Shift leader, Restaurant​/Food Service

The Shift Leader supports daily store operations by supervising crew members during assigned shifts, maintaining food safety and service standards, and ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient work environment. This position assists with training, customer service, and operational execution in a fast‑paced quick‑service restaurant setting while complying with company policies and applicable Oregon and federal labor laws.

• Lead and support store crew during assigned shifts
• Prepare and cook menu items according to company recipes and food safety standards
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve routine customer concerns
• Operate POS systems and handle cash transactions accurately
• Assist with opening and closing procedures
• Monitor product quality, portion control, and inventory levels
• Support onboarding and training of new team members
• Maintain a clean and organized store environment
• Communicate effectively with management regarding operational needs
• Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of the role

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Prior food service, retail, or team leadership experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and supervise a small team
• Oregon Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, as required by Oregon Health Authority)

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs occasionally
• Perform repetitive motions, bending, and reaching
• Work near hot surfaces, fryers, and kitchen equipment

• This is a non‑exempt hourly position eligible for overtime under federal and Oregon wage and hour laws
• Schedules may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Employees receive meal and rest periods in accordance with Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries (BOLI) regulations, which generally include:
• A 30‑minute unpaid meal period for shifts of 6 hours or more
• Paid rest periods based on hours worked (typically 10 minutes for every 4 hours worked)
• Pay practices, recordkeeping, and final wages are administered in compliance with Oregon labor laws

Potato Corner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected under federal, Oregon, or local law.

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Oregon laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants and employees to enable participation in the hiring process and performance of essential job functions.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or responsibilities. Duties may change based on business needs.