Restaurant Shift Leader Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs by CTRG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Firehouse Subs by CTRG in Houston is hiring a Shift Leader to guide the team through high-energy shifts, support operations, and ensure every guest leaves happy.

You’ll grow your leadership skills in a fast-paced, people-first environment with a team that’s got your back, while delivering great service and upholding Firehouse standards.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in food service or retail
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Open availability for shifts (10:30 AM – 9:00 PM) and full-time hours (30–40 hrs/week)
• Able to stand for up to 13 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
• Professional appearance and attitude

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during assigned shifts, ensuring top-tier service and food quality
• Coach, train, and motivate Crew Members to uphold Firehouse Subs standards
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (health, labor, safety, etc.)
• Support General Manager with scheduling, inventory, and shift execution
• Ensure restaurant cleanliness, safety, and efficiency at all times
• Help manage food/labor costs and drive sales growth
• Communicate effectively with team and management
• Represent Firehouse Subs with professionalism and positivity

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Availability

Physical stamina

Job description

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Lead with Heart. Serve with Purpose.

At Firehouse Subs, we're not just serving subs - we're serving communities. As a Shift Leader, you'll guide the team through high-energy shifts, support operations, and ensure every guest leaves happy. This is your opportunity to grow your leadership skills in a fast-paced, people-first environment with a team that’s got your back.

What You'll Do

Lead the team during assigned shifts, ensuring top-tier service and food quality

Coach, train, and motivate Crew Members to uphold Firehouse Subs standards

Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (health, labor, safety, etc.)

Support General Manager with operational tasks, scheduling, inventory, and shift execution

Ensure restaurant cleanliness, safety, and efficiency at all times

Help manage food/labor costs and drive sales growth

Communicate effectively with team and management

Represent Firehouse Subs with professionalism and positivity

What We're Looking For

Previous leadership or supervisory experience in food service or retail

Strong communication and organizational skills

Positive, professional appearance and attitude

Open availability (10:30 AM - 9:00 PM); full-time hours (30-40 hrs/week)

Ability to be on your feet for up to 13 hours and lift up to 50 lbs

Strong work ethic and a "lead by example" mentality

Perks & Benefits

Tips + Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules

Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match + Profit Sharing

Supportive, team-focused work environment

Referral Bonuses

Why Join Firehouse Subs

We're part of a growing team with 20+ locations under one leadership group, and we're committed to building careers - not just jobs. If you're dependable, energetic, and love working with people, you'll thrive in our culture of teamwork, respect, and service.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise restaurant, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise restaurant. All inquiries about employment at this franchise restaurant should be made directly to the restaurant, and not to Firehouse Subs Corporate.