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Front of House Team Leader

Chick-fil-A
Ocean, NJ Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

At Chick-fil-A, the Team Leader role is more than a job; it’s a leadership opportunity. Team Leaders play a key role in creating a positive work environment, guiding Team Members, and ensuring that every Guest receives the signature Chick-fil-A service and food quality we are known for. By leading shifts with excellence and modeling our values, Team Leaders gain hands-on leadership experience that serves as a stepping-stone to future growth in business and the community.

Position Type

  • Full-time and Part-time

Our Benefits Include

  • Engaging Work Environment – Lead and inspire a team where you can make a lasting, positive impact
  • Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling and closed on Sundays
  • Experienced Leadership Support – Learn first-hand from an Operator and Director team with over 50 years of combined Chick-fil-A experience
  • Career Growth – We are committed to developing our Team Leaders into future Directors and beyond, and we prioritize promoting from within
  • Scholarship Opportunities – Access to Chick-fil-A’s Remarkable Futures Scholarship program, which has awarded more than $215 million to Team Members since 1973
  • Discounted Meals – Enjoy discounted meals while on-shift
  • Competitive Pay – Rewarding compensation for leadership responsibilities

Job Summary

The role of the Front of House Team Leader is to lead the front counter, dining room, and drive-thru teams with excellence. FOH Team Leaders create a positive environment, ensure smooth shift operations, and coach Team Members to deliver attentive, friendly, and guest-focused service.

Responsibilities

  • Lead FOH shifts to meet or exceed speed of service, order accuracy, and guest satisfaction goals
  • Model and protect Chick-fil-A’s culture by demonstrating our Purpose, Vision, and Core Values in every interaction
  • Ensure the daily use of operational systems within the FOH
  • Hold Team Members accountable to performance and service standards
  • Assign roles and breaks strategically to maintain full coverage
  • Anticipate and resolve bottlenecks before they impact Guests
  • Maintain clear communication with BOH leadership for optimized throughput
  • Proactively address Guest concerns with professionalism and urgency
  • Oversee cash management processes
  • Ensure opening and closing procedures are completed with excellence
  • Monitor dining room cleanliness, atmosphere, and hospitality throughout the shift

Requirements

  • Proven ability to manage shift operations independently
  • Strong situational awareness and decision-making in high-pressure moments
  • Skill in balancing Guest needs with operational priorities
  • Confidence in giving direction and making real-time adjustments
  • Reliability in executing shift checklists and procedures
  • Knowledge of labor and food cost management
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Team-oriented, adaptable, dependable, and consistent in work ethic
  • Able to work a flexible schedule, including peak meal periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Paid training

Salary : $17 - $19

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