Barracuda Baton Rouge Shift Lead

Barracuda Taco Stand; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/SICK pay

Mental wellness program

Medical/Dental/Vision after 60 days

Staff discounts

Job summary

Barracuda Taco Stand in Baton Rouge is seeking a Shift Lead to guide daily operations, uphold Barracuda’s standards of service, product quality, and cleanliness, and mentor teammates in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll learn all stations from kitchen to front-of-house, train others, manage open availability, and advance toward leadership roles as you demonstrate strong judgment and teamwork. This is a hands-on role with competitive hourly pay plus tips, plus benefits after probation.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in fast-paced restaurant settings.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to uphold Barracuda's service standards.
• Train and support team members across shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Assist with scheduling and open availability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

Barracuda Taco Stand is currently seeking applicants interested leadership roles! Are you a natural leader with a positive attitude, willing to learn both kitchen and front-facing roles, take direction, and enjoy teaching others?

WHO WE ARE //

Barracuda is a neighborhood taco stand & margarita garden, offering outdoor dining and takeout, serving high quality tacos on fresh tortillas. We believe that great food and drinks should be prepared simply - at an accessible price point - and foster fun and memorable experiences for a diverse community of people.

We are a busy, high volume restaurant, hiring team members looking to grow!

THE JOB //

As a member of the team you provide our customers an exceptional, consistent experience by implementing Barracuda's standards of service, product quality, and cleanliness. We all work to create an environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. As a Shift Lead, you lead by example and support every team member in upholding our standard of service and providing an exceptional guest experience, every time.

Key Components:

Training:

The position is designed to offer training and development opportunities. We're committed to preparing you for leadership by honing your skills in day-to-day management of customer experience, team management, and collaboration & execution of high-level strategic initiatives.

Learning All Stations:

While you'll be trained on what the Shift Lead position looks like in your first 2-4 weeks, you'll be exposed to all aspects of our operations, from the kitchen to front-facing roles, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of our business. This learning process typically takes approximately 90-180 days, and depends entirely on the candidate's performance.

Open Availability and Timeliness:

Dedication and flexibility are crucial in this role. Your commitment to open availability will contribute to the success of our team and your personal development.

Assessment and Progression:

Your performance will be consistently assessed as you learn our operations. This ongoing evaluation ensures that you are well-prepared and ready for advancement to the next level before formally placing you on our leadership team. In the event that your performance does not meet the standard for leadership progression, please know that we still consider you a valuable candidate. Should you wish to remain as a part of our team, you are more than welcome to continue contributing to our shared success.

Requirements //

• Open Availability: Weekends and evenings required
• Kitchen experience preferred (ex: prep, production, line)
• Natural problem-solver: whether it's a faulty fryer or a misunderstanding between teammates, you jump in and find a solution that works (and probably have a back-up solution or two, just in case...)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building
• Personable and enjoys working with a diverse team and customers
• Detail-oriented and proactive with an ability to prioritize and deliver results on delegated responsibilities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Able to maintain composure and personality in a high-pressure environment, while using good judgment and strong decision-making skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (not required, but always a plus!)
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (6 or more hours per shift)
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
• Personal interest and enthusiasm for food and hospitality a plus

THE OFFER //

By joining Barracuda, you’re becoming a member of a team that values respect, fairness, and balance. In addition to a dynamic professional environment, Barracuda offers a competitive hourly rate + tips shared equally among the team, PTO/SICK pay, access to free mental wellness program upon hire, access to Medical/Dental/Vision after 60 days of employment, and 50% staff discounts all the time.