Chick-fil-A Manager

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 54,738 - 66,903; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Chick-fil-A Manager) oversees daily operations and long-term strategy for the Chick-fil-A restaurant in the Nebraska City Union, ensuring customer service excellence and business objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, and adherence to brand standards, with scheduling that includes evenings, late nights, and weekends in Lincoln, NE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent education/experience.
• Four years of food service experience with demonstrated career progression.
• Experience managing a cash-handling operation.
• Firm knowledge of food service management practices (production, service styles, team building, hiring, training).
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing test.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to exceptional leadership and customer service.
• Foster and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for customers and team members.
• Exercise independent judgment in managing overall operations of the retail location.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and develop team members.
• Ensure staff meet operational, service, and brand standards of Chick-fil-A and University Dining.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and product quality.
• Monitor and manage financial performance, including reviewing sales trends and implementing strategies to achieve business goals.
• Forecast inventory needs and order products and supplies to support efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and operational policies and procedures within the store.
• Uphold brand standards for branded restaurant concepts it oversees.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team development

Problem solving

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Hospitality/food service mgmt background

Job description

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Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Chick-fil-A Manager

Department

Department Housing: Chick-fil-A-12426

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260609

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 07/30/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/12/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Chick-fil-A Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and long-term strategic management of the Chick-fil-A restaurant located in the Nebraska City Union, ensuring operational excellence, exceptional customer service, and achievement of business objectives.

• Demonstrate a commitment to exceptional leadership and customer service
• Foster and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for customers and team members
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion in managing the overall operations of the retail location
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and develop team members
• Ensure all staff meet the operational, service, and brand standards of Chick-fil-A and University Dining
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and product quality
• Monitor and manage financial performance, including reviewing sales trends and implementing strategies to achieve business goals
• Forecast inventory needs and order products and supplies to support efficient operations
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and operational policies and procedures within the store
• Uphold the brand standards for branded restaurant concepts it oversees

Schedule varies and includes evenings, late nights, and weekend shifts.

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

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• Bachelor’s or equivalent education/experience. Food-related, business, or hotel/restaurant management field.
• Four years of food service experience with demonstrated career progression, showing increased leadership and responsibility.
• Experience managing a cash-handling operation necessary.
• Must exhibit a firm knowledge of excellent food service management practices to include food production, service styles, team building, hiring, staff development, and training.
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing the Safety and Sanitation test required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant food/dietetic/hospitality or business field.
• Knowledge of cost controls, inventory controls and food safety/sanitation programs necessary.
• Knowledge of personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and internet necessary.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $60,821/yr. minimum

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Evenings, late nights, and weekend shifts.

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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