Shift Lead - Columbus

Brenz Pizza Co • Columbus, OH

10d

About The Position

Brenz Pizza Co is hiring a full-time Shift Lead to lead a skilled team in a fast-paced restaurant kitchen. The role may offer future advancement to General Manager. The Shift Lead helps maintain the company’s standards for food quality, service, and cleanliness, and takes part in day-to-day kitchen work such as cleaning, preparation, and boxing products. The position involves working with kitchen staff, drivers, front-of-house employees, and the General Manager. The lead also helps organize weekly schedules with the General Manager and, for closing leads, orders food from approved vendors and maintains accurate inventory. Compensation is $16.00–$18.00 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in restaurant kitchens and willingness to learn and perform all kitchen jobs.
• Knowledge of the restaurant industry, health standards, and food safety regulations.
• Basic knowledge of profit and loss statements.
• Basic math and accounting skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong guest service, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Full availability for any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work a 40-hour work week.
• Good personal grooming.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours and lift 35–50 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, stretch, and continuously use fingers and wrists bilaterally.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and manage kitchen staff.
• Communicate with staff, drivers, front-of-house employees, and the General Manager.
• Uphold standards for food quality and cleanliness.
• Participate in day-to-day restaurant kitchen tasks, including cleaning, preparation, and boxing products.
• Help organize and create weekly schedules with the General Manager.
• For closing leads, order food from approved vendors and maintain accurate inventory.
• Motivate kitchen staff and help produce high-quality food.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED