Kitchen Leader

Must be 21 years old or older to apply for this position.

Evening Kitchen Supervisor

Part-Time or Full-Time | Evening Availability Required

About the Role

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy leading others by example? We’re looking for a dependable, motivated leader who is passionate about serving others, developing team members, and helping our kitchen operate with excellence.

As an Evening Kitchen Leader, you’ll lead our Back of House team during our evening shift, ensuring food is prepared safely, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining Chick-fil-A’s high standards for quality, cleanliness, and food safety. You’ll coach Team Members, solve problems, maintain kitchen flow, and help execute a successful close each night.

This is a hands-on leadership position. You’ll be expected to lead from the front by serving alongside your team, developing others, and creating a positive culture built on teamwork, accountability, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Back of House team throughout the evening shift.
• Ensure food is prepared safely, accurately, and according to Chick-fil-A standards.
• Coach, encourage, and develop Team Members in real time.
• Maintain strong kitchen communication and teamwork.
• Direct kitchen operations to maximize speed, accuracy, and food quality.
• Monitor and uphold all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Delegate responsibilities and provide clear direction throughout the shift.
• Assist with inventory organization, stocking, and equipment care.
• Lead and execute nightly closing procedures.
• Identify operational opportunities and proactively solve problems.
• Partner with Front of House leaders to deliver an exceptional Guest experience.
• May be asked to complete catering or delivery runs during the evening while maintaining Chick-fil-A’s standards for professionalism and hospitality.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and accountable team culture.
• Lead by example through attitude, urgency, and servant leadership.
• ServSafe Certification Preferred

What We’re Looking For

• 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of one year of kitchen leadership experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Ability and willingness to complete evening catering or delivery runs when needed.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and accountable.
• Calm under pressure and able to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for food safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence.
• Positive attitude with a servant-minded approach to leadership.
• Able to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Available to work evenings, including Fridays and Saturdays.

Why This Role Matters

Leadership in our kitchen goes beyond managing operations. It’s about creating an environment where people can grow, standards never slip, and every meal reflects the care we have for our Guests. As an Evening Kitchen Leader, you’ll play a critical role in developing your team, protecting food safety, and ensuring every shift ends with the kitchen prepared for success the following day. Whether you’re coaching a Team Member, leading the kitchen, or delivering an order to a Guest, your leadership helps create the Chick-fil-A experience our community has come to expect. If you’re passionate about developing people, leading by example, and pursuing excellence every day, we’d love to meet you.

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. 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! Join the Chick-fil-A family today!