurant setting, combined with strong leadership, communication, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment, Cook Out encourages you to apply and join their passionate family of team members committed to excellence and success.