Restaurant Shift Leader (50504)

VELVET TACO•Chicago, IL

1d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Hiring Immediately Hourly Manager $20 - $25 per hour Are you Relentless in the pursuit of excellence? Maybe even a little Rebellious (especially when it comes to food)? Do you believe teamwork is the secret ingredient to achieving greatness? Do you want to be part of a TRIBE of people who stand together, operate with purpose, and WIN… then Velvet Taco is the place for you! Velvet Taco is a temple to the liberated taco. We are a one-of-a-kind taco concept serving a chef-driven menu in a unique, funky fast-casual setting. Founded on the idea that tacos don’t have to be associated with Tex-Mex cuisine and can be made with the same care and quality ingredients as fine dining, Velvet Taco is where “anything goes meets the art of the possible.” Some cool things about us: we use only the freshest ingredients to offer a menu that explores the edge of multicultural boundaries, taking the taco to a whole new liberated level. We slowly roast our chicken and corn, use lots of booze in our margaritas, and make everything from scratch, which means our food tastes awesome! Our tacos may not change the world, but we think they’re pretty freakin’ great. The best part? Our kick-ass Tribe is at the center of it all! At Velvet Taco, we celebrate individuality! We are an equal opportunity employer and try to select and retain the best Team Members and Managers based on their job-related qualifications, regardless of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or medical condition

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older.
2 years of experience as a Shift Leader/Supervisor in a Restaurant Environment.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays depending on Restaurant needs.
Regularly exposed to heat and/or humid conditions.
Lunch and dinner rushes require constant multitasking in a fluctuating, fast-paced work environment.
Allergen exposure to wheat, nuts, gluten, soy, and milk products on a regular basis
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Kneeling occasionally to reach low storage and refrigeration.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to handle stressful situations with compassion, composure, and professionalism
Possesses a Food Handler's Certification and is comfortable working around food
Possesses an Alcoholic Beverage Service Certification and complies with all regulations
Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision are required
Must possess dexterity to handle tongs, pots/pans, and other equipment

Responsibilities

Manages the Hourly Team Members and interacts with Guests in a friendly, professional, and responsive way.
Executes opening, mid, and closing duties daily following Velvet Taco’s standard procedures and recipe guidelines.
Skilled at handling Guest concerns and guiding them toward a positive resolution.
Adept at cash-handling, setting up POS drawers, performing comps and voids, and managing deposits during the shift.
Presents self as a leader among the Team Members and one that motivates others to follow procedures, work with a sense of urgency, and ensure a positive Guest experience
Skilled at de-escalating issues between Team Members, making everyone feel heard.
Supports Management with the inventory process.
Always keeps food safety a high priority during the shift by performing line checks, checking shelf storage and expiration dates for prepped food, and keeping the restaurant clean and in order.
Manages the daily prep list and signs off on all prepped items to ensure adherence to our specifications and flavor profiles.
It is a role model when it comes to maintaining an environment that is safe for our Team Members & Guests by enforcing the use of cut gloves, keeping floors clean and dry, and removing any obstacles that may prevent a work or dining space.
Communicates and delivers a friendly, welcoming, exceptional guest experience.
Embraces feedback, is eager to learn, and takes accountability for their actions.
Proficient in a fast-paced environment and manages time effectively.
Is comfortable in all areas of the restaurant as it relates to culinary, hospitality, and Guest interaction