Shift Leader

Location: Eldridge, TX • Full-Time • Hourly (Non-Exempt) • Reports to: Store / Assistant Manager

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

About 85°C Bakery Cafe

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.

The Role

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.

What You'll Do

• 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.

• What We're Looking For

• 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.

Growth & Development

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.

Compensation & Benefits

What we offer:

Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offPaid training and ongoing leadership developmentEmployee discount and complimentary bakery products401(k) retirement plan****Real opportunities for advancement and internal promotion

Compensation

Details

Base Pay

$[17.25] – $[17.25] per [hour/year], 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.

How to Apply

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.

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.