Shift Leader (52130)
$37,440–$41,600 year
On-siteNorman, Oklahoma, United States
Job Summary
Run the kitchen and front of house as one integrated unit, overseeing daily prep lists, food safety checks, and station cleanliness. Read rushes proactively to lead the team, manage POS operations including comps and deposits, and handle guest concerns with skill. Lead by doing on every station, coach in the moment to de-escalate conflicts, and back up management on inventory. Maintain safety standards with cut gloves and clear walkways while embracing feedback. Requires 2+ years of shift leadership experience, Food Handler and Alcoholic Beverage certifications, and availability for nights, weekends, and holidays. Velvet Taco offers a chef-driven, multicultural fast-casual concept where the Tribe is central to the experience.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- 2+ years of experience as a Shift Leader/Supervisor in a restaurant environment
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays depending on restaurant needs
- Regularly exposed to heat and/or humid conditions
- Lunch and dinner rushes require constant multitasking in a fluctuating, fast-paced environment
- Allergen exposure to wheat, nuts, gluten, soy, and milk products on a regular basis
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Occasional kneeling to reach low storage and refrigeration
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis
- Ability to handle stressful situations with compassion, composure, and professionalism
- Possesses a Food Handler's Certification and is comfortable working around food
- Possesses an Alcoholic Beverage Service Certification and complies with all regulations
- Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision required
- Dexterity to handle tongs, pots/pans, and other kitchen equipment
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