Hire Crew Leaders

Hire Crew Leaders

Crew leaders are hired by restaurants and fast-food chains to train and manage crew members, monitor food preparation, and assist customers. They make sure that crew members are aware of proper techniques of handling food and that patrons are satisfied with the quality of food and service. A crew leader is also responsible for hiring team members, implementing policies and processes to prevent food and supply wastages, and arranging replacements for team members as needed. The average yearly earnings of a crew leader is $35,488, with a salary range between $29,031 and $44,257. Compensation ranges differ based on: education, additional certifications, skills, the number of years of relevant experience. 

Crew Leader key responsibilities

The essential duties of a crew leader include overseeing cooks, servers, hosts, and other members of the crew and training and educating crew members. A crew leader also sets up rules regarding restaurant hygiene, the quality of food and service, ensuring that safety measures are followed, and organizing work schedules and shifts of crew members. In addition, crew leaders manage the repair and maintenance of the restaurant appliances and supplies, keeping track of restaurant supplies and replenishing stock as required, and providing help in processing payments using the restaurant's payment system. Depending on the scale of operations of the restaurant, they may also be responsible for setting the budget for supplies and reserves as well as employee overheads. They also ensure the upkeep of the restaurant, making sure that dining tables are properly cleaned and set according to restaurant standards.

Requirements of a Crew Leader

Most hiring managers prefer that crew leaders have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, experience as a crew leader or managing restaurants is highly valued. A food handler’s license is also required. Qualities that are sought after in this position include: strong people management, communication, organization, and time management skills. Candidates must be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Successful crew leaders can look forward to moving into higher management roles in the restaurant industry as their careers progress.