Shift Leader - Five Guys, Cornelius

Job Title: Shift Leader – Five Guys

Pay Potential: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour (Earn more with Tips & Weekly Bonuses!)

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Location: Cornelius | 17078 Nat Bynum Ln, Cornelius, NC 28031, USA

Lead a \No Jerks\ Team with a Purpose!

Welcome to Life’s Food , a premier Five Guys franchisee where we lead with a Servant’s Heart . We don’t just sling the industry’s best burgers and fresh-cut fries; we build leaders and support global missions.

We aren't looking for someone to just watch a clock. We need a Shift Leader who can bring the energy, coach the crew, and ensure every guest gets a \Gold Standard\ experience. If you’re a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants your work to mean something more, you belong here.

What You’ll Do (The Lead Role)

• Command the Kitchen: You’ll oversee the grill, fry station, and dressing table to ensure our \no freezer\ freshness is handled perfectly.
• Coach & Mentor: You aren't just a boss; you’re a teacher. You’ll guide Crew Members, keep morale high, and ensure the \No Jerks\ culture stays alive.
• Own the Standard: You’ll be the gatekeeper of quality, cleanliness, and speed, ensuring the team is always ready for our Weekly Secret Shoppers .
• Customer Connection: Lead the charge in high-energy service, resolving issues on the fly and making sure the dining room is spotless.

Who You Are

• Experienced: You have previous leadership experience (Shift Lead, Supervisor, or Manager) in food service or retail.
• High Energy: You thrive in loud, high-volume environments and can keep your cool when the line is out the door.
• Reliable & Ethical: You lead by example. You show up on time, work hard, and always look for ways to help your team.
• Mission-Driven: You want to be part of a company that funds charity work locally and globally.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Total Pay: Base Pay + Cash/Credit Tips + Weekly Secret Shopper Bonuses (The harder your team works, the more you earn!).
• Free Meals: Enjoy a free Five Guys meal every single shift.
• Professional Growth: We don't just hire managers; we develop them. We actively promote from within to Assistant and General Management.
• Real Impact: Your hard work directly supports local and global missions through the Life’s Food initiative.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

With or without reasonable accommodation, team members must be able to:

• Stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift (with scheduled breaks) on tile or non-slip floors

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs (e.g., potato bags, produce boxes, oil containers), including from floor to shoulder height

• Push and pull loaded carts, supply bins, and trash/grease receptacles

• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, and reach overhead or below waist level to stock, retrieve supplies, and clean

• Use hands repetitively, with the finger dexterity needed for the POS, food assembly, and wrapping

• Safely operate hot equipment (flat-top grills, fryers) and tolerate heat, steam, and hot oil

• Move between the hot cook line and cooler areas (walk-ins, outdoor delivery/trash areas)

• Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, noisy kitchen

• Use close, distance, and peripheral vision to read tickets, monitor the grill, and run the register

• Communicate clearly with guests and teammates and follow safety instructions

Allergen Notice: We cook exclusively in peanut oil, and whole peanuts are served in-restaurant. Team members will regularly handle or be exposed to peanuts, peanut oil, and peanut dust.

Ready to step up? Apply today and join the Life's Food family!

Life’s Food is a family-owned franchise group proudly operating over 33 Five Guys restaurants across the Carolinas and Tennessee. For three years running, our employees have recognized us as a \Great Place to Work,\ reflecting our commitment to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace. Learn more about