Team Leader

At Chick-fil-A Midland Drive , leadership is more than managing a shift. Our Leaders are Brand Ambassadors who set the standard for how we care for our guests, develop our people, serve craveable food, and operate our restaurant. We believe great leadership starts with a genuine heart for people and is strengthened by ownership, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Leaders are expected to understand the business beyond their individual position, identify opportunities, develop solutions, and create an environment where both people and performance can thrive. As a Leader, you will help translate the vision of Chick-fil-A Midland Drive into the everyday experience of our Team Members and guests. Position Type Full-time Leadership position Flexible availability, including opening and/or closing responsibilities as business needs require What We Offer Health insurance Vision insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Sundays off Competitive pay Employee meal discounts Intentional leadership and professional development Hands-on business and operational experience Coaching and mentorship from Restaurant Leaders and the Owner/Operator Opportunities for increased responsibility and continued leadership growth Skills and experiences that can help prepare you for your long-term professional goals, whether your future is with Chick-fil-A or beyond What Leadership Looks Like at Midland Drive: Be a Brand Ambassador: Leaders represent Chick-fil-A Midland Drive through their actions, decisions, communication, and personal example. Model Chick-fil-A's standards of hospitality and professionalism Create an environment where every guest feels welcomed, cared for, and valued Protect the reputation and standards of Chick-fil-A Midland Drive Set the example for appearance, attitude, urgency, communication, and work ethic Teach and reinforce expectations consistently across the restaurant Lead People: Our Leaders don't simply manage positions—they lead people. Build meaningful relationships with Team Members Know your people, recognize their strengths, and help them develop Coach in the moment and provide clear, constructive feedback Celebrate great performance while addressing opportunities quickly Create clarity around expectations and hold yourself and others accountable Develop future leaders by giving others opportunities to learn, stretch, and grow Create an environment where Team Members feel supported, challenged, and valued Our guests trust us to deliver great food every time. Leaders are responsible for protecting that trust. Maintain high expectations for food safety and food quality Ensure food is prepared and served according to Chick-fil-A standards Protect taste, temperature, freshness, presentation, and consistency Coach Team Members on proper procedures and immediately address opportunities Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe restaurant Treat food safety and food quality as leadership responsibilities, not simply operational tasks Deliver an Exceptional Guest Experience Lead the team to provide fast, accurate, and genuinely caring service Create emotional connections with guests Recognize opportunities to recover the guest experience and take appropriate action Maintain awareness of the entire restaurant and anticipate guest and operational needs Lead with urgency while never sacrificing hospitality, food quality, or care Own the Business: Leadership requires thinking beyond the position you are currently working. Understand restaurant goals and help the team achieve them Identify problems, communicate them clearly, and help develop solutions Make thoughtful decisions that balance people, guests, operational excellence, and financial stewardship Maintain strong execution during high-volume and challenging periods Use restaurant systems, tools, and processes consistently Follow through on commitments and assigned responsibilities Look for opportunities to continuously improve the restaurant What We're Looking For We are looking for individuals who want more than a leadership title. We want leaders who understand the responsibility that comes with influencing people and representing our brand. Has a genuine heart for serving and developing people Demonstrates strong character and integrity Takes ownership and follows through Is dependable, consistent, and accountable Is coachable and actively seeks opportunities to grow Communicates clearly and professionally Can give and receive feedback Maintains composure and makes thoughtful decisions under pressure Holds high standards while treating people with dignity and respect Understands the importance of food safety, food quality, hospitality, and operational excellence Can lead independently while remaining committed to the larger team Thinks strategically and looks beyond today's immediate task Is willing to have difficult conversations when necessary Leads by example rather than relying on a title Physical and Scheduling Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods of time Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs Ability to perform and support both operational and leadership responsibilities throughout the restaurant Leadership With Purpose At Chick-fil-A Midland Drive , we believe leadership is an opportunity to make an impact. Our Leaders are entrusted with our people, our guests, our food, and our brand. We expect them to pursue excellence while never losing sight of the people they are leading. Whether your goal is to continue growing with Chick-fil-A or eventually pursue another career, we want your time here to make you a stronger leader than when you arrived. We want Chick-fil-A Midland Drive to be known for craveable food, exceptional hospitality, operational excellence, and leaders who genuinely care for people. Most Chick-fil-A Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own content and policies. This job posting is for an opportunity at a Chick-fil-A Restaurant business independently owned and operated by a local franchised Operator. If you choose to apply for this position, you understand and acknowledge that your application and any information included with it will only be submitted to the Operator. Chick-fil-A, Inc. will not receive a copy of your employment application and will not be involved in any decisions regarding whether to hire you. If you are hired for this position, you also understand and acknowledge that the Operator’s restaurant business will be your employer, not Chick-fil-A, Inc., and that the Operator is solely responsible for all decisions related to your employment, including hiring, firing, discipline, compensation, scheduling and supervision. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chick-fil-A