Shift Leader

Blaze Pizza; Vinings (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Flexible Scheduling

Employee Discounts

On-the-job training & mentorship

Real advancement opportunities

Job summary

Blaze Pizza is seeking a Shift Leader at our Atlanta location to energize the floor, support the team, and deliver an exceptional guest experience. You’ll lead by example, coach peers, and ensure fast, quality pizza with a positive vibe.

Ideal candidates are guest-focused, communicative, reliable, and flexible across shifts, including nights and weekends. This role offers growth into store leadership and a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Guest-obsessed mindset and strong communication skills.
• Leadership energy – rally a team and keep a positive vibe.
• Reliable and adaptable – show up, step up, and support the squad.
• Comfortable working any shift – nights, weekends, and holidays included.
• Well-groomed and professional – you set the example others look up to.
• Physically able to stand, stretch, and hustle for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Guide team members to build pizzas with passion and consistency.
• Run the line, register, or oven with confidence and speed.
• Ensure every guest leaves with a smile and a reason to return.
• Oversee food prep, stocking, and cleanliness for smooth operations.
• Uphold cash handling procedures with integrity and accuracy.
• Maintain a restaurant that’s clean, organized, and on-brand.
• Jump in wherever needed and be the go-to leader on the floor.
• Coach in the moment and cultivate teamwork and positivity.

Skills

Guest-obsessed mindset

Strong communication skills

Leadership energy

Reliability

Adaptability

Shift flexibility

Professional grooming

Stamina

Job description

Step Up as a Shift Leader at Blaze Pizza – Where Leadership Meets the Fire!

Ready to take your passion for pizza and people to the next level? Join Blaze Pizza, the nation’s leading build-your-own fast-casual pizza brand, where Individuality, Quality, Speed, and Fire fuel everything we do.

We’re on the lookout for Shift Leaders who are ready to bring the fireand lead by example at our Atlanta location. This is more than just a job, it’s a launchpad for your leadership journey.

Why Blaze?

At Blaze Pizza, we don’t just make great food—we build future leaders. As a Shift Leader, you’ll play a critical role in bringing energy to the restaurant, supporting your team, and delivering an unforgettable guest experience. If you're looking for a workplace where your effort gets noticed, your growth is prioritized, and your leadership potential is unlocked; you're in the right place.

Here’s what we offer:

• Tips – Because leadership and great service should be rewarded
• Flexible Scheduling – We get that life happens
• Employee Discounts – Fuel your fire with discounted pizza
• On-the-job training & mentorship – We’ll help you grow into your next role
• Real advancement opportunities – From Shift Leader to General Manager and beyond

What We’re Looking For:

• A guest-obsessed mindset and strong communication skills
• Leadership energy – You know how to rally a team and keep the vibe positive
• Reliable and adaptable – You show up, step up, and support the squad
• Comfortable working any shift – nights, weekends, and holidays included (closed Christmas and Thanksgiving)
• Well-groomed and professional – You’re the example others look up to
• Physically able to stand, stretch, and hustle for up to 8 hours

Your Responsibilities:

As a Blaze Shift Leader, you’ll lead the way in creating a vibrant, team-driven, guest-first culture by:

• Guiding team members to build pizzas with passion and consistency
• Running the line, register, or oven with confidence and speed
• Ensuring every guest leaves with a smile and a reason to come back
• Overseeing food prep, stocking, and cleanliness to keep operations smooth
• Upholding all cash handling procedures with integrity and accuracy
• Maintaining a restaurant that’s clean, organized, and on-brand
• Jumping in wherever needed and being the go-to leader on the floor
• Coaching in the moment and cultivating a culture of teamwork and positivity

Blaze Pizza, LLC, headquartered in Pasadena, CA, recently named “2017’s #1 Brand of the Year” in the Fast-Casual Top 100, is a fast-growing chain operating over 300 restaurants in 42 states, Canada, and Kuwait. Known for its chef-driven recipes, thoughtful interior design, and a service culture that celebrates individuality, Blaze Pizza is seeking a General Manager for their company-owned restaurants. This position that will play an integral role in contributing to the success of the restaurant, guest experiences, food safety, product quality and operations excellence. Founded by Elise and Rick Wetzel (co‑founder of Wetzel’s Pretzels), Blaze Pizza is backed by private equity firm Brentwood Associates and founding investors that include LeBron James, Maria Shriver, movie producer John Davis and Boston Red Sox co‑owner Tom Werner.