Back of House Team Member: Food Service Professional

Position Summary

The Back of House (BOH) Food Service Professional ensures high-quality food preparation, safety, and kitchen execution that upholds Chick-fil-A's culinary standards. This individual plays a crucial role behind the scenes, preparing ingredients, cooking products to exact specifications, and supporting seamless food production during peak hours.

This role is ideal for someone who values consistency, efficiency, teamwork, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare ingredients to Chick-fil-A standards
• Cook chicken, fries, and other menu items consistently and accurately
• Follow strict food safety and temperature control procedures
• Maintain speed, accuracy, and quality during high-volume periods

Kitchen Organization & Cleanliness

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen environment
• Rotate inventory and ensure proper labeling, storage, and waste management
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning checklists

Safety & Quality Assurance

• Adhere to Chick-fil-A's food safety and HACCP guidelines
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and recipe specifications
• Complete temperature logs, station checklists, and product tracking

Team Collaboration

• Support other team members to maintain smooth kitchen flow
• Communicate effectively during rush periods and shift transitions
• Work with FOH to ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal BOH Food Service Professional is dependable, focused, and committed to culinary excellence. They thrive in a structured, fast-paced kitchen environment and take pride in producing high-quality food.

This individual is disciplined, detail-oriented, and maintains a calm, positive attitude under pressure. They value teamwork, consistency, and cleanliness.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food service, kitchen operations, or culinary preparation
• Weekend availability required
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• Ability to lift 40+ pounds and stand for long periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, fast-casual, or quick-service restaurants
• Exposure to structured food preparation systems or stations
• Food Safety Certification (plus, not required)
• Bilingual Spanish (plus, not required)