Avondale - Shift Lead

Angry Chickz; Avondale, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Angry Chickz in Avondale is seeking a Shift Lead to guide the team, ensure smooth operations, and maintain service standards.

You will supervise breaks, open/close shifts, handle light food prep, train new staff, and address guest feedback while upholding safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a fast-paced service environment.
• Strong communication and guest-relations skills.
• Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift walkthroughs and manage opening/closing tasks.
• Engage with guests to uphold service standards.
• Perform food prep or service duties when needed.
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness and safety compliance.
• Handle shift banking and administrative tasks.
• Monitor recipes, portions, and health regulations.
• Supervise breaks and schedule adherence.
• Train new team members and set performance standards.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally.

Skills

Leadership experience

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Under pressure

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Angry Chickz - Avondale, 10285 W. McDowell Rd., Avondale, Arizona, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, September 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Your Role:

As the Shift Lead at Angry Chickz, you're more than just an overseer; you're a guide, a mentor, and the anchor of the team. You'll ensure that operations run smoothly, customers are satisfied, and the team feels supported.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Conducts shift walk-through and completes all tasks required to open, transition, and close the restaurant
• Engages with all guests to ensure our service and enjoyment standards are delivered.
• Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary.
• Ensure cleanliness standards are maintained throughout the restaurant
• Completes shift administration and banking tasks
• Monitor food preparation methods, recipes, and portion sizes.
• Monitor compliance with all health department regulations regarding restaurant cleanliness, food preparation and temperature control.
• Ensures team members follow break and meal period schedules as mandated
• Address and resolve customer concerns or feedback in a professional and constructive manner.
  
• Train and guide new team members, setting the standard for what's expected.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably in the food and service industry.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Commitment to upholding company standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Work Attire: Wear Angry Chickz uniform as well as non-slip shoes required by safety department.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent is required

Language Ability: Able to speak clearly and comprehend directions in English. Able to read English. Ability to read/speak Spanish is extremely helpful but not mandatory.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of the job the shift lead is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and bend and twist at the waist
• Occasionally required to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Use of hands to grasp tools such as a knife, spatula, ladle, and other utensils to prepare food
• Repetitive hand use
• Reaching for items below waist level (retrieving food items from walk-in cooler or drawers), between waist and shoulder level (washing dishes, placing plates on shelf), and above shoulder (retrieving plates or containers from shelves)
• Exposure to extreme cold (walk-in cooler), extreme heat (stove, oven), moisture (water, steam, dishwasher), and dust, fumes, or chemicals (cleaning solutions)

Angry Chickz - Avondale, 10285 W. McDowell Rd., Avondale, Arizona, United States of America