Demo

Shift Lead (manager)

Five Guys
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/29/2026
Job Requirements

Join our Team & Grow with US!

Opening New Locations across Kentucky & Indiana!

The pay for this position is $14-$18/hour Tips Bonus

At Five Guys, we serve outstanding burgers and fries, in clean restaurants with a top tiered customer service approach!

Shift managers are trained to perform all of the duties preformed by the Crew Members and Shift Leaders, with additional responsibility for directing the daily operations of a restaurant in the General Manager’s absence: ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of operation including product prep and delivery, customer relations, restaurant maintenance, team and inventory management, and other duties as required or assigned.

What can you expect?

  • Real work/life hours of operation. Most locations open at 11:00 am and close at 10:00 pm with no drive-thrus.
  • Comprehensive and customizable benefits – medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, 401(k) with match based on eligibility. As well as an Employee Assistance Program, and an Employee Relief Fund made possible by our owners and employees.
  • Real career growth with plans to open more than an estimated 1000 new locations across North America, with emphasis on promoting from within.
  • Secret Shopper bonus plan in addition to your base pay. We have 2 Secret Shops each week and everyone on your team working during those shifts is eligible for bonuses based on the results of those visits.

What's in it for you?

  • A fast-paced, high-energy environment
  • Competitive base pay and excellent potential bonus
  • Work with fresh ingredients and highest quality products
  • A fun work environment and culture where we take food quality and food safety very seriously but do not take ourselves too seriously. 
  • Amazing growth opportunities
  • Free Meals while you work
  • 401(k), Medical, Dental and Vision based on eligibility

What are we looking for?

* You have 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a food service or retail environment preferred

* You are all about creating a great place to work for your team.

* You want to make your customer's day and it shows in the way you are fanatical about serving amazing food with a big smile.

* You are -- honest, energetic, motivational and fun.

* You set high standards for yourself and for your team.

Five Guys Core Convictions:

  • R emain Humble - It means you're never above having to do the dishes.
  • E xceed Expectations - Consistently give them more than they asked for.
  • A lways Do The Right Thing - Let your conscience be your guide and your grit.
  • L ead By Example - Show them what it looks like to be a great leader.

 


 Know Your Rights EEO poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster



It is the policy of Five Guys to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons.

The Company strives to increase representation of women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities in all areas of the Company.



Salary : $14 - $18

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Shift Lead (manager)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Shift Lead (manager) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$60,407 - $82,635
Income Estimation: 
$87,191 - $115,531
Income Estimation: 
$73,009 - $128,910
Income Estimation: 
$107,619 - $164,391
Income Estimation: 
$69,123 - $132,865
Income Estimation: 
$83,534 - $111,245
Income Estimation: 
$70,778 - $99,774
Income Estimation: 
$109,459 - $143,369
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Five Guys

  • Five Guys Rio, NM
  • The pay for this position starts at $15.00/hour Tips Bonus Be a Leader. Be a Difference Maker. At our restaurant, Shift Leaders aren’t just supervisors—the... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Five Guys Dover, NH
  • Gellert Hospitality Group is a proud Five Guys franchisee seeking exceptional talent to join our team. If you have a passion for providing excellent custom... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Five Guys Mobile, AL
  • Five Guys Burgers and Fries is one of America's most successful hamburger concepts, not just for its food, ranked the #1 burger in America by Zagat survey,... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Five Guys Dothan, AL
  • The pay for this position is $17.00/hour Tips Bonus At Five Guys, we serve outstanding burgers and fries, in clean restaurants with a top tiered customer s... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Shift Lead (manager) jobs in the Louisville, KY area that may be a better fit.

  • Whistle Express Car Wash Jeffersonville, IN
  • Key Responsibilities Customer Engagement Greet customers as they arrive and provide a positive, friendly experience. Answer customer questions about servic... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Take 5 Car Wash Jeffersonville, IN
  • Key Responsibilities Customer Engagement Greet customers as they arrive and provide a positive, friendly experience. Answer customer questions about servic... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!