Back of House Team Member / Cook - Day Shift

Chick-fil-A; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free college benefits

Healthcare benefits

Food allowance

Employee discount

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

401(k) matching

Referral bonus

Leadership path

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Cox Road in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Kitchen Team Member for day shifts. You’ll prepare menu items to quality standards, work with a supportive team, and develop skills in food safety, teamwork, and leadership.

This position offers daytime hours (Mon-Sat), pay ranging from $11 to $16 per hour, and paid training with growth opportunities into trainer and leadership roles. Qualified candidates will be dependable, able to stand during shifts, and eager to learn in a welcoming

Qualifications

• No prior restaurant experience required; paid training provided.
• Daytime availability Mon–Sat and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn, follow food-safety procedures, and contribute to the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble Chick-fil-A menu items to quality standards.
• Follow food-safety, cleanliness, and sanitation procedures.
• Work in breading, cooking, food preparation, assembly and support positions.
• Prepare orders accurately and efficiently during busy meal periods.
• Stock ingredients and keep work areas organized.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment after training.
• Communicate clearly and support teammates; assist with cleaning and stocking.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Job description

Kitchen Team Member – Day Shift

Chick-fil-A Cox Road | Gastonia, NC

Are you looking for a daytime job where you can build real skills, work with a supportive team, and grow as a leader? Join Chick-fil-A Cox Road as a Kitchen Team Member.

You’ll help prepare the high-quality food our guests expect while developing valuable skills in teamwork, food safety, communication, organization, and leadership.

Pay:$11–$16 per hour

Schedule:Part-time or full-time, approximately 20–40 hours per week

Daytime availability needed:Monday–Saturday

Location:424 Cox Road, Gastonia, NC

Closed every Sunday

What We Offer

• Free college opportunities for Team Members
• Healthcare benefits for Team Members
• Up to $11.50 toward food during each scheduled break
• 50% off food when visiting as a customer
• Flexible scheduling within the availability required for this position
• Paid training and ongoing development
• 401(k) matching for eligible Team Members
• A $250 referral program
• Clear opportunities to advance into Trainer and leadership roles
• Trainers and upper-level leaders earn between $17.50 and $30 per hour

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and assemble Chick-fil-A menu items according to quality standards
• Follow food-safety, cleanliness, and sanitation procedures
• Work in breading, cooking, food preparation, assembly, and support positions
• Prepare orders accurately and efficiently during busy meal periods
• Stock ingredients and keep work areas organized
• Safely operate kitchen equipment after receiving proper training
• Communicate clearly and support your teammates
• Complete cleaning, stocking, and food-preparation responsibilities
• Follow Chick-fil-A standards for food quality, accuracy, speed, and safety

You May Be a Great Fit If You

• Are dependable and arrive ready to contribute
• Enjoy working with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Respond positively to coaching and feedback
• Pay attention to details and take pride in doing things correctly
• Care about food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Are willing to learn and help wherever the team needs you
• Can remain active and on your feet throughout the shift
• Are comfortable working around heat and kitchen equipment
• Are willing to contribute to cleaning and stocking responsibilities

Previous restaurant or kitchen experience is helpful but not required. We provide paid training and support you as you learn.

Availability Requirement

Applicants for this Day Shift position must be consistently available5:15 AM - 2:00 PM three to five times a week

More Than Just a Job

At Chick-fil-A Cox Road, we want Team Members to gain skills that will serve them wherever their future takes them. For those interested in growing with us, we offer training and a clear pathway toward greater responsibility and leadership.

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.