Shift Lead - Fresh Smoothie Cafe Team Leader

Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s menu boasts bold, flavorful smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made-to-order from the freshest ingredients. We find that superior, simple ingredients including real fruits and veggies just tastes better. Job Purpose Shift Leads serve as the Team Leader. They not only help Guests meet their fitness and nutrition goals by assisting them to help select smoothies, food items and retail products that inspire them maintain a healthy and active lifestyle but, also, provide guidance to Team Members when General Managers are not in the store. Duties and Responsibilities Composure “Thinks on their feet" at all times regardless of internal or external pressures

• Informs General Manager to all problems or unusual matters of significance
• Assists Team Members at the point of sale (POS) with upselling

Delegation Ensures deployment maps are in use and all Team Members understand assigned stations to maintain efficient store operations Assists in Team Member management during scheduled shifts Drive For Results Supports and adheres to company standards for operations, marketing/communications and brand identity Encourages Team Members on shift to exceed goals and complete all checklist tasks Ethics and Values Fulfills cash handling and inventory reporting responsibilities with honesty Is trusted and relied upon with sensitive information from both their Team and General Manager Lives and promotes the culture, values, vision and mission of Tropical Smoothie “Does things the right way” Exemplifies operational standards to Team Members when completing tasks around the store Guest Focus Is responsible for product and Guest Service experience Ensures Guests purpose is met when smoothies are ordered Greets and engages with the Guest to provide a friendly experience Ensures self and team on shift demonstrate “Guest comes first” attitude Blends smoothie according to the recipe ticket for a consistent taste Self-Development Is willing and looking to take on new tasks outside of their role Asks for feedback from General Manager Time Management Shows up on time for work Balances personal life without interference to their work schedule at Tropical Smoothie Talks through checklist tasks with Team Members that need to be completed during the shift Experience Requirements Guest Service experience in a restaurant or retail environment 6 or more months Essential Job Functions Ability to lead both by example and direction in a fast paced environment Ability to tolerate exposure to a wide variety of fresh, dried and/or frozen products and powdered substances, including, but not limited to, strawberries, bananas, peanuts, tree nuts (such as almonds), milk, soy, proteins, grains, meats, breads, glutens and spices without posing a direct threat to personal health and safety Ability to follow procedures and willingness to comply with dress code requirements Ability to keep the store clean and follow food safety regulations Ability to operate a blender, oven and POS cashier system Ability to move boxes, weighing up to 55 lbs throughout the store Ability to position self to bend, reach and scoop through assigned shifts Ability to be mobile in walk-in refrigerator and freezer with temperatures ranging from 40° F to -10° F Be enthusiastic * Be open to change and have a willingness to learn * Utilize your creative spirit to help on projects inside/outside of the café * Build solid relationships with guests and crew * Live better by promoting the brand and its health benefits * A self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work * Previous supervisory experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Tropical Smoothie Cafe