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Shift Leader

  • Ottawa, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 7, 2026
  • 1 position

$19–$23 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Shift Leader oversees daily restaurant operations to ensure high-quality food production and a superior guest experience. They are responsible for managing inventory, controlling labor costs, and supporting the development and engagement of the team.

Job details

Job Purpose Participate in and oversee the efficient functioning of the restaurant during your shift to ensure a memorable experience for our guests, while using an active, hands-on approach. Key Responsibilities Support the assembly of a passionate team Deploy consistent employee practices that focus on performance, development and engagement. Welcome and train new team members Support team members with their performance and development Drive enthusiasm and support engagement efforts Contribute to the creation of raving fans Deploy consistent customer practices that focus on food, service and atmosphere. Get involved in shared responsibilities Prep and monitor activities in the production of a superior product Follow organized and efficient systems daily Take charge of product quality and guest experience Play an active role in a growing business Deploy consistent business practices that focus on sales, cost control and profitability. Control inventory accuracy Control cost of labour Oversee facility maintenance Ensure product availability and business profitability Join a Team That Invests in You Join a team that invests in your success, well-being, and career development. Access to virtual healthcare through TELUS Health Receive tuition reimbursement for eligible programs Enjoy free employee meals during your shifts Earn gratuities and customer service bonuses Benefit from flexible scheduling Be recognized through our Employee of the Month program Access training, development, and advancement opportunities Work with a supportive team in a fun, fast-paced environment Competitive Compensation & Earning Potential $19.30 - $22.85 + applicable bonuses, employee benefits and gratuities #FGHIRING

What you’ll do

The Shift Leader oversees daily restaurant operations to ensure high-quality food production and a superior guest experience. They are responsible for managing inventory, controlling labor costs, and supporting the development and engagement of the team.

Requirements

The role requires a hands-on approach to leadership, including training new staff and maintaining consistent business practices. Candidates should be capable of managing production systems and facility maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Virtual healthcare
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Free employee meals
  • Gratuities
  • Customer service bonuses
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Employee of the month program
  • Training and development

Listed skills

  • Customer service · Preferred
  • Operational Efficiency · Preferred
  • Cost Control · Preferred
  • Team Leadership · Preferred
  • Sales Growth · Preferred
  • Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Team leadership
  • Staff training
  • Inventory management
  • Cost control
  • Customer service
  • Food production
  • Facility maintenance
  • Performance management
  • Sales growth
  • Operational efficiency
  • Facility Repair And Maintenance
  • Cost Control
  • Virtual Health
  • Customer Service
  • Training And Development
  • Food Services
  • Sales
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Product Quality (QA/QC)
  • Enthusiasm

Job areas

  • Hospitality
  • Food & Beverage
  • Management & Leadership
  • Customer Service & Support
  • Retail
  • Shift Leader
  • Restaurant / Food Service Supervisor
  • Restaurant Managers
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

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