Job Description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

About Us:
Wicked Maine Lobster, a family-owned restaurant originating from Southern Maine, brings a slice of authentic Maine experience and San Diego. Since our humble beginnings at farmers markets in 2014 - we've grown into a heavy favorite at Liberty Public Market since its inception in 2016. We believe quality, authenticity and customer experience are the pillars of our success.
Job Summary:
The Shift Lead supports smooth daily operations by keeping the stall stocked and organized, assisting with training, and serving as an on-site resource for the team. This role ensures food safety, consistency, and an efficient workflow throughout each shift. While not a people manager, the Shift Lead helps guide the team, supports troubleshooting, and maintains standards to keep service running effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support - Main Focus

• Put away incoming orders accurately and maintain organized storage areas
• Keep the stall stocked throughout the day to ensure smooth service
• Create proactive restock lists and communicate low or missing items promptly
• Maintain order and cleanliness across prep, service, and storage spaces
• Review daily Pull/Thaw and Waste logs, following up on missed items or concerns
• Step into cook or cashier roles as needed during busy hours or shortages

Team Resource & Support

• Work 4 cook/cashier shifts per week and be on standby 1 day per week
• Serve as the first person on call for shift call-outs and staffing gaps
• Cover staff breaks as needed to maintain service flow
• Cover the Manager's days off and provide shift leadership support
• Help train new staff and provide refreshers for current team members
• Act as an on-site resource by:

• Answering process or product questions
• Providing quick troubleshooting
• Reinforcing food safety and cleanliness standards

Shift Communication

• Share daily reminders, updates, and any changes with the team
• Document and relay incidents, recurring issues, or concerns to the manager or owner

Qualifications:

• Reliable, organized, and proactive
• FOH and BOH Restaurant Experience
• Strong communicator who leads by example
• Comfortable maintaining structure, cleanliness, and consistency in daily operations

Benefits:

• Base Pay + Tips
• Free Employee Meals and 50% off seafood purchases
• Free Parking
• Free Uniform
• Bonuses for exceptional performance
• Unique and fun work enviornment

Skills Required