Chick-fil-A Kitchen Manager

Cooper Connect; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Contribution

401(k) Retirement Plan

2 Weeks of Paid Time Off

Free Meals During Shifts

$50 Monthly Cell Phone Allowance

Company-Provided Uniforms

Never Work on Sundays

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to join our high-volume Western New York restaurant. You will own Back of House operations, drive food quality and speed, and lead a fast-paced team.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on developing leaders, maintaining safety and cleanliness, managing costs, and delivering outstanding guest experiences. Join a well-established team that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement, with great benefits and a Monday-Saturday

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant kitchen management experience.
• Proven track record of leading teams and driving operational results.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Delivering operational excellence by taking ownership of all Back of House operations, ensuring consistent food quality, speed of service, and efficient kitchen execution.
• Building high-performing teams by identifying, training, coaching, and developing future leaders within the kitchen.
• Leading and managing the kitchen team through hands-on leadership, clear communication, and accountability to high operational standards.
• Increasing profitability by effectively managing food and labor costs, maintaining inventory, reducing waste, and improving kitchen productivity.
• Collaborating with the Operations Director and Front of House Director to ensure smooth restaurant operations and deliver a remarkable guest experience.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment that prioritizes food safety, team member safety, and Chick-fil-A's quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Operational excellence

Food safety

Inventory management

Labor management

Communication

Job description

• Owner/Operator Cassandra Sheedy has been a Chick-fil-A Operator for 8 years, building one of the busiest restaurants in Western New York with a strong focus on leadership, teamwork, and operational excellence.


• Join a well-established, high-performing restaurant that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, take ownership, and contribute to its continued success.


• Be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional food quality, remarkable guest experiences, and operational excellence while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.


• Chick-fil-A has the highest customer satisfaction scores for 10 consecutive year


• Chick-fil-A is the fastest growing Quick Service Restaurant in the nation


• 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

• Health Insurance Contribution


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• 2 Weeks of Paid Time Off


• Free Meals During Shifts


• $50 Monthly Cell Phone Allowance


• Company-Provided Uniforms


• Never Work on Sundays

We are looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to join our team at Chick-fil-A. This hands-on leadership opportunity is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has a proven track record of leading successful kitchen operations. This leader will take ownership of the kitchen, develop and lead a high-performing team, and drive excellence in food quality, food safety, and operational execution. As part of a well-established, high-performing restaurant, this individual will play a key role in maintaining high standards, strengthening team performance, and contributing to the restaurant's continued success.

Your Impact

• Delivering operational excellence by taking ownership of all Back of House operations, ensuring consistent food quality, speed of service, and efficient kitchen execution.


• Building high-performing teams by identifying, training, coaching, and developing future leaders within the kitchen.


• Leading and managing the kitchen team through hands-on leadership, clear communication, and accountability to high operational standards.


• Increasing profitability by effectively managing food and labor costs, maintaining inventory, reducing waste, and improving kitchen productivity.


• Collaborating with the Operations Director and Front of House Director to ensure smooth restaurant operations and deliver a remarkable guest experience.


• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment that prioritizes food safety, team member safety, and Chick-fil-A's quality standards.


• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant kitchen management experience


• Proven track record of successfully leading teams, developing leaders, and driving operational results


• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, inventory management, and labor management


• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment (preferred)


• Passion for Chick-fil-A's values and commitment to operational excellence