How to hire a night manager

How to hire a night manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step night manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a night manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new night manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a night manager, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a night manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a night manager that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of night managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Night Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Night Manager	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$13-28
   Manager On Duty	A manager on duty's role is to oversee operations in a store or a particular department, ensuring efficient workflow and workforce performance. They mainly evaluate and delegate tasks among employees, arrange schedules, set goals and budget, handle issues and concerns, and impose disciplinary actions... Show more	$12-25
   Part-Time Key Manager	A part-time key manager is a senior manager employed to work part-time. Key managers are hired for their expertise and experience for business development and growth to increase revenues, production, and profits... Show more	$22-54

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Cash Handling
   • Customer Service
   • Safety Procedures
   • Front Desk
   • Payroll
   • Food Preparation
   • Night Audit
   • Customer Complaints
   • Loss Prevention
   • Inventory Control
   • Guest Service
   • Cash Control
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Bank Deposits

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   Responsibilities:

   • Master point of sale (POS) computer system for placing orders quickly and accurately.
   • Count the drawer, greet and seat guests, check orders on POS system, provide customer service.
   • Assist in all aspects of the business - leadership, inventory control, merchandising, cleanliness and vendor relations.
   • Operate power jacks and Hi/low lifts to stack and move pallets in the back room area of the store.
   • Demonstrate proficiency in leadership and adaptation to various working conditions and emergency situations.
   • Perform customer service at front desk, telephone operator, reservations agent and transportation coordinator tasks.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your night manager job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A night manager salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, night managers' average salary in mississippi is 63% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level night managers earn 51% less than senior-level night managers.
   • Certifications. A night manager with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a night manager's salary.

   Average night manager salary

   $41,998yearly

   $20.19 hourly rate

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   Entry-level night manager salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 21, 2026

   Average night manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Jersey	$62,586	$30
   2	California	$55,417	$27
   3	District of Columbia	$54,872	$26
   4	Virginia	$52,591	$25
   5	Massachusetts	$51,963	$25
   6	Maryland	$49,965	$24
   7	New York	$49,379	$24
   8	Illinois	$47,643	$23
   9	Colorado	$44,797	$22
   10	Michigan	$43,600	$21
   11	Texas	$43,139	$21
   12	Tennessee	$42,516	$20
   13	Georgia	$42,405	$20
   14	Ohio	$41,419	$20
   15	Kansas	$40,540	$19
   16	North Carolina	$38,079	$18
   17	Arizona	$37,908	$18
   18	Missouri	$37,519	$18
   19	Florida	$34,818	$17
   20	South Carolina	$33,959	$16

   Average night manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center	$56,974	$27.39
   2	Lawrence General Hospital	$55,230	$26.55
   3	Mohawk Valley Health System	$53,028	$25.49
   4	Cornell University	$51,240	$24.63	3
   5	PepsiCo	$50,545	$24.30	12
   6	The University of Vermont Health Network	$49,347	$23.72
   7	US Foods	$48,629	$23.38	71
   8	Taco John's	$47,244	$22.71	79
   9	Jennie-O	$45,304	$21.78
   10	Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32	$43,796	$21.06
   11	HealthTrust	$43,359	$20.85
   12	Kettering Health Network	$43,032	$20.69	1
   13	Baylor Scott & White Health	$42,977	$20.66	17
   14	LifePoint Health	$42,727	$20.54	5
   15	Lighthouse	$42,718	$20.54
   16	Stamford Memorial Hospital Foundation	$42,652	$20.51	1
   17	Goodwin Recruiting	$42,285	$20.33	3
   18	Fairmont Schools	$42,123	$20.25	6
   19	Green Mountain Coffee Roasters	$41,830	$20.11
   20	Hilton Grand Vacations	$41,599	$20.00	18

4. Writing a night manager job description

   A job description for a night manager role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a night manager job description:

   Night manager job description example

   Job DescriptionThe Night/Assistant Manager will assist the Project Manager to oversee all contracted services for a high-profile Fortune 500 Company and will be expected to deliver an exceptional customer experience. This position will be responsible to lead people, processes and programs to drive operational excellence in a complex work environment up to or over 1 million square feet in size. The Assistant Manager will be required to work shifts that could include evenings and weekends. We are looking for someone who adapts quickly to change and can provide win-win solutions for both the client and ABM. A critical thinker who uses good judgement to solve problems and one who can effectively communicate with the client and their team.
   
   Assign tasks to workers based on job requirements as specified by the contract or special assignments requested by the customer.
   
   Ensure company standards are met in compliance with janitorial operations and servicing contractual obligations to customers within specified budget of labor and expense.
   
   Train new staff and oversee on-going training of existing employees in proper cleaning methods and use of equipment, safety practices, and regulations.
   Perform daily quality control inspections. Process weekly payroll and ensure payroll is submitted in accordance with State Wage and Hour laws. Complete and submit employee change forms to Human Resources as needed. Assists in safety programs follow-through by Branch Safety Coordinators to ensure compliance with all safety policies. Be aware of the fundamentals of good personnel management. Ensure building is in compliance with all State and Federal guidelines as well as ABM policies. Understand and use proper personnel management skills to resolve problems with personnel. Determines materials, supplies, and equipment needs. Perform other duties as assigned. Job duties may be modified at any time. Minimum Requirements: Previous Management or Supervisory experience Strong MS Office skills required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Training in the specified industry or building management desired. High School graduate or equivalent. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs., navigate around tight spaces, walk or stand for a period of 8-10 hours per day in an environment with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variations ABM IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (MINORITY FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABILITY)
   
   About ABM Ind.:
   
   For thousands of clients across the U.S. and in more than 20 international locations, ABM is a source of reliable people and services that improve the spaces and places that matter most.Our team of more than 100,000 skilled and hardworking people takes care of clients across Aviation, Banking, Life Sciences, Commercial Office Buildings and Real Estate, Education, Food and Beverage, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Nuclear Power, Parking, Retail, Sports, Technology, Warehousing, and more.We provide a wide variety of services in each industry we serve, from airport shuttle service and wheelchair assistance to food and nutrition to mission-critical solutions in hospitals. In every case, ABM makes every day run smoothly by going the extra mile to deliver the best quality with the highest levels of integrity.We show our respect for every person, every day. Every ABM team member gains clear career growth programs and support. We promise safe working conditions. And together, we live out our six core values.

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5. Post your job

   To find night managers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any night managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level night managers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your night manager job on Zippia to find and recruit night manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit night managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new night manager

   Once you've found the night manager candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new night manager. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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