Chick-fil-A - Kitchen Team Leader

A Team Leader is one who consistently demonstrates our core values, embraces the Chick-fil-A culture and has a servant’s heart. They have a passion for people and serving others, have strong character, take initiative and work with a sense of urgency at all times. Our Team Leaders are responsible for supporting senior leadership in executing daily operations and keeping team members accountable for each component of Operational Excellence and our Recipe for Service. The role involves leading kitchen staff, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety standards, and ensuring efficient operations to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Position Type:

• Full-time
• Must be 18 or older to apply.

Our Benefits Include:

• Free Food while working
• 401K Matching
• Potential Bonus
• A fun work environment where you can positively influence others
• Flexible scheduling (and closed on Sundays)
• Learning first-hand from an experienced Operator and Restaurant Leaders
• Intentional growth and development to help you reach your professional goals
• Scholarship opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits available
• Potential PTO

Team Leader Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen team members to ensure efficient food preparation and excellent customer service.
• Ensure kitchen team members adhere to Chick-fil-A's standards of performance, safety, and cleanliness.
• Provide constructive feedback and performance coaching to team members.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the kitchen.

Food Safety & Quality Control:

• Ensure all food is prepared according to Chick-fil-A’s quality standards.
• Monitor food storage and inventory to prevent waste and ensure freshness.
• Ensure the kitchen meets food safety regulations and maintains cleanliness at all times.
• Regularly inspect food preparation areas and ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines

Kitchen Operations & Efficiency:

• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of all menu items.
• Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth communication and timely delivery of orders.
• Manage kitchen prep and cooking stations to ensure high levels of efficiency.
• Assist in inventory control, ordering supplies, and managing stock levels.

Training & Development:

• Train new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, safety protocols, and Chick-fil-A standards.
• Provide continuous development opportunities for team members, promoting growth and advancement within the company.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a hot, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Open availability, including Saturdays
• Previous experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ideally with supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and cleanliness.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and passion for providing exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong people skills with a desire to serve Team Members
• Ability to manage Team Member behavioral and performance issues
• Ability to work in a team environment with shared ownership and responsibility
• Reliable transportation

Most Chick-fil-A® Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners

who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own

content and policies.

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.

Pay: Starting at $19 / hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site