Director

Workstream; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun work environment

Flexible hours

Mentorship from leaders

Growth opportunities

Scholarship opportunities

Competitive pay

Free meals during shifts

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Emporia in Virginia is seeking a restaurant leader who can balance results and relationships, empowering team members and driving key metrics.

This role emphasizes servant leadership, strong ethics, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Exhibits servant leadership and puts others above self.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Has a strong moral compass.
• Ability to manage Team Member behavioral and performance issues.
• Integrity and alignment of actions and words with values.
• Strong work ethic.
• Prior experience as shift lead or restaurant supervisor is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead restaurant operations and influence metrics through daily decisions.
• Balance daily checklists with relationship-building among staff.
• Develop strong relationships with employees and guests.
• Demonstrate high capacity by handling multiple responsibilities.
• Make decisions that impact key metrics.

Skills

Servant leadership

Team leadership

Decision making

Relationship building

Strong work ethic

Job description

\"Everything rises and falls on leadership\" -John Maxwell

“Leaders are the heart of our restaurant. They help create the culture and make decisions that directly influence every metric that matters in the business.” -Jason Riddle Owner/Operator of Chick-fi-A Emporia

A restaurant leader must be able to balance both results and relationships, having the ability to not only complete daily checklists but also develop strong relationships with fellow employees. Leaders must have a high capacity, being able to hold multiple responsibilities in tension. Strong decision making is crucial for success in this position as leaders make decisions that directly impact every important metric in the business.

Pay Range:

• $20 - $22

Position Type:

• Full-time and Part-time

Our Benefits Include:

• A fun work environment where you can positively influence others


• Flexible hours. We recognize that great employees are busy in their personal lives. We all work to live and recognize that the organization is better when employees are rested and happy. We know that when we take care of our employees they will take care of our guests.


• Learning first‑hand from an experienced Operator and Restaurant Leaders


• Intentional growth and development to help you reach your professional goals


• Scholarship opportunities


• Competitive pay. We watch business around us and strive to provide equivalent pay or better.


• Break meals. Employees working a shift greater than five hours receive free delicious, cravable products from Chick-fil-A.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Exhibits servant leadership. Puts others above self.


• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment


• Has a strong moral compass.


• Ability to manage Team Member behavioral and performance issues


• Is defined by integrity where actions and words are in alignment.


• Standard bearer with the ability to embody and defend the vision and values of the organization.


• Has a strong work ethic


• Prior experience as shift lead, crew lead, supervisor, team lead, restaurant manager, restaurant assistant manager is not required but is preferred.

We’re more than just a chicken restaurant, we are a company that puts people first in all we do. We care for each other and our guests. Specifically, we hope to be Emporia's most caring company.

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.