Shift Leader - Western Springs

Oberweis Dairy; Western Springs (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Team culture

Growth opportunities

Cone aroma

Job summary

Oberweis Dairy is seeking a Shift Leader for our ice cream shop in Western Springs. You will be the right-hand to the Store Manager, leading the scoop team and ensuring a fun, efficient customer experience.

The role requires leadership experience, strong English skills, a positive attitude, and availability 3-5 days per week, including nights and weekends. Candidates should be able to perform basic math and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and understand English.
• Ability to perform simple math.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in leadership or supervisory roles.
• Positive, upbeat attitude.
• Available to work 3-5 days per week, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the scoop team.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Manage opening or closing shifts and daily operations.
• Keep the shop clean, stocked and running smoothly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service

English proficiency

Availability 3-5 days

Basic math

Job description

Now Hiring: Shift Leader - Ice Cream Dream Team

ABOUT OBERWEIS

Just like our farm fresh milk and super premium ice cream, a career at Oberweis is simply the best! Join our amazing team of friendly faces to work in a fun, goal-oriented work environment. With competitive salaries, benefits and perks, you'll soon find that the sweetest careers begin at Oberweis!

POSITION SUMMARY

Do you believe sprinkles make everything better? Are you a natural leader who loves making people smile? If so, we want YOU on our team! We're looking for a high-energy, people-loving Shift Leader/Key Holder to help lead our ice cream shop to sweet success. You'll be the right-hand hero to the Store Manager and Assistant Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy, and the vibes as fun as our flavors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and support our scoop squad
• Deliver amazing customer service
• Manage opening or closing shifts and daily operations
• Keep the shop clean, stocked and running smoothly
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Read, write and understand the English language
• Ability to do simple math
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Positive, upbeat attitude
• Available to work 3-5 days per week, including nights and weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Carry up to 50 lbs
• Stand and walk on a hard surface for 5-8 hours per day
• Tolerate up to 45 minutes in a walk-in cooler at temperatures as low as 32 F during inventory
• Tolerate up to 35 minutes in a walk-in freezer at -10 F during inventory and stocking

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hourly rate of $16-$19 per hour
• Fun, supportive team culture
• Opportunities to grow
• A workplace that smells like waffle cones all day