FOH Shift Supervisor- Chicago

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for supervising FOH operations in the restaurant by providing information and assistance to hourly staff; assuring that associates are following company policies and procedures, upholding the company's policies for Food Safety & Sanitation, and providing outstanding guest/customer service.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Leads restaurant FOH shift and FOH Department employees to ensure excellent restaurant operations including opening and closing duties.
• Ensures the restaurant is organized and staffed as designated by the existing written schedule prepared by management through proper job assignments, break rotation, and delegation of tasks. Makes floor plans and determines breaks for FOH staff.
• Ensures all staff clock in at the start of their shift.
• Manages job assignments, break rotation and delegation of tasks during shift.
• Handles employee relations issues and concerns when the manager on duty is not present. Communicates any issues or concerns on shift to Senior Management. Properly escalates issues and concerns.
• Provides support and assistance to hourly associates on point of sale and reservations issues.
• Coordinates and conducts excellent customer service to encourage Return of Guest.
• Assists associates as needed to provide hospitality to guests (table visits, refires, etc). Handles guest complaints during the shift, taking prompt and appropriate action to resolve problems. Includes the ability to reasonably utilize comp/promo items for guest recovery. Properly escalates issues to GM/Chef as appropriate.
• Responsible for following and enforcing Company standards, protocols and policies including, without limitation: safety, sanitation, and respectful workplace.
• Responsible for timely and accurate completion and reconciliation of all financial transactions and operating point of sale terminals according to established cash handling guidelines.
• Helps with and may conduct Legal Sea Foods training such as Service and Sanitation, Menu, Fish, and POS for new hires.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Employed with the Company for at least six (6) months with a demonstrated record of satisfactory job performance.
• High School diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Executed Employee Handbook Acknowledgment Form.
• Must be trained in and have the following certifications: ServSafe Food, ServSafe Alcohol/TIPs, Crowd Control, MA Allergen Training, LSF CAR, & Discrimination, Harassment & Retaliation; Prevention Training. ChokeSave (strongly encouraged, but not required if another team member on the shift has this certification).
• Must have a complete background check satisfactory to the Company prior to working in the position.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Must be able to handle guest incidents/complaints.
• Must be knowledgeable of Legal Sea Foods menus, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to handle cash and paperwork accurately.
• Must be well versed in Point of Sale and Reservation systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leads by example and demonstrates good judgment.
• Exhibits and uses good manners, proper personal hygiene, positive attitude, and promptness.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Capable of standing more than 80% of the shift for long periods of time and exert fast paced mobility.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Repetitive hand and wrist motion.

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance , paid vacation , and a 401(k) retirement plan to support your future. Join our team and enjoy great benefits while growing in a rewarding career!

Legal Sea Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.