Shift Manager

Taco Bell; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible schedules

Vacation pay

Paid Time Off

Medical benefits

401k retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell

Gym memberships

Job summary

Taco Bell New Bedford is seeking a Shift Lead to energize the team, coach staff, and uphold Taco Bell's standards. You will resolve guest concerns and partner with management to drive daily results.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, cash handling, inventory, and health and safety compliance. You will support hiring, manage labor, and ensure fast, accurate food preparation while delivering a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of restaurant/retail experience, with 3 months shift lead experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and capable of handling cash and safety procedures.
• Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts with energy, coach team members and ensure Taco Bell standards.
• Resolve customer concerns and maintain positive guest relations.
• Provide feedback to GM on team performance and participate in training.
• Assist with hiring, inventory, and labor management following policies.
• Oversee food preparation, rotation, and holding times; ensure health/safety compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Job: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 preferredAdheres to cash, security, inventory, and labor policiesMust be at least 18 years of ageAccessibility to dependable and reliable transportationExcellent 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 mustOperating of cash register as needed and making change for other cashiers.Basic Math skillsMaintains customer satisfaction and adheres to health and safety standardsPromotes and champions Taco Bell’s culture and valuesProvides constructive feedback to Team MembersExecutes shift duties accurately and efficientlyPromotes equity, inclusion, and belongingEnsures teammates and customers enjoy a positive experienceWork-Hard, Play-Hard:Competitive payFree bachelor's degree and scholarship programsFree mealsFlexible schedules! Day, evening, and late nightVacation pay and additional Paid Time OffMedical benefits401k retirement planHealth and wellness programsPerks! Discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships and moreMás earth! Commitment to a sustainable future