Shift Lead (11-13 per hour, plus tips)

Savory Selections; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

A positive, supportive work env.

Opportunities for growth and dev.

Job summary

Savage Pizza in Norcross is seeking a Shift Lead to oversee daily restaurant operations, lead and support team members, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. This role maintains service, food quality, cleanliness, and operational standards while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.

The Shift Lead serves as a key leader during shifts and may act as Manager on Duty when assigned. Prior supervisory experience in hospitality is ideal.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of supervisory or management experience in restaurants, hospitality, or retail with financial responsibilities.
• ServSafe Certification highly preferred.
• A passion for creating a great work environment and coaching a winning team.
• Guest-first mindset with a genuine desire to make customers' day—one slice at a time.
• Strong sense of ownership, integrity and accountability.
• High personal standards and ability to motivate a team to meet them.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (for occasional deposits).
• Desire to grow with the company and contribute to the Norcross community.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage shifts to ensure smooth daily operations
• Direct and position team members for success throughout each shift
• Deliver outstanding guest experiences and maintain a guest-focused culture
• Ensure all company policies, procedures, and standards are followed
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment
• Maintain a clean, organized restaurant through a “clean as you go” mentality
• Complete all opening and closing administrative duties when serving as Manager on Duty (MOD)
• Monitor food quality, service standards, and overall restaurant performance

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Guest-first mindset

ServSafe Certification

Job description

To eat. To laugh. To share. That’s why guests come to our neighborhood pizzeria,Savage Pizza,in Norcross—fresh, handcrafted New York–style pies, friendly faces, and a place that feels like home. The Shift Lead is responsible for overseeing daily restaurant operations, leading and supporting team members, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This role helps maintain service, food quality, cleanliness, and operational standards while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment. The Shift Lead serves as a key leader during shifts, ensuring smooth execution and acting as Manager on Duty when assigned. If you’re passionate about hospitality, enjoy leading teams, and want to be part of a neighborhood pizza restaurant with a strong culture, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage shifts to ensure smooth daily operations
• Direct and position team members for success throughout each shift
• Deliver outstanding guest experiences and maintain a guest-focused culture
• Ensure all company policies, procedures, and standards are followed
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment
• Maintain a clean, organized restaurant through a “clean as you go” mentality
• Complete all opening and closing administrative duties when serving as Manager on Duty (MOD)
• Monitor food quality, service standards, and overall restaurant performance

What We’re Looking For:

You don’t need to be a pizza expert on day one—we’ll teach you that—but you should bring:

• At least 1-2years of supervisory or management experience in restaurants, hospitality, or retail with responsibility for financial results.
• ServSafe Certification highly preferred
• A passion for creating a great work environment and coaching a winning team.
• A guest-first mindset with a genuine desire to make someone’s day—one slice at a time.
• A strong sense of ownership, integrity, and accountability.
• High personal standards and the ability to motivate a team to meet them.
• The adaptability and excitement to thrive in a fast-paced, always-changing restaurant environment.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (for occasional bank deposits).
• A desire to grow with a company and build something special in the Norcross community.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per workand weekends and holidays

Why Work With Us?

We’re a neighborhood favorite with loyal guests and a tight-knit team. Our people are the heart of our brand, and we’re committed to creating a supportive, welcoming workplace where you can grow.

What You Can Expect From Us:

Our team members are the most important stakeholders here and the heart of expanding our brand. We ensure that our team members receive extensive training and development, are continuously set up for success, and feel welcomed in our family! In addition we offer the following perks:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• A positive, supportive work environment
• Opportunities for growth and development

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value the strength that diversity brings to our team.