Zankou Chicken is an award-winning, family-owned, fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant chain with 12 locations (and growing) across Southern California. At Zankou, we serve quality, natural, and uniquely delicious Mediterranean meals at an affordable price and with a “WOW” level guest experience.
We align ourselves on simple Core Values to ensure that we reach our mission the right way. Our Core Values are Excellence, Teamwork and Care. If this describes you and you are passionate about food, quality, guest service and growth, come join our team!
As a Shift Lead you will play a vital role in leading and supporting operations!

Zankou Chicken is a family-owned and operated Mediterranean kitchen that continues to redefine fast-casual comfort food through a legacy of home-cooked cuisine. We are obsessed with having a forward-thinking team who’s excited to be part of our company’s growth. We are not your standard corporate environment; we value diverse experience, collaboration, and those who challenge themselves and the company to be the best they can be.
At Zankou Chicken, we started with humble beginnings and have evolved through the years. We believe that achieving excellence begins with our Team. You will work with people who are passionate about collaboration, integrity, and personal development and encourage everyone to ignite curiosity.
We didn’t get to where we are by taking shortcuts and don’t intend to start now. If you want to be part of a team that delivers full-service food quality and hospitality in a fast-paced environment, join us!