Chick-fil-A Career Launch Program

Cooper Connect; Maryville (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Vacation

Overtime Available

Career mentorship

No Sundays

Culture of growth

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Hunter's Crossing/West Broadway in Maryville, MO, is seeking a driven leader to join our team in a full-time operations role. The operator-led program emphasizes culture, mentorship, and growth, with a focus on developing future leaders through a structured LDP track and hands-on restaurant leadership experience.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of leadership experience in hospitality or a related field, with a passion for service, people, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience.
• Experience in hospitality or restaurant environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and lead in every area of restaurant operations.
• Build, coach, and manage high-performing teams of 50+ team members.
• Improve guest experience, reduce costs, and increase overall restaurant performance.
• Gain direct preparation and experience for future leadership roles, including potential candidacy for Chick-fil-A's Leadership Development Program.

Skills

Leadership experience

People management

Guest service

Mentorship

Operations oversight

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Company: Chick-fil-A Hunter's Crossing/West Broadway

• Frankie Turner has been an Owner/Operator for 30 years
  
• Frankie was selected as a multi-unit Owner/Operator in 2021
  
• Frankie has developed 15 Owner/Operators or LDP Candidates
  
• Chick-fil-A at Hunter's Crossing has an unbeatable culture!
  
• Chick-fil-A is the fastest growing Quick Service Restaurant in the nation
  
• Chick-fil-A has the highest customer satisfaction scores for 10 consecutive years
  
• Chick-fil-A is on Forbes Lists for: Best Customer Service (2025), Customer Experience All Stars (2024), America's Dream Employers (2025), Best Brands For Social Impact (2023), Best Employers for Women (2023), America's Best Large Employers (2023), The Halo 100 (2022)
  
• Chick-fil-A has awarded $191 million in team member scholarships since 1973, with $26 million total awarded to 14,000+ winners in 2024
  

Value and Appreciate Employees

• Competitive Pay
  
• Health Insurance
  
• 401k
  
• Paid Vacation
• Overtime Available
  
• Career advancement and professional mentorship
  
• Never work on Sundays
  
• A culture that values people, excellence, and growth

Launch your career in leadership with one of the most successful Chick-fil-A Operators in the country. We're hiring a driven, hands-on leader to join our team at Chick-fil-A Hunter's Crossing/West Broadway, where growth isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected. This full-time role is ideal for a recent college graduate or emerging professional who wants to build a long-term career in restaurant leadership, business operations, or pursue Chick-fil-A’s highly competitive Leadership Development Program (LDP). Operator Frankie Turner has served as an Owner/Operator for over 30 years and currently leads two thriving Chick-fil-A locations in Maryville and Alcoa. He has personally developed more than 15 leaders into Chick-fila Owner/Operators or LDP participants. Frankie is known for his exceptional culture, strong mentorship, and proven ability to grow future leaders.

Your Impact

• Learn and lead in every area of restaurant operations
  
• Build, coach, and manage high-performing teams of 50+ team members
  
• Improve guest experience, reduce costs, and increase overall restaurant performance
  
• Gain direct preparation and experience for future leadership roles, including potential candidacy for Chick-fil-A’s Leadership Development Program
• Bachelor's Degree required
  
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience
  
• Passion for service, people, and excellence
  
• Previous hospitality or restaurant experience preferred
  
• Strong interest in long-term career growth, including potential Chick-fil-A LDP participation