$$23.50*/HR - Shift Manager - Dave's Hot Chicken (1060)

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
moneybag

Compensation

Hourly
Exact $23.50
diamond

Benefits

competitive pay
Supportive management team
Opportunity for advancement
Team-oriented environment
Travel opportunities
Paid training
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Dave's Hot Chicken is a rapidly expanding restaurant franchise specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken. Established as a local, family-owned business, Dave's Hot Chicken began in Los Angeles and is now bringing its highly successful concept to Portland and all of Oregon. Known for its high-energy atmosphere and consistent commitment to quality, the company is passionate about serving delicious, flavorful hot chicken with an emphasis on hospitality and team collaboration. As the brand grows, it maintains a strong focus on upholding its values of compassion, communication, and collaboration while delivering an outstanding customer experience. The opportunity to join Dave's Hot Chicken means becoming part of a vibrant team dedicated to quality, service, and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment that encourages growth and advancement.

The Shift Manager role at Dave's Hot Chicken is a dynamic position requiring strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality. This role involves overseeing daily restaurant operations, ensuring that customer service standards exceed expectations, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. The Shift Manager will supervise and motivate team members, enforce company policies, and manage staffing, scheduling, and labor cost controls. This is an excellent role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and who enjoys leading by example. The position requires occasional travel to support new restaurant openings, providing opportunities for professional development and broader leadership experience.

The starting wage for this role is $23.50 per hour, which includes an estimated $3.50 per hour in tips. The company values its employees and offers a supportive work environment that promotes teamwork, respect, and hard work. Shift Managers at Dave's Hot Chicken play a crucial role in shaping the customer experience as well as the work culture of the restaurant. The position calls for a leader who is proactive in problem-solving, effective in communication, and committed to creating a positive and team-oriented workplace. The work involves some physical demands, including standing or walking for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and exposure to varying kitchen temperatures and conditions.

Joining Dave's Hot Chicken means becoming part of a growing brand that offers exciting opportunities for career advancement. The company encourages team members to grow their leadership skills and contribute to the success of new and existing locations. If you are a motivated, service-oriented individual with a positive attitude and strong work ethic, this role provides the perfect platform to develop your management career in a vibrant and supportive setting.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older with a valid Food Handler's Permit
  • Completion of Dave's Hot Chicken team member and shift manager training programs
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to train and manage teams
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
  • Must be service-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Bilingual skills a plus
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
  • Ability to perform basic math operations
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for long periods, and work in extreme temperatures

Job Qualifications

  • Completion of Dave's Hot Chicken team member and shift manager training programs
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to train and manage teams
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
  • Service-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Bilingual skills a plus
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
  • Ability to perform basic math operations
  • Must be 18 years or older with a valid Food Handler's Permit

Job Duties

  • Deliver exceptional customer service that exceeds expectations
  • Handle customer concerns and special requests promptly and professionally
  • Oversee daily restaurant operations and anticipate potential issues
  • Enforce Dave's Hot Chicken standards for quality, service, and cleanliness
  • Supervise, train, and motivate team members during your shift
  • Support staffing, scheduling, and labor cost controls
  • Open and close the restaurant as needed
  • Travel to support new restaurant openings when necessary
  • Create a friendly, team-oriented work environment for both staff and customers
  • Maintain all food and cash control procedures
  • Be a leader in promoting company values like compassion, communication, and collaboration
  • Ensure 100% shift attendance and lead by example

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


Job Location

Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.

We'll match you with best jobs

Get job offers faster

Business woman
Business man
Search For More Opportunities:

How Candidates Get Hired Faster

Apply to 2–3 similar roles

Complete profile & get best matches

Check new opportunities daily

Woman chef
Man chef