Shift Leader

Dunkin' | Spotswood & Applegarth; Spotswood (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Flexible scheduling

Career growth and training

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Free or discounted Dunkin’ products

Employee rewards and recognition

401(k) options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Dunkin’ in Spotswood, NJ is seeking a Shift Leader to support daily operations, coach team members, and ensure a positive guest experience with every order. This role offers opportunities for growth within a locally owned Dunkin’ franchise.

Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of service and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a supervisory or team lead role (food service or retail preferred).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.
• A positive attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and ensure a positive, team-oriented shift experience
• Support the management team by assigning tasks and coaching crew members throughout the shift
• Provide fast, friendly, and accurate service to all guests
• Maintain store cleanliness and ensure food safety procedures are followed
• Monitor shift performance and help meet sales and labor targets
• Open and close the restaurant as needed, following brand standards
• Handle minor customer concerns and elevate as needed

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Guest service

Job description

Shift Leader – Dunkin’

At Dunkin’, we know that coffee and donuts are just part of the recipe—great people are the heart of everything we do. As a locally owned and operated franchise, we’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated Shift Leaders to support daily operations, coach team members, and deliver a great guest experience with every order.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a team that values growth, fun, and coffee-fueled mornings, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead by example and ensure a positive, team-oriented shift experience


• Support the management team by assigning tasks and coaching crew members throughout the shift


• Provide fast, friendly, and accurate service to all guests


• Maintain store cleanliness and ensure food safety procedures are followed


• Monitor shift performance and help meet sales and labor targets


• Open and close the restaurant as needed, following brand standards


• Handle minor customer concerns and elevate as needed

What You Bring

• Prior experience in a supervisory or team lead role (food service or retail preferred)


• Strong communication and leadership skills


• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure


• A positive attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction


• Must be at least 18 years old


• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Perks and Benefits

When you join the Dunkin’ crew, you’re not just joining a job—you’re joining a brand that invests in you. Depending on eligibility, benefits include:

• Weekly Pay


• Flexible scheduling that fits your life


• Career growth and training opportunities


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off


• Tuition assistance


• Free or discounted Dunkin’ products


• Employee rewards and recognition programs


• 401(k) options


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)