Restaurant Supervisor

Starbird; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbird Chicken in Seattle, WA is seeking a full-time Restaurant Supervisor to lead during busy service and uphold Starbird's standards of hospitality and food quality.

You'll supervise floor operations, coach team members, and ensure smooth opening/closing, cash handling, and safety compliance, while delivering warm, memorable guest experiences and maintaining restaurant cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• 1+ years of experience in restaurant, hospitality, retail, or food service.
• Experience with opening and closing procedures.
• Ability to lead staff and supervise teams as well as coach and develop team members.
• Ability to obtain Food Handler Certification within 30 days.
• Ability to stand or walk for 6-8 hours, lift 30 lbs, and work safely in a kitchen.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety standards, and guest service standards.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and resolve conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during service, setting the tone for hospitality.
• Monitor cleanliness, address guest concerns, support FOH during busy periods.
• Coach team members in real time and reinforce Starbird values.
• Manage deployment, workflow, and operational routines; ensure food quality and safety.
• Open or close the restaurant as assigned and handle cash and security protocols.
• Partner with management to drive operational consistency.

Skills

Staff leadership

Team supervision

Coaching

Communication

Conflict resolution

Guest service

Job description

Step into leadership with Starbird Chicken as our next full-time Restaurant Supervisor in Seattle, WA. With a pay range of $22.30 to $24.00 per hour, plus tips, and the chance to accelerate your hospitality career, you'll join a food service team that's redefining fast casual dining.

Your schedule as Restaurant Supervisor will vary, with shifts scheduled within Starbird's business hours. Flexibility is key! Morning, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts will be part of your rotation.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR FAMILY-ORIENTED BUSINESS?

Starbird Chicken was founded with the goal of redefining the fast food experience. Backed by talented chefs with an innovative culinary vision, our restaurant has been serving hand-breaded, antibiotic-free, made-to-order chicken since 2016. Our dedication to our staff is just as strong as it is to our customers, and we empower every team member to try new things, reach higher heights, and grow within their personal and professional lives. If you're looking to join a people-first organization where you can pursue a fulfilling career path alongside a supportive team, you can find all that and more at Starbird!

DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS?

• At least 18 years old
• 1+ years of experience in restaurant, hospitality, retail, or food service
• Experience with opening and closing procedures
• Ability to lead staff and supervise teams as well as coach and develop team members
• Ability to obtain Food Handler Certification within 30 days
• Ability to stand or walk for 6-8 hours, lift 30 lbs, and work safely in a kitchen
• Knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety standards, and guest service standards
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and resolve conflicts

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS A RESTAURANT SUPERVISOR?

As a Restaurant Supervisor, you will step into the restaurant as a visible leader, guiding your team through the fast-paced rhythm of service. You will set the tone for hospitality, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm and memorable experience. As you move through the dining room, you will monitor cleanliness, address guest concerns, and support the front-of-house during busy periods. You will coach team members in real time, helping them grow and reinforcing Starbird's values. Throughout your shift, you will manage deployment, workflow, and operational routines, all while keeping a close eye on food quality, safety, and compliance. You will open or close the restaurant as assigned, handle cash and security protocols, and partner with management to drive operational consistency.