Sample shift manager job description

[Company X] is searching for a shift manager to support and lead our team in daily operations. The candidate will act as a team leader and role model, supporting staff in their duties and ensuring customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include opening and closing out registers, maintaining a fully stocked inventory, receiving order shipments, supervising employees, and providing exceptional customer service. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, equipped with great multitasking abilities and excellent team leadership skills.

Objectives of this role

  • Lead and supervise employees 

  • Maintain a clean store or restaurant in accordance with sanitary and safety regulations

  • Resolve on-the-job conflicts and promote a positive work environment 

  • Receive and coordinate shipments 

  • Anticipate customer needs and provide excellent service 

  • Support team members and answer questions

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations, such as managing reservations, ordering food supplies, and tracking revenues 

  • Delegate and supervise tasks with an eye toward efficiency 

  • Train new hires, setting them up for success

  • Coordinate deliveries with suppliers 

  • Perform opening and closing duties, such as taking inventory and balancing the register 

  • Communicate with customers, resolving any complaints with professionalism

Skills and qualifications

  • Impeccable customer service skills 

  • Solid bookkeeping abilities 

  • Strong understanding of restaurant or store operations

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team 

  • Superb with time management

  • Excellent organizational skills

Preferred qualifications

  • Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs

  • Great conflict-resolution skills 

  • Ability to remain calm under pressure 

  • Skilled verbal and written communicator

  • Detail-oriented with an eye toward cleanliness

  • Experience working in the food service industry