Shift Lead – Thornton, CO – E. 120th Ave.

Ziggi’s Coffee, LLC; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ziggi’s Coffee, LLC is seeking an experienced Shift Lead to uphold our values and guide a customer-focused team. You will lead by example in serving customers, train new staff, and ensure smooth daily operations across tasks like cash handling, staffing, and service standards.

Ideal candidates bring prior shift-lead experience in food or retail, exceptional communication skills, and a people-first mindset to foster a positive team culture and excellent customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead by example in a fast-paced retail/food environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with staff and customers.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities to manage store operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent communication with staff, managers, and owner to articulate wins and improvements.
• Ensure policy adherence and uphold core values at all times.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching to enhance skills and confidence.
• Address deviations proactively and delegate tasks to maintain flow.
• Handle customer complaints professionally and turn challenges into positive experiences.
• Count registers, balance tills, and manage deposits to maintain financial integrity.
• Prepare daily store metrics recap and monitor performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Team training

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