SHIFT LEADER

Taco John's of Iowa; Des Moines (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free TACOS

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Crew incentives

Job summary

Taco John’s of Iowa is seeking a Shift Leader to run daily restaurant operations, supervise team members, and ensure top customer service. The role emphasizes leading by example, open communication with management, and maintaining smooth shift execution.

Experience in fast‑paced QSR environments is preferred, with a focus on reliability, strong work history, and a proactive approach to team leadership and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• QSR experience preferred.
• Strong leadership abilities and a track record of reliability.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations during shifts.
• Provide supervision and direction to team members.
• Maintain open communication with managers and staff.
• Lead by example to uphold service standards and policies.

Skills

QSR experience

Leadership

Customer service

Dependable

Job description

Description

Shift Leader

Located at: 2727 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA

• Training raises and annual raise
• Free TACOS!
• Free uniforms

Full-time benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Referral bonus
• Crew incentives

The Shift Leader (SL) requires knowledge of all operations in the restaurant, has supervisory responsibilities, and is expected to give direction. The SL should be capable of fully running a shift. It is important that they lead by example and maintain open communication with all other members of the restaurant's team, particularly the managers. Most of our positions have a senior position attached to it. If during the interview process, we feel that you are a better fit for the senior position, we will let you know.

We offer an excellent compensation package: competitive pay - depending on experience. In addition to progressive pay, for part-time we offer the following benefits -- free uniforms, free or discounted meals, and incentive programs. Work/life balance is an important part of our culture, too. We close on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas and close early on July 4th and on New Year's Eve so our crew can spend time with their families.

A career at Taco John's offers exposure to great opportunities and advancement. We own 22 restaurants, and they all are within 72 miles of Des Moines. We expect continued growth and need employees who enjoy working with the public and have an energetic attitude. Nights and weekends included. QSR experience preferred, but will train. Looking for someone with a strong work history, a desire to lead, and are dependable. Must be reliable and willing to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be awesome at customer service!

Our Mission Statement: to SERVE our guests, our vendor partners, and each other as we would like to be served.

We do background checks on all new hires.