Shift Leader

Location: Oceanside, CA • Full-Time • Hourly (Non-Exempt) • Reports to: Store / Assistant Manager

Lead the shift, grow your career — your first step into store leadership.

About 85°C Bakery Cafe

At 85°C Bakery Cafe, we bring together the craft of baking and a genuine passion for hospitality. We're a global bakery cafe known for our fresh-baked breads, signature cakes, and specialty drinks — and we're growing across the U.S. We believe great teams build great stores, and we grow our leaders from within.

As a Shift Leader, you set the tone for every shift you run. You'll lead the team across the storefront and kitchen, deliver an outstanding guest experience, and help associates do their best work. It's a hands-on leadership role and the first step on our management path.

• Lead the team during your shift, keeping service and operations running smoothly across the storefront and kitchen.
• Coach and train associates to meet 85°C's standards for quality and hospitality.
• Create memorable guest experiences and resolve issues in the moment.
• Uphold quality, food safety, cleanliness, and health & safety standards.
• Help open or close the store and keep each shift on time and on standard.

• 6+ months of restaurant, food service, or retail experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and people skills — a natural motivator and team player.
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable leading on the floor.
• Availability of ~30+ hours per week, including holidays, weekends and holidays.

We promote from within and invest in your development. Many of our managers started behind the counter. Wherever you begin, you'll find a clear path forward, cross-training opportunities, and the support to help you take the next step.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training and ongoing leadership development
• Employee discount and complimentary bakery products
• 401(k) retirement plan