Back of House Manager

BACK OF KITCHEN COORDINATOR

Chick-fil-A Gandy | Full-Time Leadership Role Are you a kitchen leader who thrives in high-volume environments and holds yourself to a higher standard? At Chick-fil-A Gandy, we are building a high-performance team that values urgency, food safety, precision, and leadership development. Our Back of Kitchen Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining operational excellence and developing future leaders in the kitchen. This is not just a shift lead role. This is a leadership development position with real responsibility and growth opportunity. What You’ll Be Responsible For Operational Excellence Lead food preparation and cooking to Chick-fil-A quality standards Oversee raw chicken prep, freezer and refrigerator inventory freshness Maintain cooking times and product consistency Ensure the kitchen is fully stocked and set up for peak hours Manage opening and handoff processes for AM/PM transitions Food Safety & Sanitation Enforce food safety, labeling, rotation, and temperature compliance Oversee equipment cleanliness and maintenance (fryers, grills, breading area) Ensure proper filter lock-outs, boil-outs, FIFO & LEAN procedures Maintain OSHA and health department standards Kitchen Leadership Supervise and coach back-of-house team members Train new hires in preparation techniques and safety protocols Set the tone for urgency, accountability, and teamwork Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks in real time Support catering, curbside, and 3rd-party execution during high volume Shift Leadership Act as key holder and lead closing procedures Communicate effectively with Directors and front-of-house leadership Who We’re Looking For 1–2+ years of kitchen or food service experience (leadership preferred) Experience in high-volume environments Strong understanding of food safety and preparation standards Ability to lead under pressure and solve problems quickly High attention to detail Strong communication skills Reliable transportation Commitment to Chick-fil-A’s CORE 4 (Smile, Eye Contact, Speak Enthusiastically, “My Pleasure”) Why Join Chick-fil-A Gandy? We are serious about development and culture. This role is designed for individuals who want to grow into higher leadership positions. Benefits Include: Flexible scheduling (Closed Sundays) Competitive pay 401k eligibility Medical, dental & vision coverage Scholarship opportunities Up to $20/day in meal credits Leadership development and advancement opportunities 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Workstream