PepperJax Grill Topeka - Shift Lead

pepperjax; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food

Flexible scheduling

Advancement opportunities

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

PepperJax Grill in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking a Shift Manager to lead guest-focused service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include greeting customers, taking orders, grilling, assembling meals, and ensuring safe, accurate service. Base pay starts at $14–$15/hour, with tips bringing potential to $16–$19/hour; we offer flexible scheduling, full- and part-time roles, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Prior leadership and kitchen experience is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in local language.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Be punctual for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, take orders, grill food, assemble meals and process payments.
• Follow proper safety procedures when handling and preparing food.
• Show strong leadership and perform shift manager duties.
• Work with a team to ensure cohesive service.
• Manage multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Food handling

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Life's too short to not work somewhere awesome. PepperJax Grill is growing and looking for authentic, genuine people to grow with us. We've got a pretty good thing going with new restaurants, great benefits and even better people. We want you to join us full-time or part-time.

At PepperJax Grill, Shift Managers serve up high-quality, one-of-a-kind meals that start at the grill in an atmosphere where you and your friends feel right at-home. We want Shift Managers with an awesome attitude, genuine personality, and incredible work ethic to be a part of our growing brand. So, whether you are just starting out or looking for the next step in your career, why not join a team of genuine, easy-going people who love serving up great food in the neighborhoods we love?

AVAILABLE BENEFITS:

• Competitive Compensation - $14.00 to $15.00 hour (expected hourly rate of $16.00 to $19.00 with tips)
• Free food! (one entree per shift)
• Flexible Scheduling - PepperJax Grill knows you have a life. We do our best to arrange your schedule around it.
• Full and part-time opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement (most of our Managers have been promoted within)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (full-time employees)
• Holiday closures
• 401(k) with Employer Match (age 18 & older)
• Dependent Care Account

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior leadership and kitchen experience is preferred.
• Lift, carry, push and/or pull heavy objects up to 50 pounds
• Bend, twist, kneel, climb up and down, stoop, reach and grasp objects above or below waistline
• Excellent verbal and written communication and ability to communicate in primary language of location
• Fundament math skills
• Background check and motor vehicle check required
• Must have adequate transportation
• Show up to scheduled shifts on time
• Cleaning (dining room, kitchen area, front/behind counter, restrooms, entry and exit locations, etc.)
• Greet Customers, take orders, grill food, assemble meals and process payments efficiently and accurately
• Follow proper safety procedures when handling and/or preparing food
• Skilled with multitasking
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Show our Customers we care with quick, accurate and friendly service.
• Work together as a team, assisting other Team Members in completion of tasks and assignments to ensure cohesive service.
• Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform shift manager duties and exhibit strong leadership skills.
• Flexibility, humility and a willingness to learn.
• Exemplify PepperJax Grill's culture by demonstrating an awesome attitude, genuine personality, and incredible work ethic.
• Be proactive and take initiative.
• Comply with Company policies.