Shift Manager - Waukesha (Grandview)

Cousin's Submarines; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food per shift

Next Day Pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health benefits for FT

Pet insurance

Scholarship opportunities

Discounted college courses

Employee wellness programs

Promotion from within

Job summary

Cousins Subs is seeking a Shift Leader to manage daily operations on the floor, support crew members, and drive guest satisfaction. You’ll oversee the shift, step into prep, cashier, and sandwich line, and coach staff to uphold quality and service standards.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience, reliability, and strong communication to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Benefits include flexible scheduling, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience, preferably in food service.
• Strong communication and customer-service orientation.
• Ability to motivate and guide a team during fast-paced shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during your shift and keep service running smoothly.
• Jump in where needed—prep, cashier, sandwich line, cleaning.
• Coach team members and train new hires.
• Ensure food safety, order accuracy, and store cleanliness.
• Handle minor issues and help create a great guest experience.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Description

Since 1972, Cousins Subs has been serving up better subs and a better place to work.

We’re looking for shift leaders who can keep the store on track, support the crew, and lead with energy and focus.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the team during your shift and keep service running smoothly
• Jump in where needed—prep, cashier, sandwich line, cleaning
• Coach team members and train new hires
• Ensure food safety, order accuracy, and store cleanliness
• Handle minor issues and help create a great guest experience

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of leadership experience, preferably in food service
• Dependable, organized, and team-focused
• Good communicator who leads with positivity
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What You’ll Get

• Competitive hourly pay, depending on experience and location
• Tips based on hours worked
• Free food every shift
• Next Day Pay
• Flexible scheduling – no late nights
• Paid time off
• 50% off when off-duty
• Health/Dental/Vision benefits available for full-time employees
• Pet insurance
• Discounted college courses
• Scholarship opportunities
• Employee wellness & assistance programs
• Training and a clear path to grow into higher-level leadership roles

We believe in growing our team members and often promote from within, providing pathways for career advancement

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled