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What is an hourly manager and how to become one
An hourly manager oversees the daily operations of a business, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and efficiently. This type of manager supervises employees, schedules shifts, manages inventory, and promotes customer satisfaction. They may also hire and train staff members. Hourly managers work in industries such as retail, food service, and hospitality. They use multitasking and problem-solving abilities to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously. An hourly manager ensures smooth operations for a business.
Avg. Salary $36,449
Avg. Salary $59,228
Growth rate 10%
Growth rate 0.3%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.66%
Asian 7.08%
Black or African American 11.88%
Hispanic or Latino 14.00%
Unknown 5.26%
White 61.13%
Genderfemale 58.79%
male 41.21%
Age - 38American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%
Asian 7.00%
Black or African American 14.00%
Hispanic or Latino 19.00%
White 57.00%
Genderfemale 47.00%
male 53.00%
Age - 38Stress level is very high
7.1 - high
Complexity level is intermediate
7 - challenging
Work life balance is fair
6.4 - fair
What are the pros and cons of being an hourly manager?
Pros
Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement within the company
Flexible scheduling options
Potential for bonuses or incentives
Ability to provide feedback and make decisions that affect the store's success
Cons
Long and unpredictable work hours
Lack of control over certain aspects of the job, such as inventory or pricing decisions
Potential for burnout due to high workload and expectations
Difficulty balancing work and personal life, especially during peak seasons
Responsibility for handling employee complaints or disciplinary actions
Hourly manager career paths
Key steps to become an hourly manager
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Start to develop specific hourly manager skills
Skills Percentages Cleanliness 19.77% Food Safety 19.76% Management 7.89% Guest Service 7.75% Quality Service 5.76% Complete relevant hourly manager training and internships
Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New hourly managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an hourly manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real hourly manager resumes.Research hourly manager duties and responsibilities
- Promote and manage restaurant organization, cleanliness and sanitation.
- Assist employees with POS and the execution of product promotion.
- Assist with re-marketing of the club through Facebook, club website, and promotional events.
- Submit receipts and money receive from deliveries at the end of each shift through a POS system.
Apply for hourly manager jobs
Now it's time to start searching for an hourly manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:
- Browse job boards for relevant postings
- Consult your professional network
- Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
- Watch out for job scams
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Average hourly manager salary
The average hourly manager salary in the United States is $36,449 per year or $18 per hour. Hourly manager salaries range between $25,000 and $51,000 per year.
What am I worth?
How do hourly managers rate their job?
Hourly manager reviews
Sometimes, free food but sometimes cooks are not that good so I'd rather paid for better food
Everything else, of course! What's to be liked when you work shifts, nights, always on holidays and go to the gym at 1am?
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Updated January 8, 2025
