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Night Shift Leader

Popeyes
Waterbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
The Shift Leader with Popeyes will have skills and behaviors to create memorable experiences for our Guests. A Shift Leader is passionate about providing Guests with the best experience possible. Must be able to follow Cajun Hospitality: Smile, make eye contact, greet the Guest, repeat the order, and thank the Guest. Shift leaders must enjoy working with people who take food seriously yet have fun preparing and serving it. Must be committed to contributing to the collaborative spirit of the team, be energized by the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore your career potential.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGreets Guests with a smile while receiving orders and processing paymentsPrepares and packages food and drink productsResponsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant, including dining room, restroom & exteriorMaintains health and safety standards in work areasDemonstrate knowledge of the brand and menu itemsCheck food quality and food temperature throughout the day to ensure the food is fresh and safe to serveUnloads and stocks inventory items as neededPrompt and regular attendance on assigned shiftsActs with integrity and honesty, and promotes the culture of HIgh Noon PopeyesQualifications and skillsMust be at least eighteen (18) years of ageComfortable working in a fast paced environmentAbility to interact in a positive and professional manner with Guests and coworkersWillingness to learn all areas of restaurant operations & work multiple stationsAvailable to work evenings, weekends and holidaysPhysical DemandsMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and or up to 15 pounds of force frequently, Ability to carry products/boxes and miscellaneous weighing no more than 60 poundsConsistently operates registersConsistently handle product preparationConsistently kneel and follow proper lifting proceduresFrequently stoop and pick up supplies and trashConsistently y push to open and close door to store and storage shed as well as cooler and freezersConsistently stand during serving customers and trainingConsistently talk to and listen to fellow team members and GuestsConsistently lifts for product preparation, stocking and inventoryPopeyes is an equal opportunity employer that makes employment decisions based on skills and experience and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.Job Type : Full-timeFounded in 1972, Popeyes® has more than 40 years of history and culinary tradition. Popeyes® owes its beginnings to entrepreneur and culinary innovator, Al Copeland. With one small restaurant and a big idea, Copeland introduced the New Orleans–style fried chicken that has now made the brand famous throughout the world. Popeyes® culinary heritage is built upon the rich Cajun and creole flavor profiles that are unmistakably Louisiana. We continuously draw upon and celebrate this heritage to inspire new, authentic menu creations the world craves. Popeyes distinguishes itself with a unique New Orleans style menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp and other regional items. This unique and flavorful food has allowed Popeyes to become one of the world’s largest chicken quick service restaurants, with over 2,700 restaurants in the U.S. and around the world.

Salary : $15 - $17

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