Nighttime Kitchen Director

About Chick-fil-A Windy Hill:

At Chick-fil-A Windy Hill, we pride ourselves on serving high-quality food with exceptional service every day. We foster a culture of teamwork, dedication, and continuous improvement. We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Nighttime Kitchen Director to lead our kitchen operations during the evening shift, ensuring that our standards of excellence are maintained around the clock.

Job Description:

The Nighttime Kitchen Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations during the nighttime shift. This role requires a strong leader who can manage staff, ensure food safety and quality, and optimize efficiency during our busiest hours. The ideal candidate will have a background in fast-paced kitchen management, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to work effectively in a nighttime environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership:
• Oversee all kitchen activities during the nighttime shift, ensuring that food preparation, cooking, and plating are executed according to Chick-fil-A’s high standards.
• Monitor workflow and make real-time decisions to ensure efficient and smooth operations throughout the shift.
• Team Management:
• Recruit, train, and mentor nighttime kitchen staff, ensuring they are well-versed in food safety protocols, company standards, and operational procedures.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, offer constructive feedback, and lead by example to foster a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Food Safety & Quality Assurance:
• Ensure that all food safety guidelines and quality standards are strictly adhered to, including proper temperature controls, sanitation procedures, and food handling practices.
• Perform regular checks and audits to identify any areas of concern and implement corrective measures promptly.
• Process Improvement:
• Analyze nighttime kitchen performance metrics and identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with daytime leadership and other departments to integrate best practices and innovative solutions into nighttime operations.
• Inventory & Supply Management:
• Manage inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure that all necessary ingredients and supplies are available for the nighttime shift.
• Oversee waste management and implement strategies to optimize resource use.
• Communication & Reporting:
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with management regarding shift performance, staffing needs, and any operational challenges encountered during the shift.
• Prepare and submit nightly reports on kitchen operations, including any incidents or opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen or quick-service restaurant environment.
• Strong background in food safety, quality assurance, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a diverse team while maintaining a calm and focused approach during high-pressure situations.
• Proficiency in inventory management, scheduling, and performance reporting.
• Flexibility to work nighttime shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required.
• A commitment to upholding the core values and high standards of Chick-fil-A. Benefits:
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the Chick-fil-A network.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where leadership is valued, and innovation is encouraged.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and high-performing kitchen environment, we want to hear from you.

Chick-fil-A Windy Hill is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our team members.

Join us and help maintain the highest standards of quality and service, ensuring our customers receive the best even during the nighttime hours!

REQUIREMENTS

In our kitchens, we focus on fresh and simple ingredients. And we always have. Since the beginning, we've served chicken that is whole breast meat, with no added fillers or hormones, and we bread it by hand in our restaurants. Produce is delivered fresh to our kitchens several times a week. Salads are chopped and prepared fresh throughout the day. Whole lemons are freshly squeezed in our restaurants and combined with pure cane sugar and water (yep, that’s all) to make Chick-fil-A Lemonade®. It may not be the easy way, but it's the only way we know.