Shift Leader

Taziki's Cafe - TOC, LLC; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay option

Free delicious meals

Paid time off potential

Health benefits after 1 year (full‑tim

Job summary

Taziki's Cafe in Cleveland, TN is hiring a Shift Leader to oversee daily operations, support the team, and ensure excellent guest service. You will learn the menu, maintain standards, and help manage cash handling and safety procedures.

The role offers a competitive hourly wage ($18–$22) with a daily pay option, a family-friendly environment, and a potential path to ownership. Health benefits become available after 1 year of full-time employment, with a flexible schedule and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Prior food service experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and guest service skills.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and policies.
• Energetic and loves fresh food.
• Flexible schedule required.
• Dependable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Serving guests and making meaningful connections.
• Opening & closing tasks.
• Being responsible for the restaurant and the team 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 (including kitchen).
• 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

Adaptability

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Food Manager certification

Job description

SHIFT LEADER JOB POSTING

• Base Pay of $18-$22!
• Option to access pay DAILY!
• FREE Delicious Meals!
• Paid Time Off potential!
• No late nights, no early mornings!
• Flexible Schedule!
• Great Environment!
• Career Path to Ownership!
• Option for Health Benefits after 1-year full-time!

WHAT YOUR TEAMMATES SAY:

"I enjoyed working at Taziki's. I was friends with all of my co-workers so it felt like a family! I had good pay and great hours! I enjoyed learning how to do a lot of things in the kitchen!"

"It has been by far my favorite job. I love the brand and what Taziki's stands for. The food is all fresh every day, everything is made that morning."

YOUR ROLE AS A TAZIKI'S SHIFT LEADER:

• Serving guests and making meaningful connections with them
• Opening & closing tasks
• Being responsible for the restaurant and the team 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 (including kitchen)
• 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

THE IDEAL TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Prior food service experience preferred
• Strong 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 policies and procedures
• Energetic, ready to learn, loves fresh food
• Able to work a flexible schedule
• Dependable, reliable, and trustworthy

ALL EMPLOYEES MUST:

• Understand and abide by all company standards and policies (provided in your handbook)
• Obtain a Food Manager's certification shortly after beginning employment

YOUR WORKING CONDITIONS/HOURS:

A typical workday at Taziki's may look like:

• Morning shift: 7am - 4pm
• Evening shift: 4pm - 10pm
• Weekends: when applicable
• Holidays: when applicable (CLOSED Thanksgiving & Christmas)
• Hours will vary by store.

You may work in a typical restaurant kitchen environment, which includes but is not limited to using equipment such as a flattop and char grill, oven, slicer, mixer, and food processor.

YOUR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(with or without a reasonable accommodation):

• Walking/standing for extended periods
• Reaching
• Bending
• Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds
• Wiping
• Twisting
• Cooking

Taziki's is an Equal Opportunity Employer