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Restaurant Key/Lead-Metairie

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
Metairie, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Key Employee

Gus’s World-Famous Fried Chicken, a beloved institution known for its mouth-watering fried chicken, is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as a Lead! We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, customer service, and leadership, and who will help us continue to grow as a company.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated employees who share your passion for amazing food and exceptional service. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, ensuring that everything runs smoothly, and guests leave satisfied.

As the ideal candidate, you have a proven track record of success in the food service industry, specifically in a leadership role. You are a natural leader who can motivate and inspire your team to achieve their best, while maintaining a positive and respectful work environment. You are also a creative problem-solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions to ensure the best possible guest experience.

Responsibilities:

- Provide exceptional customer service to all guests

- Train, coach, and mentor team members to ensure they are performing at their best

- Manage daily operations, including inventory management, scheduling, and cash handling

- Ensure that food is prepared and presented according to Gus’s World-Famous Fried Chicken’s standards

- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment

- Collaborate with other team members to develop and implement new strategies for growth and success

Requirements:

- 3 years of experience in the food service industry, with a minimum of 1 year in a leadership role

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

- Passion for food and hospitality

- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and a fun and supportive work environment. If you’re ready to join a team that values exceptional service and provides opportunities for growth apply now!

If you are not familiar with our brand, Gus’s is a full-service restaurant serving beer and wine, alongside what is arguably the best fried chicken in the world. Gus’s is the winner of the National Fried Chicken Festival, has been featured on Travel Channel and Food Network, and we have been in numerous articles including Forbes, GQ, Garden & Gun, Southern Living, and many, many more.

To learn more about our amazing brand, visit: https://www.gusfriedchicken.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have open availability ?
  • Can you stand for 8 hours a day ?
  • Are you available weekends ?
  • Are you available nights ?

Experience:

  • Restaurant Leadership: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18

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