Leadership Growth Path: Team Leader to Director

Leadership Opportunity – Team Leader & Director Development Path Chick-fil-A Buda | Full-Time | $21–$36+ per hour Are you a values-driven leader who loves developing people, creating excellence, and building a culture others want to follow? At Chick-fil-A Buda, we’re hiring leaders with the potential to step into bothTeam LeaderandDirector-level responsibilitiesas we grow and scale our business. This role is ideal for someone who: Leads by example and sets the tone for others Has a servant’s heart and passion for developing people Thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment Wants to grow into senior leadership with intentional coaching and support If you’re ready to influence, lead, and grow with us, this role offers a direct path into Director opportunities. All external leadership applicants begin as a Team Leader and work their way through our leadership development plan as detailed here: (copy and paste into URL). Who We’re Looking For Leaders who consistently embody our core values, embrace the Chick-fil-A culture, and create a positive impact everywhere they go. Our leadership team: Supports senior leadership in daily operations Coaches and develops team members Drives Operational Excellence and our Recipe for Service Holds others accountable with care and clarity Leads with urgency, initiative, humility, and strong character (alignment to our 3H and WE-GET-IT leadership values) Depending on experience, performance, and availability, candidates may start as aTeam Leaderwith a growth track intoDirector-level leadership. Team Leader Responsibilities Include: Ensures that Team Members follow recipes and read tickets to accurately prepare all orders. Ensures that Team Members are extremely accurate with weights and measurements for all recipe items. Ensures that Team Members work at a pace to maintain restaurant's established speed of service guidelines. Ensures that workstations are clean at all times. Ensures that cashiers follow cash handling procedures at all times. Executes proper security and cash handling and control procedures and holds cashiers accountable to adhering to policies and procedures. Ensures that Team Members monitor dining room, restroom, parking lot and overall facility cleanliness. Perform any of the tasks above as needed throughout shift. Addresses guest issues that may arise; consults with management regarding complex issues. Maintains a positive working relationship and treats all employees with respect while providing them with direction and feedback. Communicates employee performance and policy/procedure violations to management for appropriate handling. Strictly adheres to all Company policies and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication Key Responsibilities Lead and coach team members to deliver outstanding guest experiences Support restaurant operations with a focus on accuracy, quality, and speed of service Uphold standards in food safety, cleanliness, and presentation Address guest concerns with empathy and professionalism Reinforce accountability on procedures, policies, and cash handling Foster teamwork, engagement, and respectful working relationships Communicate performance concerns and celebrate wins Model Servant Leadership and create an environment others want to follow Perform any of the tasks above alongside the team as needed Qualifications Smile Create and Maintain Eye Contact Speak Enthusiastically Make Emotional Connections with Guests Strong people skills and a desire to serve others Strong commitment to superior customer service Excellent communication (written & verbal) Ability to coach, train, and influence team members Reliable transportation Availability: 40+ hours/week (Full-time position), fully open Fridays, Saturdays, and at least 2 other weekdays (Director level is fully open availability) Ability to work days, nights, and weekends as needed Prior leadership experience (shift lead, crew lead, supervisor, assistant manager, etc.) preferred but not required Minimum age: 18 Minimum 2-year commitment Decision-making, time-management, and organizational skills Compensation Team Leader starting pay: $21/hour Leadership pay range (Team Leader through Director): $21–$36+ per hour Compensation depends on scope of responsibility, leadership capability, and growth trajectory. Please note that external leadership applicants begin at Team Leader pay of $21 and progress through our 360 Development Process Benefits Competitive pay & leadership growth opportunities Paid time off Health, dental, vision, & life insurance 401(k) Profit sharing Referral program Closed Sundays Scholarship opportunities Professional development & mentorship from Senior Leaders and the Operator A fun, fast-paced work environment where you can positively impact others About Chick-fil-A Buda We believe in doing things the right way—serving fresh, high-quality food and investing deeply in our people. Each restaurant is independently owned and operated, and our team members are the heart of our success. From hand-breaded chicken to fresh produce and scratch-made lemonade, excellence is our standard. Ready to Lead and Grow with Us? If you’re passionate about people, excellence, and leadership—and want the opportunity to grow into a Director role—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey at Chick-fil-A Buda. Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chick-fil-A