What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Development Program position at Chick-fil-A?
Build your career working for one of the nation's most respected companies, Chick-fil-A! Come learn the secrets that make our brand and its team members so successful! Chick-fil-A Kedron Village is looking for leaders who are eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment, while taking ownership by leading the business and the team.
Our Career Development Program is designed to help you grow in many areas and career avenues. Our program can help you to grow toward owning your own Chick-fil-A franchise through the Operator program, high level leadership roles within our organization here in Peachtree City, or even potential opportunities with our corporate Support Center.
Responsibilities/Outcomes:
- Uphold Chick-fil-A standards, policies, and values in the restaurant on a day-to-day basis
- Influence team member growth by providing training, coaching, performance feedback, evaluations, and recommendations for development and promotions
- Attend all internal and external leadership development classes and opportunities
- Create and Innovate new Systems and Processes in different areas of the business
- Take full ownership of your development and growth in the program
- Be available to work a flexible schedule, nights, and weekends
- Complete a 6-week bootcamp prior to beginning the program
Benefits:
- Sundays off
- 401k matching
- Paid vacation
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
- Scholarships Available
- Health and Wellness monthly reimbursement
- Free meals with every shift and access to discounted meals while off shift
- Professional development opportunities
At Chick-fil-A, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with a driven, focused, supportive leadership team who desires for you to succeed!
Our Career Development participants will be provided a solid training foundation, learning each aspect of our daily operations, demonstrating Operational Excellence in each area of the business.
Participants will follow our program for 2 – 3 years as they move through 3 phases of development. The primary focus will be business operations and team member development. Once in the final phase, participants will have the opportunity to lead the business in their area of strength and career interest. These can include Human Resources, Finance and Administration, Training and Development, Logistics and Supply, or Marketing/Catering/Outreach. Participants interested in pursuing the Operator Selection program, will work in all of these areas and eventually lead the business as whole.
Requirements:
- Preferably at least 1 year of previous experience working in high-volume, fast-paced, guest-focused environment (previous Chick-fil-A experience preferred)
- Self-directed and driven leader who demonstrates respect, honesty, and integrity
- Adapts quickly, handles ambiguity, and keeps composure in a high-pressure setting
- Personally driven and pursues continuous improvement, communicates clearly, and motivates others with enthusiasm, positivity, and energy
- Willing to adapt work schedule to meet the demands of the business
- Has high emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Possesses a willingness and desire to serve and learn- has a growth mindset
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.