Shift Leader - Flexible Schedule, Growth Path & Benefits

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Paid time off

401k with match

Free meals on shift

Flexible schedule

No late nights

Career path to ownership

Paid daily option

Job summary

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe is hiring team members to join our fast-casual restaurants across the Tennessee area. You’ll support opening or closing shifts, help prep for lunch and catering orders, and assist with Take-Out and Dine-In service while delivering friendly, name-to-face guest experiences.

We value reliability and a willingness to learn in a busy environment. Benefits include health insurance options, Retirement savings, paid time off, and opportunities for growth toward ownership.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Prior food service experience preferred.
• Leadership, guest service, and verbal communication skills with guests/team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to the policies and procedures.
• Energetic, ready to learn, loves fresh food.
• Work flexible schedule.
• Dependable, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Must have or obtain a Food Manager’s certification shortly after beginning employment.

Responsibilities

• Serving guests, making meaningful connections with them.
• Opening & closing tasks.
• Being responsible for the restaurant when a manager isn’t on duty.
• Setting the tone for the shift and giving clear, calm directions to your team about their duties.
• Mastering menu and product knowledge.
• Supporting or working stations when needed (kitchen included).
• Prepping food and doing side work.
• Following proper cash handling and payment procedures.
• Maintaining Health Department Standards throughout each shift.
• Following proper Alcohol Handling policies and procedures.
• Proper food handling and storage of food products.
• Maintaining proper hygiene, uniform, and appearance.

Skills

Food service experience

Leadership

Guest service

Verbal communication

Flexible schedule

Education

Food Manager certification

Job description

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe is hiring team members to join our fast-casual restaurants across the Tennessee area. You’ll support opening or closing shifts, help prep for lunch and catering orders, and assist with Take-Out and Dine-In service while delivering friendly, name-to-face guest experiences.

We value reliability and a willingness to learn in a busy environment. Benefits include health insurance options, Retirement savings, paid time off, and opportunities for growth toward ownership.