Job Description

At Guzman y Gomez, we don’t just run restaurants — we grow leaders.

As a Shift Leader with GYG, you’ll be trusted to:

• Lead and support a team of 10–30 people during your shift, building a positive, high-energy environment where everyone can thrive.
• Drive results and guest experiences on your shift, making decisions that matter and keeping operations running smoothly.
• Be part of a fast-growing global brand that’s redefining what fast food looks like with fresh ingredients, authentic flavours, and a bold vision.
• Take the next step in your career — this role is a launchpad into Assistant Restaurant Management, Restaurant Management, and beyond

Why join GYG?

We’ll back you with the tools, support, and rewards you need to succeed:

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses.
• Flexible rosters and long-term stability — let’s talk about what balance means to you.
• A structured training program and ongoing development to sharpen your leadership skills.
• Heavily discounted GYG meals (yes, every burrito).
• Free uniforms and exclusive GYG merch.
• Annual Restaurant Managers Summit — connect and share with leaders from across the country.
• Cultural celebrations (Day of the Dead, Cinco de Mayo and more).
• Employee assistance program (Sonder) for you and your family.
• Future pathways into Assistant Restaurant Management, Restaurant Management, our Hola Central team, or even becoming a GYG Franchisee.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience leading a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to support sales and operations on shift.
• A history of achieving KPIs and driving results through your team.
• A genuine passion for customer experience and building great teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills — you lead by example.

This is more than a shift leader job. It’s an opportunity to lead, grow, and be part of something bigger.

Ready to own it? Apply now and lead the future of fast food with GYG.