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.

Shift Leader - Guzman y Gomez