Shift Leader

Papa Johns; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Papa John's is seeking a Shift Leader to supervise shifts and work areas, ensuring high quality products and customer service in daily operation. You will help drive profitability by executing policies, procedures, and systems while maintaining safety and compliance with laws.

You will lead by example, ensure adequate shift coverage, monitor product quality, labor costs and cleanliness, and support cash handling and inventory processes to meet restaurant goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a fast-paced restaurant or similar team.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures precisely.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to guidelines for each station including dough management and portioning.
• Maintains product quality, customer service and cost controls.
• Exemplifies core values, maintains a positive attitude, and works with others.
• Ensures adequate shift coverage and provides feedback to correct problems.
• Assists in inventory management and cash handling to support profitability.

Skills

Shift leadership

Customer service

Food safety

Teamwork

Cash handling

Inventory management

Communication

Tools

FOCUS System

Job description

Job Summary

The Shift Leader supervises shifts and/or work areas in the operation of a Papa John’s restaurant to ensure high quality products and customer service are delivered to ensure restaurant profitability. Other responsibilities include the management of operations including the execution of all Company policies, procedures, programs and systems. Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws and ethical business practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adheres to guidelines, techniques and expectations for each station including, but not limited to, dough management, accuracy and proper portioning. Performs assigned work station duties such as making quality products, follows all product preparations procedures and maintains established product holding times.

• Consistently contributes to achieving the Company’s product goal. Commits to meeting the needs and expectations of the restaurant’s customers, minimizes customer complaints and responds appropriately to customer needs. Follows all policies and procedures as outlined in our TM handbook including, but not limited to, image (including car topper for delivery drivers), attendance, safety and security.

• Exemplifies and exhibits the Core Values, maintains a positive attitude, works well with others and is flexible and adaptable to change.

• Ensures adequate shift coverage for restaurant. Provides immediate feedback and corrects problems when identified. Maintains product quality, customer service, and performance responsibilities (such as MCE readiness, food/labor costs, restaurant cleanliness, etc.) within acceptable standards, follows all policies and procedures related to shift management.

• Contribute to profit goals by ensuring they stay within company guidelines and target goals by accurately utilizing the FOCUS System. Execute cash management duties. Assist in the management of adequate inventory levels using the company’s systems and guidelines to minimize loss.