Shift Manager Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Shift Manager:

  • BSc. in Restaurant Management, Business Administration or similar field
  • Proven experience as a Shift Manager or relevant role in a restaurant
  • Good knowledge of restaurant operations (like managing reservations and payments)
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Team management abilities
  • Certification from a culinary school is a plus
  • Availability to work different shifts, including weekends
  • Basic knowledge of bookkeeping procedures
  • A customer service approach with the ability to manage complaints with professionalism

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Shift Manager skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Shift Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.