Shift Manager - Airport

Wendy's of Western Virginia; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

Wendy's of Western Virginia in Lynchburg is seeking energetic Shift Managers to oversee staff and operations across multiple locations. Ideal candidates will have restaurant experience and strong leadership skills, with the opportunity for career advancement. Responsibilities include managing shifts, providing training, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. We offer competitive pay, 401(k) matching, health insurance, and paid time off, making this a prime opportunity in the fast-paced fast food industry.

Qualifications

• Restaurant/Retail experience required.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including late nights.
• Must stand for long periods and travel as needed.
• Reliability is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage shift and team effectively.
• Ensure food safety procedures are followed.
• Provide training for all employees.
• Assist General Manager with administrative tasks.
• Conduct interviews for staffing.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Wendy's of Western Virginia, a locally owned franchise with 14 restaurants, is hiring energetic Shift Managers to assist team by managing staff and operations at one of our many locations across Roanoke and Lynchburg.

We offer extensive skills training, multiple bonus programs, and promotion opportunities. Many of our General Managers come from Shift Manager positions. If you are a highly motivated and dedicated manager, you can quickly advance to various management roles.

Responsibilities

• Work with your team to create a restaurant of choice by providing the best food in a friendly and fast-paced environment.
• Properly manage your shift by using Wendy's Systems.
• Manage, empower, and assist your team in achieving organizational goals supporting our collective goal of "Service Excellence" for every customer.
• Perform HR duties in a way that maximizes employee engagement and retention.
• Interview and recommend candidates to achieve proper staffing levels.
• Provide A+ training for every employee through our established systems.
• Assist the General Manager with administrative tasks.
• Ensure all food safety procedures are executed at a high level, in accordance with both Company and Health Department standards.

Requirements

• Restaurant/Retail experience (experienced in serving customers).
• Ability to work flexible schedules that may include late nights and breakfast (most drive‑thrus open till midnight).
• Customer service skills, effective communication, leadership/organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods without a break, and travel to the bank, other restaurants, area office, etc.
• Reliability is a must.

We offer competitive pay based on experience along with opportunities for career advancement. If you are ready to take on a role in our dynamic establishment, please apply with your updated resume.

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: Based upon experience

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Restaurant type

• Quick service & fast food restaurant

Shift availability

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

Work Location: In person