Shift Manager at Papa Johns — Where Pizza Meets Leadership!

Papa John's - Cleveland; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Bonus potential

Job summary

PapaJohnsPizza is seeking a high-energy Shift Manager to lead a fast-paced team, especially during peak times. This hands-on role requires aligning with the store’s goals, mentoring staff, and maintaining top service levels. Nights and weekends are part of the schedule, with an emphasis on teamwork and operational excellence.

You’ll be responsible for supervising crew, improving performance, and ensuring a smooth operation that delivers great pizza and customer experiences every day.

Qualifications

• Some management or food service experience (bonus points for pizza passion)
• A love for leading, problem-solving, and keeping things running smoothly
• A positive attitude, hustle, and the ability to work nights & weekends

Responsibilities

• Run the show when the GM’s away (and sometimes when they’re not)
• Keep the vibe high, the orders flying, and the ovens hot
• Lead by example — whether it’s making a perfect pizza or handling a Friday night rush like a pro
• Coach, support, and motivate your crew like the MVP you are

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Night & weekend flexibility

Job description

Do you dreaminpepperoni and strategizeincheese?Can you lead a team faster than dough can rise?Then grab your apron and your ambition —PapaJohnsPizzawantsyouas our nextShift Manager!

We’relooking for a high-energy, hands-on leader who can:

• Run the show when the GM’s away (and sometimes whenthey’renot!)

• Keep the vibe high, the orders flying, and the ovens hot

• Lead by example — whetherit’smaking a perfect pizza or handling a Friday night rush like a pro

• Coach, support, and motivate your crew like the MVP you are

What’sin it for you?

• A crew that feels like family (pizza parties included)

• Growth opportunities — we love promoting from within!

• Competitive pay, bonus potential, and employee discounts (hello, free pizza!)

• Real leadership experience in a fast-paced, people-focused environment

You bring:

• Some management or food service experience (bonus points for pizza passion)

• A love for leading, problem-solving, and keeping things running smoothly

• A positive attitude, hustle, and the ability to work nights & weekends

Because at Papa Johns,Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. Better Leadersstart here.

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