What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shift Leader position at Dunkin'?
America runs on Dunkin’, and so do our teams! We’re seeking motivated, energetic, and reliable individuals to join our team as Shift Leaders. This is your opportunity to lead the way - ignite teams, wow guests, and level up your career!
Shift Leaders are generally responsible for coaching Dunkin’ Restaurant Team Members throughout their shift to execute operational Brand standards and deliver great guest service. They set goals, provide job assignments, and motivate others by providing timely feedback.
Responsibilities Include:
- Perform all responsibilities of restaurant team members
- Support the Restaurant Manager in meeting operational goals and execution
- Ensure Brand standards are met throughout shift including preparation of food and beverages
- Communicate shift priorities, goals and results to restaurant team members
- Complete shift deployment plans for shifts to ensure positions are adequately supported
- Coach restaurant team members as needed throughout a shift providing timely, constructive and clear feedback
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient use of resources.
- Support the training of restaurant team members as needed
- Perform oversight of franchisee safety, security and profitability policies/processes throughout a shift
- Communicate clearly with the next Shift Leader to help prepare him/her for shift
- Ensure Food Safety standards are met
- Manage Inventory throughout the shift
- Provide great guest service and coach restaurant team members to do the same
- Handle customer complaints, conflicts, and emergencies, make quick decisions to resolve issues and maintain a positive reputation for the restaurant.
- Manage cash over/short during shift and ensures restaurant team members are following cash franchisee management policies
- Monitor employee attendance, punctuality, and adherence to company policies.
Education/Experience:
- Basic computer skills
- Fluent in spoken and written English or the local language in which you serve.
- Previous leadership experience in retail, restaurant or hospitality preferred.
Key Competencies
- Works well with others in a fastpaced team environment
- On time, demonstrates honesty and a positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and adapt to change
- Guest focused
- Ability to assist with training
- Problem solving
- Motivating others
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
- Standing on feet
- Repetitive motion including bending, stooping and reaching
- Lifting objects, ice, products, boxes up to 20lbs (if applicable)
- Wearing a headset
- Working in a small space
Ready to Lead the Way?
If you’re ready to energize your career and be part of a fun, fast-paced team, apply today and start your journey with Dunkin’!