Job Description

We're not just hiring someone to run a kitchen. We're hiring someone to lead people.

At Chick-fil-A Collier Township, our kitchen is the heartbeat of everything we do. We serve a high volume of guests who expect fresh, accurate, fast food every single time — and that doesn't happen without someone in the kitchen who takes genuine ownership of the result.

We're looking for a BOH Kitchen Leader — someone who can step into a Manager or Assistant Director level role depending on your experience — who leads by example, develops the people around them, and holds the standard when no one's watching.

You'd be working directly for an independent Owner/Operator who came from a 31-year career in technology and runs this business with the same discipline, intentionality, and people-first mindset. That's not a tagline. It shows up in how we invest in this team.

What we pay and what we offer

• Competitive hourly pay commensurate with experience — Manager and Assistant Director levels compensated differently; we'll be straightforward with you about the rate in our first conversation
• Bonus potential tied to restaurant performance metrics.
• Every Sunday off. Every one. Guaranteed. That's the Chick-fil-A difference — and at a leadership level, it matters even more.
• A free meal every shift you work — no minimum hours, no exceptions.

Full leadership team benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

All team members (including leadership) receive:

• 100% free college tuition through Point University — Associates, Bachelor's, and Master's degrees, fully online, available from day one
• Scholarship opportunities
• Intentional development — we invest in where you're going, not just what you're doing today
• Lots of fun team events and celebrations throughout the year

What you'll own

This is a hands-on leadership role. You're not managing from an office — you're in the kitchen, setting the standard, and developing the people around you.

Kitchen Operations:

• Own food quality, speed, and accuracy across all BOH stations during your shifts
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, assembled, and presented to Chick-fil-A standards — consistently, every shift
• Manage food safety protocols, temperature logs, and health code compliance without exception
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and waste reduction — you understand that margin matters
• Lead and execute opening and/or closing procedures thoroughly and completely

People Leadership:

• Directly supervise, coach, and develop BOH team members and shift leaders
• Build a kitchen culture where people are held accountable and want to show up
• Identify and develop your next shift leader — we promote from within and expect our leaders to build the bench
• Conduct or support team member training, onboarding, and performance conversations
• Communicate clearly with FOH leadership to keep the full operation in sync

Operational Excellence:

• Monitor and drive key metrics: speed of service, food cost, waste, and quality scores
• Identify problems before they become patterns and bring solutions, not just observations
• Support the Owner/Operator in driving continuous improvement across BOH systems and processes

What we're looking for:

Experience:

• 2+ years in a kitchen leadership role in a high-volume QSR, fast casual, or full-service environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team, not just manage tasks
• Familiarity with food safety standards (ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with inventory management, scheduling, or food cost controls is a plus

Character and approach:

• You hold the standard even when it's inconvenient — for yourself and your team
• You lead with a servant's heart: you make the people around you better
• You communicate directly and honestly — up, down, and across the team
• You're growth-oriented — you want to get better, and you help others do the same
• You're reliable and present: when you're on the schedule, you're there and you're locked in

Availability:

• Open availability across day parts — this role isn't limited to one shift
• Must be 18 or older
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods in a physically demanding kitchen environment
• Every Sunday Off!!!

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.

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