Shift Leader

Tropical Holdings Illinois, LLC; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Team rewards & discounts

Job summary

SERVE Hospitality Group is seeking a Shift Leader to guide crew, elevate guest experience, and keep operations smooth across shifts in a fast-paced cafe setting. The role offers competitive hourly pay in IL/Machesney Park, flexible scheduling, training, and opportunities for internal growth within the Tropical Smoothie Cafe brand.

Ideal candidates are energetic, reliable, with strong communication and coaching abilities, and a passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• Motivated team players with energy, initiative and a positive attitude.
• Excellent communicators who connect with guests and coworkers.
• Customer-service minded individuals who take pride in delivering a great experience.
• Strong coaching ability to guide and motivate team members.
• Reliable, punctual and dependable work habits.
• Flexible with scheduling including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate crew members throughout your shift.
• Deliver friendly, accurate, and efficient customer service.
• Prepare smoothies and food items following recipes and brand standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe café environment, ensuring food safety compliance.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with restocking and organization.
• Execute opening and closing procedures with consistency and accuracy.
• Provide real-time coaching and assist with training new team members.
• Promote an upbeat, hospitality-driven atmosphere where team members feel supported.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Coaching

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

About this position

Company Overview

At SERVE Hospitality Group, it’s more than smoothies—it’s about serving smiles, one guest at a time. Built on hospitality, connection, and community, every interaction is a chance to brighten someone’s day.

SERVE Hospitality Group proudly operates 30+ Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations and is rapidly growing. As a fast-scaling, multi-unit franchisee, we’re expanding this nationally recognized brand with bold energy and purpose. Backed by a strong development pipeline and committed internal capital, we’re building a culture-driven, high-performance business that blends speed, discipline, and operational excellence.

About the Role

Join a people‑first team where leadership, energy, and positivity set the tone. As a Shift Leader, you’ll guide and support crew members, elevate the guest experience, and ensure smooth, efficient operations throughout every shift. This role is a key step in our internal growth pathway and is perfect for those who love leading by example in a fast‑paced, upbeat environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly pay of $15 - 17 per hour plus tips! *Compensation is based on availability and experience*
• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling and consistent closing times (9 pm).
• Clean, healthy environment – no fryers, no grease, just fresh ingredients.
• Career growth opportunities with clear internal promotion pathways.
• Fun, fast-paced atmosphere with room for creativity.
• Employee perks with paid training, team rewards, and exclusive discounts.
• SERVE benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) with 4% company match (eligibility based on tenure, age, and hours requirements)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate crew members throughout your shift.
• Deliver friendly, accurate, and efficient customer service.
• Prepare smoothies and food items following recipes and brand standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe café environment, ensuring full compliance with food safety guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with restocking and organization.
• Execute opening and closing procedures with consistency and accuracy.
• Provide real‑time coaching and assist with training new team members.
• Promote an upbeat, hospitality‑driven atmosphere where team members feel supported.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Motivated team players with strong energy, initiative, and a positive attitude.
• Excellent communicators who connect easily with guests and coworkers.
• Customer‑service minded individuals who take pride in delivering a great experience.
• Strong coaching ability to guide and motivate team members.
• Reliable and punctual team members with dependable work habits.
• Comfortable being active, including standing and walking throughout shifts.
• Flexible with scheduling, including evenings and weekends.
• Legally authorized to work under State and Federal guidelines.
• Quick‑service or leadership experience preferred, but not required — we provide thorough training.

SERVE Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The pay range for this role is:

15 - 17 USD per hour(IL-073 Machesney Park)