Chick-fil-A Kitchen Team Leader

Cooper Connect

Chicago Ridge, IL

Job Description
Company: Chick-fil-A Chicago Ridge

Operator Chelsea Espin has been with Chick-fil-A since 2016 and has been an Owner/Operator since 2023
The Owner/Operator, Chelsea Espin, has deep ties to the Chicago-area
Chick-fil-A is the fastest growing Quick Service Restaurant in the nation
Chick-fil-A has the highest customer satisfaction scores for 10 consecutive years
Chick-fil-A is on Forbes Lists for: Best Customer Service (2025), Customer Experience All Stars (2024), America's Dream Employers (2025), Best Brands For Social Impact (2023), Best Employers for Women (2023), America's Best Large Employers (2023), The Halo 100 (2022)
Chick-fil-A has awarded $191 million in team member scholarships since 1973, with $26 million total awarded to 14,000+ winners in 2024

Value and Appreciate Employees

Competitive Pay
Gym Membership and Discounts
401k Matching
Scholarship Opportunities
Free Food Every Shift and Off-the-Clock Discounts
Free Counseling Through 24/7 Chaplain
Never work on Sundays
Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities
Overtime Available

Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic Kitchen Team Leader to join our team at Chick-fil-A Chicago Ridge . Having high quality Leaders and Managers is an integral part to our success. Your support in the back of house operations will be essential to a successful restaurant operation and maintaining a positive work culture.

Your Impact

Overseeing Back-of-House operations
Assisting Management in coaching, training, and developing Kitchen Team Members
Ensuring high-quality food production, accuracy, and speed of service
Ensuring full compliance with food safety, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance standards
Communicating goals, expectations, and results with team members on a daily basis

Background Profile

Must be 18 years or older (Required)
Ability to close at least 3 shifts per week including Friday and Saturday, but prefers Open Availability (Required)
Previous restaurant / kitchen experience (Required)
Excel at working under high stress situations and a fast-paced environment
Available to work a minimum of 35 hours/week

Apply now and you will be contacted ASAP .

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