Shift Manager

Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. is a leading casual dining restaurant and sports bar chain famous for its vibrant atmosphere, signature sauces, and a strong emphasis on providing an exceptional guest experience. Known as the home of the greatest of all times, Buffalo Wild Wings fuels moments worth sharing for both guests and team members. The company prides itself on being a place where teamwork, energy, and fun come together to create legendary experiences that last a lifetime. With a focus on continuous growth and development, Buffalo Wild Wings offers its employees various opportunities to advance their careers within the company or benefit from the skills and experience gained to pursue other endeavors in the restaurant industry. This is more than just a job; it's a way to be part of a dynamic team passionate about providing enthusiastic service in a fast-paced, enjoyable environment.

The Shift Manager role at Buffalo Wild Wings is integral to maintaining and enhancing this signature experience. As a Shift Manager, you will supervise the operation of the restaurant on a shift-by-shift basis ensuring all tasks and responsibilities are executed efficiently. Your leadership will support the management team in motivating and coaching staff, fostering teamwork, and ensuring guest satisfaction. This role involves overseeing daily operations including managing staff performance, maintaining quality standards, assisting in scheduling, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. You will be responsible for creating a positive work environment where team members feel valued and encouraged to deliver outstanding service. The position demands excellent time management, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Shift Managers act as ambassadors for the brand, championing the company’s mission to fuel memorable moments and provide best-in-class training and continuous learning opportunities for every employee.

Buffalo Wild Wings offers an attractive compensation package including weekly pay and a flexible schedule designed to support a healthy work-life balance. Additional perks include free shift meals, family dining discounts subject to eligibility, and paid time off. The restaurant chain provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, as well as 401(k) retirement plans with company support. Employees have access to tuition benefits designed to support ongoing education and personal growth. The company also features a robust rewards and recognition program including cash referral programs, training contests, and a slip-resistant shoes program to enhance safety. There are numerous wellbeing support tools and initiatives such as the Champions of Hope program and the Journey Wellbeing Support Tool designed to maintain employee health and happiness. Community and charitable involvement is encouraged through programs like the Igniting Dreams Grant Program, reinforcing Buffalo Wild Wings’ commitment to positively impacting society beyond the restaurant walls.

Joining Buffalo Wild Wings as a Shift Manager means stepping into a high-energy role that combines leadership, customer service, and operational management in a supportive and fun environment. Whether you have prior restaurant experience or are seeking growth opportunities in hospitality management, Buffalo Wild Wings welcomes diverse backgrounds and encourages all motivated individuals who understand the importance of fueling moments worth sharing to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Buffalo Wild Wings values inclusion and equal access for all team members. This role does require minimum age adherence to serve alcoholic beverages according to applicable laws and a preference for candidates with at least two years of restaurant or bar experience. Overall, this role is perfect for those who want to develop their management skills, enjoy dynamic workdays, and be part of a team that celebrates success with energy and camaraderie.