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 Shift Leader

Location: UTC, San Diego, CA  •  Full-Time  •  Hourly (Non-Exempt)  •  Reports to: Store / Assistant Manager

Lead the shift, grow your career — your first step into store leadership.

• Bonus program: after employment of 60 and 90 days*
  •            2nd month: $300
    • 3rd month: $450
  • *After successfully completing both Hard Skills and Soft Skills training, the employee will transition to the standard bonus program.

At 85°C Bakery Cafe, we bring together the craft of baking and a genuine passion for hospitality. We're a global bakery cafe known for our fresh-baked breads, signature cakes, and specialty drinks — and we're growing across the U.S. We believe great teams build great stores, and we grow our leaders from within.

As a Shift Leader, you set the tone for every shift you run. You'll lead the team across the storefront and kitchen, deliver an outstanding guest experience, and help associates do their best work. It's a hands-on leadership role and the first step on our management path.

• Lead the team during your shift, keeping service and operations running smoothly across the storefront and kitchen.
• Coach and train associates to meet 85°C's standards for quality and hospitality.
• Create memorable guest experiences and resolve issues in the moment.
• Uphold quality, food safety, cleanliness, and health & safety standards.
• Help open or close the store and keep each shift on time and on standard.

• 6+ months of restaurant, food service, or retail experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and people skills — a natural motivator and team player.
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable leading on the floor.
• Availability of ~30+ hours per week, including holidays, weekends and holidays.

We promote from within and invest in your development. Many of our managers started behind the counter. Wherever you begin, you'll find a clear path forward, cross-training opportunities, and the support to help you take the next step.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training and ongoing leadership development
• Employee discount and complimentary bakery products
• 401(k) retirement plan

• Real opportunities for advancement and internal promotion

Compensation

Details

Base Pay

$21.00 – $23.00 per [hour], based on experience

Performance Bonus

Eligible for our team performance bonus, paid monthly

Earned On

Store sales, profitability, labor management, food-safety audits, and customer satisfaction

Total Target Comp

$[__] – $[__] per year, including bonus potential

The performance bonus is offered as potential or target earnings, not guaranteed pay. It is performance-based and varies by store results, team size, and eligibility. Benefits vary by role, scheduled hours, and location; HR will confirm specific eligibility.

Ready to join us? Apply today through this listing, or visit a store near you to learn more. We can't wait to meet you.

This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing and walking, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures of coolers and freezers. Job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

85°C Bakery Cafe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.