Back of House Team Member/Kitchen

Chick-fil-A 410 & Rigsby Ave.; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Paid training

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Outlets at San Clemente is seeking a Back-of-House/Kitchen Team Member to help ensure high standards of food preparation, cleanliness, and efficiency in our kitchen operations. This non-exempt hourly role collaborates with the team to deliver an exceptional dining experience and uphold Chick-fil-A standards.

You will prepare menu items, maintain food safety, and participate in ongoing training. Flexible shifts include weekends and holidays, with competitive pay and benefits in a

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience preferred but training available.
• Follow recipes and procedures accurately.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and a positive attitude with team members and guests.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items according to Chick-fil-A recipes and procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
• Food Safety and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment and follow proper food safety protocols.
• Team Collaboration: Work with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
• Inventory Management: Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating inventory to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Equipment Maintenance: Use and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting issues to management.
• Compliance: Adhere to state and federal regulations including food safety and labor laws.
• Training: Participate in ongoing Chick-fil-A training and development.
• Guest Experience: Deliver high-quality food and service to guests, upholding Chick-fil-A standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Shift flexibility

18+ years old

Job description

Back of House Team Member/Kitchen

Full-time / Part-time

$20.00 - 23.00 per hour

Position Summary

As a Back-of-House/Kitchen Team Member at Chick-fil-A Outlets at San Clemente, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, cleanliness, and efficiency in our kitchen operations. You will work closely with other team members to deliver an exceptional dining experience for our guests while adhering to all state and federal laws and Chick-fil-A standards. This position is a non-exempt hourly position.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items according to Chick-fil-A recipes and procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
• Food Safety and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and following proper food safety protocols to prevent cross-contamination.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours and support each other as needed.
• Inventory Management: Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food and supply inventory to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Equipment Maintenance: Properly use and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting any issues or malfunctions to management promptly.
• Compliance: Adhere to all state and federal regulations, including food safety guidelines, health and safety standards, and labor laws.
• Training: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities provided by Chick-fil-A to enhance job skills and knowledge.
• Guest Experience: Consistently deliver high-quality food and service to guests, maintaining Chick-fil-A's reputation for excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required; we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and procedures accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and maintain composure under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude when working with team members and guests.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.
• Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Employee Must Be Able To

• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as cases of food items or kitchen equipment.
• Push or pull items such as kitchen carts and equipment.
• Interact with other staff members.
• Climb a step stool or ladder and reach above shoulders.
• Ability to frequently stand and walk; bend, stoop, squat, kneel and reach overhead. Reach above the head and reach forward. Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; use hand strength to grasp items; and to talk and hear.
• Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk.
• Ability to comply with California Retail Food Code

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chick-fil-A Outlets at San Clemente is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Location

Chick-fil-A - Outlets at San Clemente

495 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA, 92672

Application Process

This job posting is for an opportunity at a Chick-fil-A Restaurant business independently owned and operated by a local franchised Operator. If you choose to apply for this position, you understand and acknowledge that your application and any information included with it will only be submitted to the Operator. Chick-fil-A, Inc. will not receive a copy of your employment application and will not be involved in any decisions regarding whether to hire you. If you are hired for this position, you also understand and acknowledge that the Operator’s restaurant business will be your employer, not Chick-fil-A, Inc., and that the Operator is solely responsible for all decisions related to your employment, including hiring, firing, discipline, compensation, scheduling and supervision.

Most Chick-fil-A Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own content and policies.