Shift Leader

Newk's Eatery; Mississippi; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Newk's Eatery in Mississippi is seeking a Shift Leader to guide daily operations, motivate team members, and deliver a memorable guest experience with fast, friendly service.

You will oversee front- and back-of-house tasks, monitor quality and safety, coordinate shift tasks, assist with cash handling, and support recruiting and training while maintaining a respectful, professional work environment. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a restaurant or customer-focused environment (preferred).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coach others in the moment.
• Commitment to safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities during busy periods.
• A professional, guest-first attitude and a team-centered mindset.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate team members to deliver the Newk's Experience, with a focus on guest satisfaction
• Support front- and/or back-of-house operations to ensure standards, policies, and procedures are followed
• Monitor food quality, cleanliness, and safety practices throughout the shift
• Coordinate shift tasks, prioritize needs as they arise, and ensure products are prepared and served correctly
• Assist with cash handling and operational accuracy as needed
• Maintain a respectful, positive, and professional work environment
• Support recruiting, training, and coaching efforts to help team members succeed
• Communicate clearly with management and other team leads to drive consistency

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety standards

Multitasking

Guest-first attitude

Flexibility

Job description

At Newk's Eatery, our Shift Leaders help create a great guest experience every shift. You lead day-to-day operations, support your team in delivering quality food and friendly service, and help the restaurant run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Schedule type: Full-time and part-time

What you'll do

• Lead and motivate team members to deliver the Newk's Experience, with a focus on guest satisfaction
• Support front- and/or back-of-house operations to ensure standards, policies, and procedures are followed
• Monitor food quality, cleanliness, and safety practices throughout the shift
• Coordinate shift tasks, prioritize needs as they arise, and ensure products are prepared and served correctly
• Assist with cash handling and operational accuracy as needed
• Maintain a respectful, positive, and professional work environment
• Support recruiting, training, and coaching efforts to help team members succeed
• Communicate clearly with management and other team leads to drive consistency

What we're looking for

• Leadership experience in a restaurant or customer-focused environment (preferred)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coach others in the moment
• Commitment to safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities during busy periods
• A professional, guest-first attitude and a team-centered mindset
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends

Why Newk's

You’ll be part of a brand that values quality, teamwork, and creating an experience guests remember. As a Shift Leader, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, develop your skills, and contribute to the success of your restaurant every day.

If you’re searching for a great restaurant job in the “good restaurants near me” category, you’re in the right place. At Newk’s Eatery, we make food fresh every day, with quality ingredients and real attention to flavor. From quick lunches to family meals and office catering, we’re all about serving up favorites you’ll feel good about. As a Shift Leader, you’ll help lead the team that delivers great food, fast service, and a welcoming experience for every guest. Come be part of a place that values doing things the right way and taking pride in what we serve.

• Must have a valid driver's license - 1-2 years of restaurant experience - Must be able to work nights and weekends