Shift Leader

Habit-Burger-; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Employee meals

Career growth

Tips

Job summary

Habit Burger & Grill in Watsonville, CA is hiring a Shift Leader to oversee FOH and BOH operations, ensuring smooth shifts and exceptional guest experiences. You’ll work with the management team to meet sales goals, control food and labor costs, and uphold health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of food-service management (or 2 years in other roles), a Food Manager or ServSafe certification, and a flexible full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• 1 year of management in food service preferred; 2 years in other food service acceptable.
• Food Manager Certification and/or ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Flexible full-time schedule required.
• Occasional travel for meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and ensure polite service.
• Handle guest requests and complaints.
• Recruit and hire FOH staff; train and develop.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and food quality.
• Oversee daily restaurant shift operations.
• Manage deposits and cash reconciliations.
• Control food and labor costs; optimize profits.
• Meet sales goals and health standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team training

Education

High school diploma

Food/ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

POS familiarity

Job description

We’re Hiring a Shift Leader!Join the team that’s all about flavor, energy, and opportunity at Habit Burger & Grill!Are you a natural leader with a passion for people and a hunger to grow your career? If you’re ready to bring the heat and lead a high-performing team, we want to meet you!Why You’ll Love Working With Us: Competitive Pay + Tips! Awesome Perks:Outstanding Health BenefitsCareer advancement opportunitiesPaid time off to recharge401(k) with 100% matchFree delicious food (yes, really!)And more cool benefits!Ready to Apply?Click “Apply Now”Or just text “better” to 91969Let’s build something great together—The Habit Difference starts with you!ABOUT USAt Habit Burger & Grill, our secret ingredient is simple—our people! From our crave-worthy, made-to-order menu to the warm smiles behind the counter, everything we do is powered by passion, pride, and a commitment to excellence.For over 50 years, we’ve been serving up more than just delicious food—we’ve been building a culture rooted in quality, teamwork, and opportunity. That’s why we’ve earned the title of “Best Tasting Burger in America”—because we never compromise on flavor, service, or heart.What truly sets us apart? The Habit Difference. It’s our people-first philosophy that fuels everything we do. We believe great guest service starts with a well-trained, respected team—one that’s empowered to grow, lead, and thrive.When you join our team, we invest in you. Our hands-on training goes beyond the “how” to explain the “why,” helping you build confidence and leadership skills from day one. With a clear career path, ongoing support, and a strong promote-from-within culture, we’re here to help you grow personally and professionally.At Habit Burger & Grill, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a culture that’s passionate about food, service, and your future.JOB SUMMARYAs Shift Leader, you will oversee all FOH & BOH functions to ensure a smooth shift. You will assist in ensuring an exceptional service experience for every guest. You will work closely with the management team to food and labor costs; meet sales goals and other targets; and ensure health and safety standards are followed at all times.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• Greet and interact with guests in a polite and friendly manner.• Handle guests’ requests and complaints.• Assist in recruiting and hiring of FOH staff.• Train and develop FOH staff, ensuring they meet customer service standards.• Ensure Team Members comply with all established standards, including personal safety, food safety, sanitation,personal hygiene, appearance, and uniform.• Oversee daily operations of a restaurant shift.• Increase sales by ensuring guest satisfaction and prompt problem resolution• Ensure food quality and availability.• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and stocking in all areas of the restaurant.• Supervise and assist in opening and closing the restaurant following checklists.• Prepare deposits and reconcile cash drawers and safe from previous shifts.• Assist in all FOH and BOH positions as required by business needs.• Optimize profits by controlling food and labor costs.• Monitor adherence to all applicable labor laws.• Other projects/duties as assigned by the General Manager.BENEFITSWe are proud to offer:• Medical, Dental and Vision• Company-paid Long-Term Disability• Company-paid Life Insurance• Supplemental Life Insurance• Vacation Pay• Sick Time• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan• Referral Bonus Programs• Employee Meal Program (free meals from a limited menu during your shift)• Employee Discounts on all other food items, both on and off shiftPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS• Able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds, but have the ability to lift up to 55 pounds.• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.• This position will involve some repetitive motion tasks.• This position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.WORK ENVIRONMENT• This job operates in a kitchen environment housed with equipment such as a charbroiler, flat grill, slicer, and chef’s knives. The Team Member is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS• Strong knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures in a restaurant.• Read, write and communicate effectively in English.• Basic math skills and computer competency.• Customer service focused and oriented.• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.• Demonstrate leadership qualities and professionalism.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS• 1 year of experience in related food service management position preferred, or 2 years of experience in other food service position.• High school degree or equivalent preferred.• Food Manager Certification and/or ServSafe Manager Certificate required.• Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule based on restaurant needs.• Ability to travel occasionally for meetings, conferences, and training.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.