Houston TX Hot Chicken (HHC) is the undisputed leader in the hot chicken space, serving premium, made-to-order hot chicken in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. We’ve built a brand around bold flavor, top-tier hospitality, and a culture rooted in cars, community, and consistency.

At HHC, every guest should leave saying:
“That was the best chicken—and best service—I’ve ever had.”

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for strong, reliable leaders to step into a Shift Manager / Shift Lead role and help drive daily execution at the highest level.

The Shift Manager / Shift Lead is responsible for running shifts, leading the team on the floor, and ensuring all brand standards are executed during their shift. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be actively working alongside the team while holding them accountable for performance, cleanliness, and guest experience.

You are the standard during your shift—setting the tone, driving urgency, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Shift Execution

• Lead and manage shifts to ensure smooth, efficient operations
• Maintain strong ticket times, food quality, and order accuracy
• Ensure proper setup, execution, and breakdown of each shift
• Keep the restaurant clean, stocked, and organized at all times

Team Leadership

• Lead from the front—working alongside team members in both FOH and BOH
• Coach and support team members to improve performance
• Hold the team accountable to standards, urgency, and attitude
• Communicate clearly with team members and leadership

Guest Experience

• Ensure every guest is greeted and taken care of properly
• Step in to resolve guest concerns quickly and professionally
• Support table touches and create a welcoming, high-energy environment
• Reinforce menu knowledge and upselling opportunities

Food Safety & Quality

• Ensure all food is prepared and served according to HHC standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness guidelines
• Monitor portioning, waste, and product handling
• Enforce proper handwashing and cross-contamination procedures

Operations & Accountability

• Complete shift checklists and ensure all tasks are finished
• Support inventory, prep, and stocking needs throughout the shift
• Communicate shift updates, wins, and opportunities to management
• Ensure readiness for audits, inspections, and secret shops

• Previous restaurant experience required (lead or supervisor experience preferred)
• Strong work ethic and ability to lead in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude with strong communication skills
• Ability to take direction and also lead independently
• Flexible availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain)

• High-energy individuals who lead by example
• Team players who bring urgency and accountability
• Strong communicators who can motivate and guide a team
• Individuals who take pride in food quality, cleanliness, and guest experience

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
• Opportunities for advancement into Assistant General Manager and beyond
• Ongoing training and leadership development

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and be part of a fast-growing, high-performance brand, we want you on our team.

Apply today and help us deliver the best hot chicken experience in the game.

Houston TX Hot Chicken (HHC) is the undisputed leader in the hot chicken space, serving premium, made-to-order hot chicken in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. We’ve built a brand around bold flavor, top-tier hospitality, and a culture rooted in cars, community, and consistency.

At HHC, every guest should leave saying:
“That was the best chicken—and best service—I’ve ever had.”

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for strong, reliable leaders to step into a Shift Manager / Shift Lead role and help drive daily execution at the highest level.

The Shift Manager / Shift Lead is responsible for running shifts, leading the team on the floor, and ensuring all brand standards are executed during their shift. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be actively working alongside the team while holding them accountable for performance, cleanliness, and guest experience.

You are the standard during your shift—setting the tone, driving urgency, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Shift Execution

• Lead and manage shifts to ensure smooth, efficient operations
• Maintain strong ticket times, food quality, and order accuracy
• Ensure proper setup, execution, and breakdown of each shift
• Keep the restaurant clean, stocked, and organized at all times

Team Leadership

• Lead from the front—working alongside team members in both FOH and BOH
• Coach and support team members to improve performance
• Hold the team accountable to standards, urgency, and attitude
• Communicate clearly with team members and leadership

Guest Experience

• Ensure every guest is greeted and taken care of properly
• Step in to resolve guest concerns quickly and professionally
• Support table touches and create a welcoming, high-energy environment
• Reinforce menu knowledge and upselling opportunities

Food Safety & Quality

• Ensure all food is prepared and served according to HHC standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness guidelines
• Monitor portioning, waste, and product handling
• Enforce proper handwashing and cross-contamination procedures

Operations & Accountability

• Complete shift checklists and ensure all tasks are finished
• Support inventory, prep, and stocking needs throughout the shift
• Communicate shift updates, wins, and opportunities to management
• Ensure readiness for audits, inspections, and secret shops

• Previous restaurant experience required (lead or supervisor experience preferred)
• Strong work ethic and ability to lead in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude with strong communication skills
• Ability to take direction and also lead independently
• Flexible availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain)

• High-energy individuals who lead by example
• Team players who bring urgency and accountability
• Strong communicators who can motivate and guide a team
• Individuals who take pride in food quality, cleanliness, and guest experience

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
• Opportunities for advancement into Assistant General Manager and beyond
• Ongoing training and leadership development

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and be part of a fast-growing, high-performance brand, we want you on our team.

Apply today and help us deliver the best hot chicken experience in the game.