Shift Manager - 1860
Five Guys
$19.00–$21.00 per hour
9585 Ralston Rd, Arvada, Colorado, 80002, United States
Full time
The Breakroom Take
- Free food
- Recommended by students
- Respectful managers
- Uninterrupted breaks
About Five Guys
Five Guys is a fast food restaurant chain.
Job description from Five Guys
At Five Guys, we serve outstanding burgers and fries, in clean restaurants with a top tiered customer service approach!
Shift managers are trained to perform all of the duties preformed by the Crew Members and Shift Leaders, with additional responsibility for directing the daily operations of a restaurant in the General Manager's absence: ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of operation including product prep and delivery, customer relations, restaurant maintenance, team and inventory management, and other duties as required or assigned.
What can you expect?
- Real work/life hours of operation. Most locations open at 11:00 am and close at 10:00 pm with no drive-thrus.
- Comprehensive and customizable benefits - medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, 401(k) with match based on eligibility. As well as an Employee Assistance Program, and an Employee Relief Fund made possible by our owners and employees.
- Real career growth with plans to open more than an estimated 1000 new locations across North America, with emphasis on promoting from within.
- Secret Shopper bonus plan in addition to your base pay. We have 2 Secret Shops each week and everyone on your team working during those shifts is eligible for bonuses based on the results of those visits.
What's in it for you?
- A fast-paced, high-energy environment
- Competitive base pay and excellent potential bonus
- Work with fresh ingredients and highest quality products
- A fun work environment and culture where we take food quality and food safety very seriously but do not take ourselves too seriously.
- Amazing growth opportunities
- Free Meals while you work
- 401(k), Medical, Dental and Vision based on eligibility
What are we looking for?
* You have 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a food service or retail environment preferred
* You are all about creating a great place to work for your team.
* You want to make your customer's day and it shows in the way you are fanatical about serving amazing food with a big smile.
* You are -- honest, energetic, motivational and fun.
* You set high standards for yourself and for your team.
Five Guys Core Convictions:
- R emain Humble - It means you're never above having to do the dishes.
- E xceed Expectations - Consistently give them more than they asked for.
- A lways Do The Right Thing - Let your conscience be your guide and your grit.
- L ead By Example - Show them what it looks like to be a great leader.
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What employees say
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do shift leads at Five Guys get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
82% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid sick leave
Does Five Guys give shift leads paid sick leave?
No. Most people don’t get paid leave when they’re sick.
How we know this
100% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
Good
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do shift leads at Five Guys do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
85% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do shift leads find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 85% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 15% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do shift leads at Five Guys worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
38% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
Good
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Most people can choose their shifts
Do shift leads at Five Guys get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
77% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Good
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Easy to change shifts
How easy is it for shift leads at Five Guys to change shifts?
Most people find it easy to change shifts.
How we know this
69% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
Okay
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Schedules can get changed at the last minute
Do Five Guys managers change shift leads schedules at the last minute?
Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
42% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
Okay
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for shift leads to take sick leave at Five Guys?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
67% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do shift leads at Five Guys feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
92% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Only some people get breaks without interruption
Do shift leads at Five Guys get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
55% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful for shift leads to work at Five Guys?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do shift leads at Five Guys enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
82% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
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Most people recommend their team
Do shift leads at Five Guys recommend working with their team?
Most people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
77% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Most people get enough training
Do shift leads get enough training when they start at Five Guys?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
75% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
Good
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Most people get support to advance
Do shift leads get support to advance at Five Guys?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 83% of people report being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do shift leads think Five Guys’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
83% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organisation should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organisation has many different sites.
Good
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Most people feel well informed by headquarters
Do shift leads feel well informed about how Five Guys is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
67% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Five Guys employees say about their job
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Best thing
Gives me one thing to do
Worst thing
Working to pay bills
Team member at Five Guys, April 2025
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Best thing
Coworkers, ease of access, food,
Worst thing
Stress, upper management, lack of full time opportunities
Shift manager at Five Guys, April 2025
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