Shift Leader

oberweis; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay: $16–$19

Flexible schedules

Team-oriented culture

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Waffle cone aroma at work

Job summary

Oberweis in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Shift Leader/Key Holder to help lead our ice cream shop. You will work closely with the Store Manager to ensure smooth operations, exceptional service, and a fun, guest-first environment.

The role requires leadership experience, availability 3–5 days including nights/weekends, and a positive, upbeat attitude to boost team morale and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Weekend/evening availability
• Positive, upbeat attitude

Responsibilities

• Lead and support our scoop squad
• Deliver excellent customer service
• Manage shifts (opening or closing) and daily operations
• Keep the shop clean, stocked, and running smoothly

Skills

Leadership

Weekend/evening availability

Positive attitude

Job description

Now Hiring: Shift Leader/Key Holder – Ice Cream Dream Team

Do you believe sprinkles make everything better?
Are you a natural leader who loves making people smile?

If so… we want YOU on our team!

About the Role

We’re looking for a high-energy, people-loving Shift Leader/Key Holder (Must be at least 18 years old and available to work 3-5 days, including nights and weekends) to help lead our ice cream shop to sweet success! You’ll be the right-hand hero to the Store Manager and Assistant Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy, and the vibes as fun as our flavors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and support our scoop squad
• Delivering amazing customer service
• Manage shifts (opening or closing) and daily operations
• Keep the shop clean, stocked, and running smoothly

What We’re looking for

• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Positive, upbeat attitude
• Weekend/evening availability

Perks of the Job

• Hourly rates from $16-$19/hour
• Flexible schedules
• Fun, supportive team culture
• Opportunities to grow
• Employee discounts
• A workplace that smells like waffle cones all day

Physical Requirements

• Carry up to 50lbs
• Stand and walk on a hard surface for 5-8 hours per day
• Tolerate up to 45 minutes in a walk-in cooler at temperature as low as 32 degrees F during inventory
• Tolerate up to 35 minutes in a walk-in Freezer at temperature at -10 degrees F during inventory and stocking

Let’s make work sweet.