Join Perkins American Food Co. as a Shift Leader and Start Your Journey to Management!
Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values its employees and sets them up for success? At Perkins, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer a pathway to leadership. Many of our Shift Leaders advance to management roles through personalized training and development. If you're looking for a supportive environment with endless potential, Perkins is the place for you.
Why Choose Perkins?
Competitive Pay – Your hard work deserves great compensation. Daily Pay – Access your earnings whenever you need them. Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and more for you and your family. 401(k) with Company Match – Secure your future with our retirement plan. Flexible Scheduling – Balance work and life with ease. Meal Discounts – Enjoy our delicious homestyle food on us. Employee Development – Follow our structured pathway to grow and advance. College Credit Opportunities – Earn 3 college credits with our management training program. Fun Perks – All-you-can-eat pancakes and exclusive discounts through our Employee Discount Program. About Us
Founded in 1958, Perkins operates over 300 restaurants across the U.S. and Canada. With a mission to deliver delicious, homestyle meals and exceptional service, Perkins has built a reputation for excellence. Be part of a team that’s been delighting guests for decades and is committed to your growth.
What You’ll Do as a Shift Leader
As a Shift Leader, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our guests have an outstanding experience. You’ll work alongside a dynamic team and take ownership of operations during your shifts. Your responsibilities will include:
Greeting, seating, and serving guests to ensure satisfaction. Resolving guest concerns with professionalism and care. Leading and training team members to excel in their roles. Overseeing food quality and safety standards. Managing cash, credit transactions, and guest checks accurately. Supporting a clean, safe, and efficient work environment. What We’re Looking For
Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask. A dependable and trustworthy individual ready to lead by example. Basic understanding of customer service and sanitation practices (training provided). Physical Requirements
While this role involves standing, walking, and occasional lifting, we prioritize creating a comfortable work environment to support our team members’ success.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you’re passionate about hospitality, eager to grow, and want to be part of a company that values its employees, apply now. At Perkins, your success is our success. Let’s build something amazing together!
Compensation: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 277 restaurants in 32 states and two Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 196 franchised units. With its diverse, moderately priced menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery offerings, and its attractive and recently remodeled restaurants designed to facilitate efficiency and guest satisfaction, Perkins American Food Co. is a dining favorite with a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace.
The longevity and success of Perkins American Food Co. is largely attributed to the concept’s ability to adapt to shifts in consumer dining trends and evolving taste preferences while delivering that homestyle goodness that guests crave. At Perkins, we’re always updating our menu with fresh, flavorful and innovative items that take their place right alongside Perkins’ iconic guest favorites, some of which have been on our menu for more than 30 years. We also take great pride in differentiating ourselves with the service and experience we provide. This has and continues to be a hallmark of our brand.
BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS
Perkins has experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place!