Shift Lead, Kitchen

As a Shift Manager, you are responsible for leading each shift by setting the standard for food quality, hospitality, cleanliness, and teamwork. While your primary focus is leading the kitchen, you are also cross-trained to support the front of the house and ensure the entire restaurant operates efficiently. Our Shift Managers lead by example. They work alongside the team, coach and develop employees, and step into any position when needed. Whether you're on the line, helping guests, counting the nightly deposit, or assisting with inventory, your goal is to create an exceptional experience for both our guests and our team. What You Will Do

• Lead daily restaurant operations while maintaining a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Work line stations including grill, fryer, flat top, bread station, prep, and expo as needed.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes, portion standards, and quality expectations.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, stocking, and maintaining kitchen organization.
• Support the front of the house by running food, assisting guests, helping with the register, and ensuring excellent customer service.
• Learn and perform all restaurant positions so you can effectively support the team wherever needed.
• Help train, coach, and develop team members to meet company standards.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and shift execution.
• Help maintain inventory, monitor product levels, and assist with ordering food and supplies.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are consistently met throughout the restaurant.
• Complete opening and closing procedures, including cleaning, stocking, securing the restaurant, and preparing for the next business day.
• Count cash drawers, balance nightly sales, and complete end-of-day cash procedures.
• Maintain restaurant equipment and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Delegate tasks while working alongside the team to ensure smooth operations during every shift.
• Foster a positive culture built on respect, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Perks of the Job

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development
• Supportive Team Environment

Our Shift Managers are more than supervisors - they are leaders who work beside their team every day. While the primary responsibility is leading the kitchen, Shift Managers are expected to understand every position in the restaurant and be ready to jump in wherever needed. From preparing great food and maintaining inventory to helping guests, training team members, closing the restaurant, and completing nightly cash counts, our managers lead by example and help create a workplace where everyone succeeds together. If you're a dependable leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing others, and believes no job is beneath you, we'd love to have you join our team. Apply today!

Why Hi-Pointe Drive-In? At Hi-Pointe Drive-In, we're chef-driven and people-first. That means we care just as much about the people who work here as we do the food we serve. Every burger, sandwich, shake, and salad is crafted with quality ingredients and creativity, but it's our team that truly makes the experience unforgettable. Being people-first means investing in our employees. We believe in creating an environment where you're respected, supported, and given the tools to grow. Whether you're looking for your first restaurant job or building a long-term career in hospitality, we provide training, mentorship, and real opportunities to advance. We're a growing company with six locations and are continuing to expand. We believe in promoting from within, giving team members the chance to learn new positions, take on leadership roles, and increase their earning potential as they grow with us. No two days are the same. Some weeks are slower, while convention and event seasons can be fast-paced and exciting. We succeed by working together, jumping in where we're needed, and always putting our guests first. If you're someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for taking care of people, you'll fit right in. We're looking for team members who take initiative, enjoy working with the public, and want to be part of a company that's growing - and wants them to grow with it. Join Hi-Pointe Drive-In and become part of a team that's committed to great food, great people, and building something special together.