Shift Lead

Taco Bell Corp.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Medical, Dental and Vision (after 12mo

401k plan

Flexible Schedules

Discounted meals & free soda

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Taco Bell Bakersfield is seeking a Shift Manager to oversee shifts, ensure fast, friendly service and safe, quality food. You will support the Restaurant General Manager by running great shifts, solving problems, and guiding team members to meet standards.

You will lead a team in a fast-paced environment, uphold food safety, and ensure smooth operations while maintaining a positive work atmosphere and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ work experience in food or customer service with shift responsibility.
• Ability to manage orders, money processing and customer requests.
• Comfort leading a team on a fast-paced shift while upholding safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists customers by taking orders and handling payments.
• Resolves customer complaints quickly and with a smile.
• Trains and motivates team members to meet service standards.
• Prepares food and maintains product quality per company standards.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Communicates operational issues with management and supports scheduling.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Strong verbal skills

Strong reading skills

Strong math skills

Detail oriented

Team leadership

Patience and positivity

Decision making

Ownership and accountability

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Summary:

The Shift Manager is responsible for making sure team members complete all assigned duties and serve safe, quality food in a friendly manner. You will also ensure that the restaurant is a safe place for team members to work and customers to visit. You support the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) by running great work shifts and meeting Taco Bell standards. You take ownership and responsibility to solve problems, seek help when needed and are willing to help and guide others.

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation
• Medical, Dental and Vision (after 12 months if averaging at least 30 hours per week)
• 401k plan (after meeting eligibility requirements)
• Flexible Schedules
• Discounted meals & free soda
• Competitive pay
• Advancement opportunities

Essential Duties:

• Assists customers by taking orders, processing sales and monies, and responding to customer requests.
• Resolves customer complaints quickly and with a smile.
• Trains and motivates team members. Ensures speed of service standards are maintained throughout shift.
• Prepares food products and maintains quality of product to meet company standards.
• Monitor all service equipment.
• Ensures a clean and safe work environment including parking lot, building exterior, dumpster and sidewalks, and removal of trash within containers to proper dumpster site(s).
• Communicate openly and honestly with Restaurant Management about operational issues and concerns.
• Ensures food levels are maintained to meet business needs and stocks as needed.
• Builds team moral through recognition and motivation efforts.
• Prepares deposits, providing feedback on schedules, product projections, financials for store manager’s review/approval
• Ensures staff are complying with all policies, procedures, and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Friendly attitude, great customer service skills
• Strong verbal, reading and strong math skills.
• Detail orientated with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to lead a team of associates in a fast-paced environment while ensuring that all proper food safety precautions are satisfied.
• Demonstrate patience and a positive attitude while delegating tasks and giving instructions.
• Capable of making quick and appropriate decisions.
• Take ownership and responsibility to solve problems.

Education/Experience:

At least 6 months' work experience in a food or customer service position with responsibility for running a shift. High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

18 years old or older

Legal right to work in the United States.

Able to lift 10-40 pounds, reach with arms and hands, stand and walk for long periods.

Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Disclaimer:

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees.

At Taco Bell, we've had innovation on our mind since Glen Bell started serving tacos at the first location in 1962 in Downey, California. Since then, we've grown to be a culture-centric, lifestyle brand that provides craveable, affordable Mexican-inspired food with bold flavors. Not only do we provide breakthrough value, we offer quality ingredients and are the first QSR restaurant to offer American Vegetarian Association (AVA)-certified menu items.