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Chick-fil-A Kitchen Manager/Leader

$23 per hour

Chick-fil-A - at First Street

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Chick-fil-A is a leader in the fast-food industry and is known for its commitment to excellent food, beverages, and hospitality.

Chick-fil-A at First Street celebrated its grand opening in August 2012, becoming the first restaurant in the Bay Area. We are proud of our history here and the impact we've had on the community since then.

At Chick-fil-A First Street, you will discover a safe and supportive atmosphere designed to cultivate both technical proficiencies and interpersonal skills, fostering holistic personal development. We aspire to serve as your initial gateway into the workforce, and we eagerly anticipate collectively enhancing our business insight.

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Requirements/Responsibilities

Job Description

Chick-fil-A at First Street Kitchen Managers/Leaders hold a unique position, overseeing all aspects of our multi-million dollar restaurant, including people, products, business, and operations. Your role is vital in building a strong team that consistently delivers Gold Standard customer service and effectively drives business results. This includes the full spectrum of HR responsibilities—recruiting, training, developing, and retaining both part-time and full-time staff. Open Availability, to work most Fridays and Saturdays, as well as during peak holiday seasons, is required. Please note that Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays.

You are also accountable for all restaurant operations, such as managing hours, protecting assets, and maintaining kitchen and inventory organization. By developing a deep understanding of our customer base and product assortment, Chick-fil-A leaders can leverage these insights to propel the business forward.

Our management team fosters strong relationships with cross-functional partners, Support Center staff, and associates, thereby inspiring a culture characterized by inclusivity, collaboration, and optimism.

What You'll Do

-Customer Service
-Restaurant Presentation & Operations Supervision
-Communication
-Inventory ordering, organization, & cost controls
-Safety & Security Compliance
-H.R.- Staffing, Scheduling, & Payroll Management
-Train & Development
-Asset Protection
-Food Quality
-Food Safety
-Equipment stewardship
-Company's Business Metrics (Goals) Compliance

The Career Progression

The Kitchen Manager position includes a 90-day training and probationary period. Successfully completing this training is the first step toward leadership roles within Chick-fil-A at First Street. We strongly believe in promoting from within, and many of our Franchise Owners and Corporate Staff we have developed and/or influenced began their careers in Restaurant Management.

Qualifications
What it takes

-2+ years of restaurant management experience
-Proven ability to drive business results in a restaurant environment
-Strong critical thinking & problem solving skills
-Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
-Strong ability to assess and develop talent
-Excellent communication and leadership skills
-High attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy
-Self motivated with ability to take initiative
-Strong ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively
-Track record of creating an inclusive, collaborative and fun working environment!
-Lift 20lb-50lbs
-Proficiency in a Language other than English is a Plus
-ServSafe Manager Certification

Additional Information

What You'll Get

As a Chick-fil-A at First Street Manager/Leader, you're eligible for a range of benefit programs. Chick-fil-A at First Street is dedicated to offering competitive benefits that reflect our company's values and standards within the Fast Food Industry.

-Bonus/Incentive Program
-Paid Time Off
-401k retirement plan
-Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
-Leadership Training and Development
-Opportunities for Career Advancement
-Free Employee Meals
-Paid Sick Leave
-Remarkable Scholarships (range $1000-$25,000)

The starting hourly rate for this position is $23. The full pay range is $23.00-$30.00 per hour, and your actual salary will be determined by considering your specific skills and years of relevant experience. Please note that this range may be subject to change in the future Special Instructions

Simply submit a ZippyApp application package which may include the Common Employment Application, Resume, and a Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, please write a short paragraph describing yourself and why you would make a great addition to our team.

ZippyApp is the Common Employment Application for online and mobile that allows you to apply for jobs with one click, and is being accepted at a growing number of businesses each day.

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