Skillbridge Manager Intern (*Active Military Only)

About the Opportunity

Chick-fil-A Nine Mile Rd. is proud to support transitioning Service Members through the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program. The Manager Intern position offers hands-on leadership experience in restaurant operations and leadership development. This immersive program is ideal for military members preparing for a career in business, hospitality, or leadership after separation or retirement.

What You’ll Do

As a Manager Intern, you will work directly with the leadership team to gain real-world management experience, including:

• Leading shifts and supporting daily restaurant operations
• Coaching and motivating team members in a fast-paced environment
• Ensuring outstanding guest service and hospitality
• Learning Chick-fil-A operational systems, food safety, and quality standards
• Completing leadership development projects aligned with business goals

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the SkillBridge internship, participants will gain experience in:

• Operational excellence and process execution
• Guest experience and service recovery
• Business fundamentals (labor, food cost, productivity)
• Problem-solving, communication, and decision-making
• Translating military leadership skills into a civilian business environment

Who We’re Looking For

• Active-duty Service Members approved or eligible for the DoD SkillBridge Program
• Proven leadership experience (military leadership strongly valued)
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to service
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible availability including nights and weekends

Why Chick-fil-A?

• Purpose-driven, values-based culture
• Hands-on leadership training and mentorship
• Transferable business and management skills
• Supportive environment for transitioning Service Members
• Potential consideration for post-SkillBridge employment opportunities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 30–40 lbs
• Ability to work in kitchen and front-of-house settings

Welcome to Chick-fil-A Nine Mile Road. We are a team that feels like family, in a place that feels like home and we hope you will want to join our team. We would love to learn more about you but first here is a little about us.
Our, founder Truett Cathy, believed in caring for people in a personal and meaningful way and found a unique way to accomplish that in the Quick Service food environment.
If you are looking for a career with purpose, can take care of guests in a way that will make them feel better about themselves, want to build lifelong friendships and want us to help you develop into the leader that you never knew you had in you, we would love to talk to you!