TEAM LEADER/SHIFT LEADER

RESTAURANT SHIFT LEADER – CLOSED SUNDAYS | NO LATE NIGHTS | $15–$19/HOUR

Chicken Salad Chick in East TN is growing, and we’re looking for driven, dependable, positive Shift Leaders to grow with us!

We offer a restaurant environment that is different from typical fast food:

• Always closed on Sundays

• No extremely early mornings or late nights

• No fryers and no grease—at all!

• A true family environment where people support one another

• Paid training and opportunities to develop your leadership skills

• Opportunities for advancement—we believe in promoting from within

• Tips and bonus opportunities

• Health, dental, and vision insurance and paid time off for eligible employees

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with restaurant experience who is ready to take the next step into leadership, or an experienced Shift Leader looking for a healthier work environment and room to grow.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Shift Leader, you’ll serve as the Manager on Duty and help create a positive experience for both our guests and team members. You’ll lead by example, keep the shift organized, and support the restaurant’s daily operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead and motivate team members throughout the shift

• Assign positions and help the team stay organized

• Deliver exceptional hospitality to every guest

• Coach and train team members in a positive, respectful way

• Maintain food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation standards

• Follow food-safety and company procedures

• Assist with opening or closing responsibilities

• Help resolve guest or team concerns when needed

• Support the General Manager and Assistant Manager in achieving restaurant goals

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Dependable and punctual

• Positive, encouraging leadership style

• Strong communication and guest-service skills

• Ability to remain calm and organized during busy shifts

• Willingness to learn every restaurant position

• Reliable transportation

• Restaurant or leadership experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right person

• Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout the shift

• Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds

• Availability to work approximately 30-40 hours per week

WHY CHICKEN SALAD CHICK?

We’re more than a place to work—we’re a growing team that genuinely cares about our people. We want our team members to enjoy coming to work, feel appreciated, and have a clear opportunity to grow. If you’re looking for a leadership position without late nights, Sundays, fryers, or a greasy kitchen, we would love to meet you.

Apply today and grow your career with Chicken Salad Chick!

Chicken Salad Chick is THE place for chicken salad lovers to rejoice! We’ve taken this Southern favorite to a whole new level with over twelve flavors! We also offer tasty soups, sides, and desserts in addition to the chicken salad that started it all.
Want to be a part of the Chick? Looking for a restaurant career like no other you have ever experienced? One in which life balance is a part of our culture. Yep, we are closed on Sundays, and have no early morning late night hours of operations. Looking for a great opportunity to be in on a ground floor opportunity with one of the fastest growing regional chains in the Quick Casual Restaurant segment?

Benefits

Tips, Dental insurance, Health insurance

Job Type

Full time, Part time