Shift Manager

Taco Bell; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free bachelor's degree and scholarship programs

Free meals

Flexible schedules

Vacation pay and additional Paid Time Off

Medical benefits

401k retirement plan with 6% match

Health and wellness programs

Discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships

Job summary

Taco Bell is looking for a Shift Lead in East Meadow, NY, who will be the driving force behind the team, ensuring high customer satisfaction and leading shifts effectively. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in the restaurant/retail sector, strong leadership abilities, and be ready to work in a fast-paced environment.

Alongside competitive pay, Taco Bell offers attractive benefits such as free meals, flexible schedules, vacation pay, medical benefits, and various discounts.

Qualifications

• 1 year of restaurant/retail experience, with 3 months shift lead experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Accessibility to dependable and reliable transportation.
• Physical dexterity required (the ability to move up to 45 lbs.).
• Attendance and punctuality are a must.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent customer satisfaction by executing the MIC Success Routine.
• Oversee Team Members’ completion of Shift Excellence tasks.
• Resolve customer complaints quickly.
• Participate in training Team Members.
• Assist with Profit & Loss management.

Skills

Customer satisfaction management

Leadership

Cash handling

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Job description

As a Shift Lead, you'll be the driving force behind our team, leading shifts with energy and passion to meet Taco Bell's high standards. You'll take charge, resolving customer concerns and ensuring every guest leaves satisfied. Your leadership will inspire others as you coach and guide your team to success. Partnering with the management team, you'll play a key role in business initiatives, helping to shape the future of our restaurant. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is ready to take ownership and drive results.

The Day‑to‑Day

• Ensure consistent customer satisfaction by executing the MIC (Manager in Charge) Success Routine and prioritizing customer needs.
• Oversee Team Members’ completion of Shift Excellence tasks and maintain clean, neat appearances.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and accuracy of orders.
• Resolve customer complaints quickly, maintaining positive customer relations.
• Provide regular feedback to the GM on Team Member performance.
• Offer ongoing constructive and positive feedback to Team Members.
• Actively participate in training Team Members.
• Handle conflicts constructively and work with the GM to achieve resolution.
• Assist the GM in screening Team Member candidates.
• Assist with Profit & Loss management by following cash control and security procedures, maintaining inventory, and managing labor.
• Oversee proper product preparation, rotation, portioning, cooking, and holding times.
• Assist the GM with facility maintenance and ensure health and safety standards are always followed.

Is this you?

• 1 year of restaurant/retail experience, with 3 months shift lead experience preferred
• Adheres to cash, security, inventory, and labor policies
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Accessibility to dependable and reliable transportation
• Excellent communication skills, management/leadership and organizational skills.
• Physical dexterity required (the ability to move up to 45 lbs. from one area to another).
• Attendance and Punctuality a must
• Operating of cash register as needed and making change for other cashiers.
• Basic Math skills
• Maintains customer satisfaction and adheres to health and safety standards
• Promotes and champions Taco Bell's culture and values
• Provides constructive feedback to Team Members
• Executes shift duties accurately and efficiently
• Promotes equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Ensures teammates and customers enjoy a positive experience

Work‑Hard, Play‑Hard

• Competitive pay
• Free bachelor's degree and scholarship programs
• Free meals
• Flexible schedules! Day, evening, and late night
• Vacation pay and additional Paid Time Off
• Medical benefits
• 401k retirement plan with 6% match
• Health and wellness programs
• Discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships and more
• Commitment to a sustainable future

This offer is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and proof of your work eligibility.

The range for this role is $14-$22/hour. This is a nationwide range and is solely dependent on the geographical location where the restaurant is located.