Shift Leader

Taco Time Northwest

. Train employees . Plan, assign, and direct work . Evaluate daily performance . Reward and coach employees . Address complaints and resolve problems in the absence of a manager . Maintain a high level of guest service

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeKent • Washington • United StatesSenior💰 $24 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in training and directing team members while maintaining exceptional guest service and operational efficiency. Proficient in problem-solving, communication, and enforcing safety policies in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Food Handlers PermitCustomer Service CommitmentTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingBasic Math Skills

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Hard Skills

Performance EvaluationShift Goal ExecutionCash Control ReconciliationMenu KnowledgeFood Preparation Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Multi-taskCoaching and MentoringListening Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Food Handlers Permit

Industry Keywords

Restaurant OperationsGuest ServiceWorkplace Safety PoliciesFast Paced EnvironmentCorporate Owned Restaurant

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Train employees
Plan, assign, and direct work
Evaluate daily performance
Reward and coach employees
Address complaints and resolve problems in the absence of a manager
Maintain a high level of guest service and exceptional dining experience
Direct, coordinate, and participate in preparation, cooking, assembling, or packaging of food
Issue written and oral instructions and establish priorities and sequences to expedite workflow
Assign duties and examine work for completeness, efficiency, and conformance to policies and procedures
Reconcile daily receipts using cash control sheet and daily sales log
Record drops and bank daily
Demonstrate complete understanding of the menu
Assist with serving orders while tending to guest needs
Coach others through enforcement of workplace safety policies and procedures
Communicate performance issues to the assistant general manager and general manager
Create and execute shift goals and enforce policies during the shift

Requirements

What you’ll need

Food handlers permit
Three months to six months of practical experience in a corporate owned restaurant
Must be 18 years of age or older
Highest commitment to quality customer service
Ability to work with a team
Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Strong communication skills and ability to listen attentively to guests and team members
Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and promote quality
Ability to work with minimal supervision and problem solve
Basic math skills
Must be able to frequently move and/or lift products and containers from 10 to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Incentive bonus potential up to $800
Pay day every Friday
Medical and dental benefits
401k retirement plans
Childcare assistance
Education assistance
Quality of life and flexible schedules
Free employee shift meals
Paid time off
Promotions from within
Taco Time Cares employee hardship program
Employee discount for employee and immediate family
Employees can purchase up to $40.00 worth of Taco Time, 3 times per week during non-prime time hours using the Taco Time NW App