Chick-fil-A Business Leadership Development Program

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Chick-fil-A Orange

• Owner/Operator Kyle Ashby is a hands-on and present leader who believes in truly knowing his team. He collects and cultivates talent, creating an environment where people feel seen, valued, and developed. His open and honest leadership style builds trust and drives a strong team culture.
  
• Kyle leads with authenticity and intention. He is deeply invested in his team, consistently present in the restaurant, and committed to cultivating leaders who grow both personally and professionally.
  
• Chick-fil-A has the highest customer satisfaction scores for 10 consecutive years
  
• Chick-fil-A is the fastest growing Quick Service Restaurant in the nation
  
• 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

• Paid Vacation
  
• Relocation assistance available
  
• Tuition Discounts at Over 100 Colleges
  
• Never work on Sundays
  
• Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities
  
• Overtime Available
  

Opportunity

We are looking for ambitious and driven individuals to join our team through the B.U.I.L.D. (Business Understanding, Innovation, & Leadership Development) Program at Chick-fil-A . This is not a typical restaurant role. It is an elite entrepreneurial development program designed to prepare high-potential leaders for business ownership and senior leadership.

B.U.I.L.D. operates like a mini-MBA within a high-performing Chick-fil-A restaurant, giving you the opportunity to learn business fundamentals while gaining real-world, hands-on experience.

This opportunity provides direct exposure to business strategy, operations, and leadership at a high level. You will work alongside experienced Operators and leaders, take ownership of real business initiatives, and develop the skills needed to lead teams, drive results, and build something of your own.

Your Impact

• Leading and executing high-impact business initiatives that directly influence restaurant performance
  
• Developing leadership skills by building, coaching, and leading high-performing teams
  
• Gaining hands-on experience across all areas of the business through operational and strategic rotations
  
• Driving profitability through cost control, efficiency improvements, and revenue growth strategies
  
• Creating and improving systems that enhance both team member experience and guest satisfaction
  
• Collaborating with leadership to set goals, analyze performance, and execute business strategies
  
• Participating in mentorship, workshops, and project-based learning to accelerate personal and professional growth
  

What You Will Learn

• Financial mastery including, P&L management, cost control, and key performance metrics
  
• Operations excellence including, systems, efficiency, and process improvement
  
• Leadership development including, team building, accountability, and culture creation
  
• Strategic thinking including, market positioning, growth planning, and business strategy
  
• Sales and marketing including, community engagement and revenue growth
  
• Entrepreneurial mindset including, innovation, risk assessment, and opportunity recognition
  

Background Profile

• 2 years of Leadership experience
  
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
  
• Strong desire for growth, leadership, and entrepreneurship
  
• Proven ability to take initiative and drive results
  
• Passion for developing others and working in a team environment
  
• Hospitality experience (preferred)
  
• Passion for Chick-fil-A's values
  

Apply now and you will be contacted ASAP .