Shift Lead – Aberdeen, SD

Ziggi’s Coffee, LLC; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ziggi’s Coffee, LLC is hiring for a Shift Lead in Aberdeen, SD. The role focuses on upholding Ziggi’s Coffee values, leading by example, and guiding the team to deliver excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

You will train new staff, coach current team members, and drive a positive store culture while maintaining daily operations and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous Shift-Lead experience in food or retail preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a positive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent and effective communication with staff, managers, and the store owner, ensuring wins and opportunities for improvement are clearly articulated.
• Ensure all staff adhere to company policies and procedures, upholding core values at all times.
• Train new employees thoroughly and provide ongoing training, support, and coaching to current team members to enhance their skills and confidence.
• Address any process deviations proactively, correcting team members when necessary, and delegating tasks to maintain operational flow.
• Handle customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, turning challenges into positive experiences.
• Money Management: accurately count registers, complete safe drops, balance the change box, split tips, and manage daily deposits.
• Mystery Shopper Expectations: uphold service standards as outlined by Leadership Team, train staff accordingly.
• Daily Recap: prepare and present daily store metrics, including deposit totals and SPMH.
• Inventory Management: conduct monthly inventory assessments to ensure proper stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Job description

Position Summary:

Shift Leads are responsible for ensuring that all Ziggi’s Coffee values are being upheld every day. Shift leads should embody a “people-first” mentality by leading by example when serving customers & guiding their team to be successful.

Key Qualifications:

• Previous Shift-Lead experience is preferred in food or retail industries
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead by example and contribute to a positive team culture.

Essential Functions (Meets all expectations of the Barista role plus…)

• Maintain consistent and effective communication with staff, managers, and the store owner, ensuring that wins and opportunities for improvement are clearly articulated
• Ensure that all staff adhere to company policies and procedures, upholding our core values at all times
• Train new employees thoroughly and provide ongoing training, support, and coaching to current team members to enhance their skills and confidence
• Address any process deviations proactively, correcting team members when necessary, and delegating tasks to maintain operational flow
• Handle customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, striving to turn challenges into positive experiences

Core Responsibilities:

• Money Management: Accurately count registers, complete safe drops, balance the change box, split tips, and manage daily deposits to ensure financial integrity
• Mystery Shopper Expectations: Understand and uphold the standards of service as outlined by the Leadership Team, training staff accordingly to meet these expectations
• Daily Recap: Prepare and present a daily recap of store metrics, including deposit totals and Sales Per Man Hour (SPMH), to track performance and identify areas for improvement
• Inventory Management: Conduct monthly inventory assessments to ensure proper stock levels and efficient use of resources

Additional Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for customers, ensuring that each visit is enjoyable and memorable
• Collaborate with team members to innovate and improve service processes, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
• Stay updated on new menu items, promotions, and seasonal offerings, effectively communicating this information to both staff and customers
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization within the store, contributing to a professional and inviting environment