Shift Manager

Huddle House

Central City, KY, 42330

Full Time

1 October 2026

HUDDLE HOUSE is a unique member of the communities it serves. The bonds created between our team members and our customers are unlike those seen in most other chain restaurants. Our Company Purpose reflects this unique element of the Huddle House dining experience:

Bringing Friends and Families Together over Delicious Food Served from the Heart.

At Huddle House, we believe it’s “YOUR HOUSE. YOUR KITCHEN.” Huddle House is the place where the guest is the boss. We’re giving families across America a place that gives them exactly what they want: freshly prepared food, any way they like it. Whether it’s a quick bite before work, or a place to sit, chat and laugh with family and friends, we tell guests: “Get comfortable…this is YOUR HOUSE and YOUR KITCHEN”.

JOB SUMMARY

The Shift Manager will oversee the day to day operation and direction of team members during assigned shifts to ensure outstanding service and guest satisfaction. The incumbent will be responsible for restaurant operations during shifts when management is not present. This person will be expected to provide excellent customer service at all times and will be a strong teammate to our franchise partner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage each shift and the issues that occur during the shift such as tardy employees, customer complaints, food delivery, etc.
Complete all daily paperwork at the unit level including red book information, shift inventories and all other necessary paperwork to insure the unit's profitability
Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation in your unit
Enforce all brands standards, company policies and procedures
Train all levels of staff in proper operations of the unit for POS systems and back of house functions to all levels of front of house operations
Ensure that each customer is completely satisfied during their visit
Represent the company with professionalism at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to communicate effectively with all hourly associates
Ability to cover all shifts during the normal operation of the unit
Previous restaurant experience required

OUR VALUES

Commitment to Excellence
Work Hard
Teamwork
Make a Difference
Have Fun

FAQ's:

Q) Does Huddle House hire for 24-hour diner operations?

A) Yes, many locations operate all day.

Q) Are open-grill cooking roles common?

A) Yes, cooks prepare meals in open kitchens.

Q) Do servers handle overnight guests?

A) Yes, service continues overnight.

Q) Is breakfast served all day?

A) Yes, breakfast items are always available.

Q) Are small-team shifts typical?

A) Yes, lean staffing is common.