Shift Leader: Lead, Grow & Elevate Guest Experience

Paradox.ai by Workday - ATS; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Employee Discounts on all food items

Job summary

Habit Burger & Grill in Lake Forest, CA is seeking a Shift Leader to oversee front-of-house and back-of-house operations during a shift. You will lead a high-performing team, mentor staff, and partner with the management team to meet guest satisfaction, food quality, and safety standards.

Join our people-first culture with hands-on training, a clear career path, and opportunities to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in food service management preferred, or 2 years in other food service roles.
• Food Manager Certification and/or ServSafe Manager Certificate required.
• High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and interact in a polite, friendly manner.
• Assist in recruiting and hiring FOH staff and train them to meet service standards.
• Oversee daily restaurant shift operations and ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Control food and labor costs, meet sales goals, and maintain product quality.
• Open/close the restaurant following checklists and reconcile cash deposits.
• Support FOH and BOH positions as needed and uphold labor laws.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Food Manager Certification

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

POS / computer literacy

Job description

Habit Burger & Grill in Lake Forest, CA is seeking a Shift Leader to oversee front-of-house and back-of-house operations during a shift. You will lead a high-performing team, mentor staff, and partner with the management team to meet guest satisfaction, food quality, and safety standards.

Join our people-first culture with hands-on training, a clear career path, and opportunities to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment.