Shift Lead — Fast-Casual Dining, Flexible Hours

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Job summary

Join Taziki's Café in Birmingham for a hands-on restaurant role where you will help prep, serve guests, and ensure quality as part of a friendly team. Openings and closings, cash handling, and excellent guest service are all part of the daily routine.

We value reliable, energetic teammates who can adapt to busy periods, maintain food safety standards, and enjoy helping guests with take-out and dine-in experiences. Training is provided, and opportunities to grow exist.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Prior food service experience preferred.
• Leadership, guest service, and verbal communication skills with guests/team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, balancing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to the policies and procedures.
• Energetic, ready to learn, loves fresh food.
• Work flexible schedule.
• Dependable, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Must have or obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment.

Responsibilities

• Serving guests, making meaningful connections with them.
• Opening & closing tasks.
• Being responsible for the restaurant when a manager isn’t on duty.
• Setting the tone for the shift and giving clear, calm directions to your team about their duties.
• Mastering menu and product knowledge.
• Supporting or working stations when needed (kitchen included).
• Prepping food and doing side work.
• Following proper cash handling and payment procedures.
• Maintaining Health Department Standards throughout each shift.
• Following proper Alcohol Handling policies and procedures.
• Proper food handling and storage of food products.
• Maintaining proper hygiene, uniform, and appearance.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Verbal communication

Fast-paced environment

Follow procedures

Flexible schedule

Dependable

Tools

Food Manager certification

Job description

Join Taziki's Café in Birmingham for a hands-on restaurant role where you will help prep, serve guests, and ensure quality as part of a friendly team. Openings and closings, cash handling, and excellent guest service are all part of the daily routine.

We value reliable, energetic teammates who can adapt to busy periods, maintain food safety standards, and enjoy helping guests with take-out and dine-in experiences. Training is provided, and opportunities to grow exist.