Shift Lead: Earn $18+/hr + Tips — Growth & Leadership

Five Guys logo; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Hands-on leadership

Job summary

Five Guys in Mechanicsville, VA is seeking a Shift Leader to lead by example, work closely with the team, and uphold brand standards. You’ll step in for management when off-site, coach crew, and help train new team members.

The role starts at $18.00/hour plus tips and bonus, with opportunities to grow into higher leadership. As you rotate through cashier, grill, prep, fries, and dining room, you’ll keep service fast and accurate, maintain a clean, safe kitchen, and ensure a great guest

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of restaurant, retail, or hospitality experience (leadership preferred).
• Strong communications skills.
• Team player who leads by doing.
• Ability to stay calm and make quick decisions under pressure.
• Basic math and comfort using POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the shift and step in to run operations when management isn’t on site.
• Jump into every position—cashier, grill, prep, fries, dining room.
• Deliver fast, accurate service and ensure a great guest experience.
• Coach, support, and motivate crew members to perform at their best.
• Help train new team members and build a positive culture.
• Keep the restaurant clean, safe, and up to brand standards.
• Manage shift tasks like breaks, cash handling, and closing reports.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication skills

Decision making

Basic math

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Five Guys in Mechanicsville, VA is seeking a Shift Leader to lead by example, work closely with the team, and uphold brand standards. You’ll step in for management when off-site, coach crew, and help train new team members.

The role starts at $18.00/hour plus tips and bonus, with opportunities to grow into higher leadership. As you rotate through cashier, grill, prep, fries, and dining room, you’ll keep service fast and accurate, maintain a clean, safe kitchen, and ensure a great guest