Shift Lead (Canyon Country, CA)

Anchor Point Management Group; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Wild Wings in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a full-time Shift Leader to support the management team and drive guest satisfaction during peak periods. You will lead Team Members, open/close the restaurant, and ensure smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes coaching, maintaining food safety standards, supervising front and back of house, and upholding responsible alcohol service. Previous supervisory experience and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Leadership and facilitation abilities with fellow Team Members and management
• Knowledgeable in all functional areas of restaurant operations
• Superior verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to take and give direction, and execute team and company objectives
• Knowledgeable about current marketing initiatives and up-coming events to inform guests and team members
• Knowledgeable of proper sanitation, food safety, and security procedures
• Basic mathematical skills
• Knowledge of RAS (responsible alcohol service) procedures as defined by federal/state laws and BWWs policy
• Knowledge of commonly ordered drinks and food items
• High degree of customer service
• Knowledge of Operations
• Ability to resolve Guest issues
• Knowledge of all menu and drink items to ensure quality and coach others
• Conflict management and analytical skills, with high emotional intelligence

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach Team Members to achieve performance goals
• Open and close the restaurant, including paperwork
• Monitor table visits and resolve Guest issues during shifts
• Monitor labor and inventory during shift
• Manage shift communication and daily log updates
• Break down cash drawers and perform daily cash handling
• Perform safe audits and inspect credit cards
• Execute Comps, Voids, and Discounts (CVDs) and Pull Backs
• Conduct Team Member pre-shift meetings and briefings
• Ensure 100% table visits and guest satisfaction
• Monitor food quality, safety, and storage
• Coordinate Heart of House and Bar line checks
• Perform Daily QSC and ensure service readiness
• Address Guest complaints promptly and professionally
• Assign cleaning duties and manage shift duties
• Ensure Responsible Alcohol Service compliance
• Coordinate shift changes and paperwork
• Maintain pace and high intensity during peak periods
• Foster a WOW guest and team member experience
• Provide direction and support for Front of House and Heart of House teams
• Support management in achieving sales and profit goals
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Marketing knowledge

Sanitation knowledge

Math skills

RAS procedures

Menu knowledge

Customer service

Operations

Education

Wing Certified Trainer

Shift Leader certification

21+ years of age

Job description

Job Location: 19252 Soledad Canyon Rd - Santa Clarita, CA 91351

Salary Range: $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Purpose

The purpose of this position is to provide additional support to the management Team and allow for additional coverage during peak periods, or in the absence of a Manager.

Core Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Ensure that 100% of table visits are performed and all Guest issues are resolved throughout the shift
• Lead and coach Team Member performance
• Positively impact the achievement of sales and profits in the restaurant
• Help provide support and direction for the Front of House and Heart of House Teams Administrative
• Open and close the restaurant, including all appropriate paperwork
• Run a mid-shift
• Perform shift change, including all appropriate paperwork
• Break down cash drawers
• Perform safe audits
• Inspect credit cards
• Complete Manager Absolutes
• Perform Comps, Voids, and Discounts (CVDs) and Pull Backs
• Perform Server check-outs
• Document shift highlights in the daily communication log Operational Readiness & Execution
• Perform Heart of House Line Checks
• Perform Bar Line Checks
• Perform Daily QSC
• Monitor food quality, labor, and safety throughout the shift
• Receive food orders, ensure proper product, food quality, food safety, and proper storage
• Receive liquor orders, ensure proper products and proper storage Guest & Team Member Relations
• Conduct Team Member pre-shift meetings
• Perform figure eights during peak periods
• Address Guest complaints in the restaurant
• Assign cleaning duties to Team Members
• Manage labor on the shift
• Monitor Guest and Team Member safety and security
• Monitor Responsible Alcohol Service

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Buffalo Wild Wings reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Buffalo Wild Wings or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Qualifications

• Leadership and facilitation abilities with fellow Team Members and management
• Knowledgeable in all functional areas of restaurant operations
• Superior verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to take and give direction, and execute team and company objectives
• Knowledgeable about current marketing initiatives and up-coming events in order to inform our guests and Team Members
• Knowledgeable of proper sanitation, food safety, and security procedures
• Basic mathematical skills
• Knowledge of RAS (responsible alcohol service) procedures as defined by both federal and state laws, and BWWs policy and procedures
• Knowledge of commonly ordered drinks and food items
• High degree of customer service
• Knowledge of Operations
• Ability to resolve Guest issues
• Knowledge of all menu and drink items to ensure quality and coach others
• Conflict management skills, analytical skills, and high degree of emotional intelligence in order to recognize and solve problems that come with the position

Freedom to Act

• Ability to follow specific service time and guidelines at all times while at the same time engaging Guests and customizing their experience

Size and Complexity

• Ability to ensure that 100% of table visits are performed and Guest issues are resolved throughout the shift
• Must be reliable and dependable by adhering to a schedule, covering shifts when necessary, and being on time for scheduled shifts
• Ability to maintain a high degree of pace and intensity for an extended period of time

Interaction

• WOW our Team Members by providing the same respect, positive encouragement, and fair treatment within the organization that we expect Team Members to share externally with every Guest
• Maintain a positive work relationship with management to achieve results on a shift-by-shift basis

External Relationships

• WOW our Guests every day by achieving the highest level of satisfaction with an extraordinary focus on friendly service, food, fun, and value
• Ability to interact and communicate with Guests to monitor their needs throughout the shift

Education/Experience

• Required: Minimum 21 years of age
• Certification as a Wing Certified Trainer in at least one hourly position
• Completion of Shift Leader certification

Preferred: Prior experience managing others or two years of Buffalo Wild Wings experience