Shift Leader
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 10, 2026. Playa Bowls scores C on the Alion truth index.
WHO WE ARE
Playa Bowls is New Jerseys Original Acai Shop founded in 2014, and our mission is to serve the highest quality, innovative products to support healthier lifestyles and inspire a world of fun, excitement, and togetherness. At Playa Bowls, we live our brand in our actions and in the relationships that we make in our communities. Our focus is to provide a bowl full of deliciousness to every guest, delivered with authenticity and passion for the Playa way. What began as a pair of blenders, a patio table, and a fridge has flourished into a 250-unit operator and franchisor of the leading fast casual restaurant concept.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Tips: Our awesome staff + our awesome guest = a lot of tips!
- Development: Our Playa Bowls training program will allow you to grow your skills to use in any career!
- Fun Environment: We are always dancing, smiling & having lots of fun!
- Playa Discounts: If an employee is working, they receive 50% off and one free bowl during their shift & if they're not working, they receive 30% off! Win-win!
WHO YOU ARE
You’re a positive and enthusiastic people-person, who may just so happen to have a passion for fruit, superfoods, and all things healthy! As a Shift Leader, you are considered an extension of management and may be trusted with the shop during times in which the management is not present. Shift Leaders should be comfortable delegating tasks and should excel at doing such in a manner that prioritizes the needs of the shop. If you enjoy fast-paced environments, career growth, entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and an occasional silly food pun, we want you!
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Manage and maintain the quality of food, discarding product when necessary
- Delegate work to employees in an appropriate and responsible manner
- Responsible for leading opening and closing shifts
- Manage and issue refunds
- Solve customer issues in a polite and professional manner
- Manage and record inventory levels throughout the shift and at the end of the night
- Count the register, safe, and deposit
- Communicate effectively with management regarding any issues throughout the shift
- Ensure that all tasks are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with company standards
- Lives the Playa Bowls mission, purpose, and values
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- A Team Player
- Positive Attitude
- Flexible Schedule
- And most importantly, FUN
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be available to work weekends
- Must pass the required PB Food Safety certification requirement within 3 months of employment
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
- Must be able to lift or otherwise move 25-40 pounds occasionally
- Must be able to retrieve items from high and low shelving, the fridge/freezer, and under counters.
- Must be able to tolerate occasionally loud environments (high powered blenders, timers, and order notifications).
- Ability to frequently move about inside the establishment to access the Point-of-Sale cash register, assemble guest orders, clear tables, restock inventory, etc.
MISSION
Inspire and support our communities one bowl at a time.
VALUES
Real Deal. Playa Passion. Powerhouse. Big Wave Chaser. Dawn Patrol
"Playa Bowls is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law."