Restaurant Shift Leader

Restaurant Shift Leader — Leader in Training

Country Chicken N’ Fish | Lakeland, FL 33805

$16–$18 per hour + performance bonus opportunities

Full-time and part-time | On-site

1263 Kathleen Road

Lead a strong shift. Build a stronger future.

You’re the person your team counts on when the rush hits. You notice what needs attention, step in to help, and keep people focused. If you’re ready to develop your leadership—and help others grow, too.

Country Chicken N’ Fish is hiring a Restaurant Shift Leader / Leader in Training in Lakeland. This opportunity is for a dependable shift lead, restaurant trainer, or experienced team member who takes initiative and wants to earn greater responsibility.

Why build your career at CCF?

• $16–$18/hour base pay, plus performance bonus opportunities.
• Direct mentorship from the owner and hands-on leadership development.
• Paid training to strengthen your restaurant operations and coaching skills.
• Paid time off, employee discounts, and flexible scheduling.
• Opportunities to advance into greater leadership responsibility based on readiness, performance, and business needs.
• A local workplace where your ideas, effort, and results can make a visible difference.
• Closed on Sunday

What you’ll lead

You’ll work alongside the team to keep our drive-thru, pickup window, and kitchen running smoothly.

• Coordinate team members and priorities during each shift.
• Keep orders moving quickly and accurately while protecting food quality.
• Coach team members with clear direction, encouragement, and respectful accountability.
• Help guests feel acknowledged and cared for, including when resolving concerns.
• Monitor food safety, cleanliness, preparation, and service standards.
• Keep the team focused on completing orders during busy periods.
• Use slower moments to organize, restock, train, and prepare for the next rush.
• Identify problems early, take action within your responsibility, and communicate with leadership.

What makes you a strong fit

You lead by example. You’re ready to do the work you ask others to do. You are a servant leader.

You follow through. Your teammates can count on your attendance, preparation, and communication.

You develop people. You explain the standard, demonstrate it, and help others improve.

You take ownership. You acknowledge mistakes and work toward solutions.

You welcome coaching. You seek feedback and use it to improve.

Previous experience as a restaurant shift leader, crew trainer, kitchen lead, team leader, or assistant manager is preferred. Strong restaurant team members who can demonstrate initiative and leadership potential are also encouraged to apply.

Quick-service, fast-casual, kitchen, or drive-thru experience is especially valuable.

Small shack. Big pride.

Country Chicken N’ Fish is Lakeland’s original chicken shack, serving Southern favorites through our drive-thru and pickup window since 1983.

We believe in good food, good people, and a great community. Being INCREDIBLE starts with everyday actions: preparing food with care, supporting teammates, keeping our word, and treating people well.

Ready to lead and grow?

Apply today

Country Chicken N’ Fish — Crispy chicken. Hometown heart. Since ’83.

• At Country Chicken ‘n Fish, we are passionate about serving the best products and providing the best service to our guests.
• Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat – it's a gathering place where friends and families come together to enjoy delicious meals, warm hospitality, and exceptional service.
• Our team is the heart and soul of our restaurant, and we take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour

Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Other

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Other

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site

Country Chicken n Fish - Lakeland. 1263 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland, FL, 33805