ShareApply
Villa Nova Pizzeria Careers and Jobs

Shift Lead / Shift Manager

Join the Villa Nova Pizzeria Team!


Villa Nova Pizzeria is looking for reliable, motivated, and hardworking individuals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a fast-paced team. As a locally owned, family-operated pizzeria, we're passionate about making the best pizza in the area and delivering exceptional service to every customer. In a market where pizza is everywhere, we set ourselves apart through quality, speed, consistency, and hospitality.


We're looking for a well-rounded team member with kitchen experience—pizza experience is a plus—who thrives under pressure, works with urgency, and enjoys creating a great experience for our guests. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to jump into any role when needed, maintains a positive attitude, and takes pride in preparing high-quality food while serving every customer with a smile.


If you're dependable, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a team that values hard work, teamwork, and great food, we'd love to meet you.


Benefits:

  • Weekly Pay - Get paid every week for your hard work.
  • Employee Meal & Discount Program - Enjoy discounted meals and employee pricing on menu items.
  • Flexible Scheduling - We work with your availability whenever possible to help balance work, school, family, and personal commitments.
  • Supportive Team Environment - Work alongside a team that values respect, communication, and helping one another succeed.
  • Growth Opportunities - We promote from within whenever possible and provide opportunities to learn new skills and advance into leadership roles.
  • Cross-Training – Gain experience in multiple areas of the restaurant, helping you build valuable skills and become a more versatile team member.
  • Family-Owned Culture – You're more than just an employee—you are part of our team, and your contributions are recognized and appreciated.
  • Fast-Paced & Engaging Work – Every shift is different, keeping the job exciting and rewarding while building teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Work Involved:

  • Assist Leading the Team – Direct and support employees throughout the shift, delegate tasks, and maintain a positive, productive work environment.
  • Be a Utility Player – Step into critical front-of-house and kitchen roles as needed to keep operations running efficiently and ensure exceptional guest service.
  • Communicate with Management – Report operational issues, inventory shortages, customer concerns, and employee performance to management.
  • Complete Closing Procedures – Ensure all cleaning, stocking, equipment shutdown, cash reconciliation, and closing checklists are completed accurately.
  • Coach & Hold Employees Accountable – Provide guidance, reinforce company policies, and address performance issues as they arise.
  • Maintain Food Quality – Verify all food is prepared accurately, consistently, and meets quality and presentation standards.
  • Provide Excellent Customer Service – Resolve customer concerns promptly and ensure every guest has a positive experience.
  • Ensure Cleanliness & Food Safety – Maintain a clean, organized restaurant while enforcing all food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Manage Cash & POS – Balance registers, prepare deposits, and ensure all transactions are completed correctly.
  • Lead by Example – Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic while setting the standard for the rest of the staff.


We strive to deliver the highest-quality food and exceptional customer service every day. In a highly competitive market where pizza is available on nearly every corner, our success depends on consistently exceeding our customers' expectations through outstanding products, friendly service, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence with every order.


Come in and fill out an application!

Supplemental pay

  • Tips
  • Other

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Employee discount
  • Other

Villa Nova Pizzeria - New Buffalo

134 E Buffalo St, New Buffalo, MI, 49117
Apply