What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Operations Manager position at Chick-fil-A?
Our Kitchen Operations Manager plays a crucial leadership role at Chick-fil-A, overseeing back-of-house operations with excellence, efficiency, and care. This team member exemplifies our core values through servant leadership, consistent performance, and a deep passion for food quality, safety, and team development.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong coaching and mentoring abilities, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and brings prior supervisory or culinary experience. They lead with purpose and set the tone for a clean, safe, and high-performing kitchen.
Position Type:
- Full-Time / Part-Time
- Includes Early Morning, Day, Evening, and Saturday Availability
- Closed on Sundays
What We Offer:
- A team-oriented, fast-paced work environment
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Ongoing leadership and professional development
- Hands-on training from experienced Leaders
- Career growth opportunities in restaurant leadership
- Scholarship opportunities
- Sundays off to rest and recharge
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Back of House (BOH) team to deliver high-quality food with accuracy, speed, and care
- Monitor and maintain food safety standards, cleanliness, and operational procedures at all times
- Execute food prep, cooking, and kitchen line operations efficiently
- Mentor and coach BOH team members, creating a positive and productive kitchen culture
- Ensure compliance with Chick-fil-A’s brand standards for food presentation and quality
- Set the tone for team pace and energy during each shift
- Manage inventory, kitchen organization, and waste tracking
- Assist with scheduling, shift leadership, and BOH staff development
- Open or close the kitchen and act as key holder as needed
What We're Looking For:
- A servant-hearted leader who takes pride in serving customers through quality food
- Previous kitchen leadership or food service management experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and cleanliness
- High level of urgency and efficiency without sacrificing quality
- Great communication and team-building skills
- Reliable transportation and the ability to thrive in a physically active environment
- A passion for training and developing others in their culinary journey
- Flexibility to adapt and lead in high-volume settings
Most Chick-fil-A® restaurants are independently owned and operated. Employment decisions, benefits, and policies are determined by individual Operators.
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- Day shift
- Night shift
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid training
- Paid time 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.
Pay: $18.50 - $20.50 / hour
Job Type: fulltime
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
Salary : $19 - $21