Glendale - Shift Supervisor

Philz Coffee; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Mental health support

Holiday pay

Vacation & Sick Time

Team member discounts

Free drinks

Philz swag

Job summary

Philz Coffee in Glendale, CA is seeking a Team Lead (Shift Supervisor) to supervise daily shift activities and support an energetic team. You’ll model exceptional service, craft great drinks, and uphold Philz Core Values.

The role emphasizes people leadership, scheduling, training new hires, and collaborating with Store Leaders to ensure smooth operations. Prior supervisory experience in fast-paced food/beverage helps, but a willingness to learn is key.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a fast-paced food and beverage environment is preferred.
• Don’t worry if you’ve never been a barista before—willingness to learn is key.
• Ability to supervise shifts, schedule coverage, and maintain service standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shift activities and motivate the team.
• Handcraft drinks with care and ensure top-quality service.
• Develop relationships with customers and the local community.
• Assess team performance and ensure coverage for shifts.
• Communicate performance to Store Leaders and other Supervisors.
• Assist in training new hires and support store operations.
• Lead safety programs and support administrative duties.

Skills

Team supervision

Customer service

Shift coordination

Training skills

Safety compliance

Tools

POS systems

Job description

At Philz, we’re doing something bigger than coffee - we’re building culture and community. We believe that warmth, authenticity, kindness, positivity and passion can Better People’s Days — one cup and one customer at a time. If this sounds like a place you’d embrace – keep reading!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Team Lead (Shift Supervisor), you'll better people’s days by supervising the daily activities of shifts and supporting a dynamic team of incredible people. Team Leads motivate and inspire our team members and set the bar for superior service and drink quality, all while contributing to a welcoming environment. With everything you do, you’ll embody our Philz Core Values: Obsess Over Customers & Team, In Pursuit of Better, and Be Kind & Keep it Real.

• Play to your team’s strengths by putting the right people in the right places at the right times.
• Be a role model by handcrafting each cup with care and skill alongside an awesome team of Baristas.
• Develop strong relationships with customers and the local community.
• Assess the performance of your team members, including service and drink quality.
• Hold team members accountable to their scheduled shifts, ensure that called out shifts are covered, and breaks/lunches are given.
• Communicate performance of team members to Store Leaders and other Shift Supervisors to ensure consistency.
• Support promotions and new hires through in-store training.
• Help your Store Leader in executing operations and administrative duties.
• Be a key leader in implementing and maintaining Philz safety programs.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

We make sure that every Philz is an inclusive, fun, creative and vibrant workplace; a spot where you can be yourself, dress the way you want and have flexibility in your schedule to live your best life. Most importantly, you’ll be part of an environment dedicated to bettering people’s days and building community. Previous supervisory experience in a fast-paced food and beverage environment is preferred. Don’t worry if you’ve never been a barista before - if you have a passion for people and a willingness to learn, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment
• Visual acuity to make general observations in regards to safety and accuracy of work
• Remain in a stationary position for a minimum of 3 hours
• Stand, walk, stoop, and kneel
• Lift up to 50 pounds intermittently, lift 3 pounds to shoulder height repetitively
• Grasp, finger, and reach
• Express or exchange information by means of the spoken word

A reasonable estimate of the starting base hourly rate for this role is $22.55 to $24.55. Team Members also participate in a tip pool and may earn an average of $5.00 additional per hour.

When you join our team, we better your days through our benefits and support programs – we offer our team members medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, optional family life insurance, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, mental health support, holiday pay, Vacation & Sick Time, Team Member discounts, freebie drinks and discounted beans, fun Philz swag, opportunities for growth and advancement, and more!

Philz maintains a policy regarding the employment of relatives and individuals with close personal relationships. Candidates with family members or close personal relationships currently employed by Philz may be subject to additional review to ensure there are no conflicts of interest, supervisory relationship concerns, or impacts on team performance and morale.