Back of House Team Leader

Chick-fil-A; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal when working a shift

Referral program

Scholarships

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Osage Beach is seeking a highly skilled Back of House Team Leader to drive culinary excellence and food safety in a fast-paced kitchen. You will lead BOH shifts, coach team members, ensure quality, and maintain efficiency during peak volumes alongside the franchise operator.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in kitchen leadership, knowledge of food safety, and strong communication. This full-time role offers growth opportunities, flexible scheduling, paid training, and scholarships to

Qualifications

• 1+ years of kitchen/restaurant leadership experience.
• Knowledge of basic food safety; ServSafe certification a plus.
• Strong communication and motivating leadership required.
• Ability to stand long shifts and lift 30–50 lbs regularly.
• Flexible availability including weekends; Sundays off as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily BOH shift operations, set a positive tone and train new hires.
• Enforce food safety guidelines, proper temperatures, and cleanliness.
• Coach BOH team across stations, ensuring high teamwork and standards.
• Monitor food prep systems, inventory, and waste to control costs.
• Maintain equipment safety and sanitation checklists during shifts.
• Communicate clearly with Front of House and leadership.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Leadership & drive

Physical stamina

Flexible availability

Weekend availability

Job description

Chick-fil-A Osage Beach FSU Immediate Opening for a Highly Skilled Back of House Team Leader

Are you searching for a fun, enthusiastic workplace where you can lead and inspire a team? Do you enjoy a fast-paced, people-focused environment that fosters teamwork and personal growth? If yes, this exciting opportunity at Chick-fil-A is perfect for you! Join Chick-fil-A®, where working is more than a job—it’s a chance to develop your leadership skills in a positive and deliciously fun atmosphere. We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, paid training, and scholarships to support your professional growth.

We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Back of House Team Leader to drive culinary excellence, speed, and food safety in our kitchen. In this operational leadership role, you will lead BOH shifts, coach kitchen team members, manage food quality, and maintain kitchen efficiency during peak volumes. You will work directly alongside Executive Directors and the Franchise Operator to uphold Chick-fil-A's high standards of quality and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Kitchen Shift Leadership: Lead daily BOH shift operations with urgency and precision, ensuring fast production speeds and accurate order fulfillment. Set a positive tone by leading shifts, opening/closing, and acting as a role model. Assist in training new hires and foster a friendly, encouraging team environment. Strong people skills and a genuine desire to serve and support team members
• Food Safety & Quality Control: Enforce strict adherence to Chick-fil-A food safety guidelines, correct holding temperatures, recipe accuracy, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Team Coaching & Development: Mentor and train BOH team members across all kitchen stations (breading, prep, machines, boards), setting a high standard for teamwork and work ethic. Coach and develop team members to meet operational and service goals
• Cost & Food Waste Control: Monitor food prep systems, inventory rotation (FIFO), and waste tracking to help manage kitchen food costs and operational efficiency.
• Equipment & Cleanliness: Ensure all kitchen equipment is operated safely and maintained; oversee opening, mid-shift, and closing sanitation checklists. Manage food costs through training and systems
• Communication: Maintain clear, positive communication with Front of House leadership to balance food timing and guest satisfaction. Communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1+ years of kitchen, food prep, or restaurant leadership experience preferred.
• Food Safety: Knowledge of basic food safety standards (ServSafe certification is a plus).
• Leadership & Drive: Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate a team under high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen conditions. Leadership experience preferred but not required. Fair and respectful management of team behavior and performance
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long shifts and comfortably lift and carry 30–50 lbs regularly.
• Availability: Flexible availability including early mornings, late nights, and Saturdays (Sundays off). Reliable transportation with ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability: To thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Why Join Chick-fil-A?

• Enjoy a fun and loving work environment where your impact is valued
• Benefit from flexible scheduling and guaranteed Sundays off
• Earn paid Time off for full time team members
• Gain hands-on leadership experience supported by experienced Operators
• Access intentional growth and development opportunities to reach your career goals
• Take advantage of scholarship programs, competitive pay, and paid training
• Free meal when working a shift
• Referral program

Location: Osage Beach FSU 3923 Osage Beach Pkwy, Osage Beach, MO 65065, USA

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.