Breader 2-PM-close

Workstream; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Breader to support our fast-paced BOH. You will bread chicken, maintain station, and work with the team to meet quality standards. This role emphasizes teamwork, precision, and a strong work ethic in a busy kitchen environment.

As a Breader, you will contribute to menu consistency and service speed, gaining hands-on training and opportunities to grow with the restaurant. Physical stamina and reliability are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Follow strict breading procedures with high attention to detail.
• Previous kitchen or food prep experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Bread and prep chicken according to procedures.
• Maintain breading station for cleanliness.
• Ensure breading quality and portioning.
• Support rapid service during peak breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Assist with station organization and restocking.

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Ability to follow procedures

Job description

Position: Breader

A Breader position at Chick-fil-A is a vital, fast-paced Back of House (BOH) role focused on preparing the signature hand-breaded chicken to exact quality standards. It is a physically demanding, high-volume role that is often considered one of the most essential positions in the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Breading Chicken: Dipping, coating, and preparing chicken filets, nuggets, and strips according to strict procedures.
• Quality Control: Ensuring proper breading consistency, portioning, and appearance.
• Food Safety: Maintaining proper raw chicken handling, temperature control, and sanitization protocols.
• Efficiency: Working quickly during high-volume breakfast, lunch and dinner rushes.
• Station Management: Cleaning, organizing, and restocking the breading station.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, move continuously, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Skills: High attention to detail, ability to follow strict procedures, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience: Previous kitchen or food prep experience is preferred but rarely required.

What to Expect

Breading is considered a "high-pressure" spot where precision is crucial—if the breader falls behind, the entire kitchen can slow down. It requires working with raw chicken, which can be messy and requires high hygiene standards. It is often described as a fun, team-oriented, yet physically demanding job.

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.