What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Leader position at Dogs & Cream?
About Us
Dogs & Cream is a casual, high-energy, community-focused restaurant known for premium hot dogs, craft burgers, comfort food favorites, & incredible ice cream served with a smile.
Guests love us for our friendly service, sparkling clean environment, and welcoming atmosphere—whether they're stopping by for a dine-in lunch, hitting the drive-thru , or grabbing a sweet after school treat. While Dogs & Cream is conveniently located in Elkhorn, it is an easy, straight-shot 20-25 minute highway commute for candidates coming from Whitewater, Burlington, or Mukwonago
Join Our Leadership Team in Elkhorn!
We are expanding our leadership team in Elkhorn! No management experience is required for this position! If you bring the hustle and a great attitude, we’ll provide the leadership training. We need positive, motivated candidates who love food, people, and a highly productive environment, that want to grow with us.
What You Will Do (The Inside Scoop)
We believe in leading by example. As a Team Leader, you aren’t sitting in a back office doing paperwork—you are the heartbeat of the shift, spending about 98% of your time right alongside your team! You’ll be fully hands-on, diving into the daily action:
- Master the Menu: Crafting premium hot dogs, making craft burgers, and serving our tasty-cool shakes.
- Guest First: Greeting customers with genuine warmth, taking orders at the counter, and rocking the drive-thru.
- Keep it Sparkling: Leading the charge on cleanliness by maintaining equipment, washing dishes, and keeping the kitchen and dining areas pristine.
- Shift Control: Running great shifts self-sufficiently, keeping wait times low, and ensuring food quality and food safety standards are strictly followed.
- Mentorship: Training and coaching team members to reach "Best on the Block" standards.
We will teach you everything you need to know! While you bring the food experience and the hustle, we will provide all the training you need to master our specific operations, equipment, and recipes.
The Schedule & Vibe
We value consistency and work-life balance, which is why we offer a predictable, full-time schedule:
- 4 to 5 days per week
- 10-hour shifts (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM) * Must have flexibility to work weekends.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience dealing with food (Quick Service or Fast Casual restaurant experience required).
- Attitude: A positive, high-energy attitude (it’s contagious!).
- Reliability: Our community counts on us to be open and ready to serve—punctuality is a must.
- Pace: Ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment and seamlessly switch gears. You know how to keep your cool during the rushes, and you’re equally comfortable flying solo during our quieter hours—taking orders, prepping food, and holding down the fort with a smile..
Why Dog’s & Cream? (The Perks)
- Advancement Opportunities: We are an upcoming, growing brand! This isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for your career. We actively look to promote from within.
- Great Hours: No super-late nights or exhausting early-morning opens.
- Paid Training: Get paid while you learn the ropes.
- Employee Discount: Enjoy our burgers, dogs, and shakes both on and off the clock.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Rest and recharge on us.
- Positive Culture: Work in a vibrant, supportive environment where your hard work and initiative are noticed, appreciated, and rewarded.
Ready to Lead the Pack?
Apply today and help us serve hot food with a cool attitude at Dog’s & Cream!
Want to Learn More: Visit our website at www.dogsandcream.com.
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Quick service or fast food restaurant: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Elkhorn, WI 53121 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14