Full-time Kitchen Team Member

Chick-fil-A; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay

Education assistance

Health benefits

Career advancement

401K

Flexible scheduling

Meal allowance

Scholarships

Competitive pay

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Jersey City is seeking a Heart of House Team Member. You will prepare, cook and assemble meals, uphold cleanliness and safety, and deliver fast, friendly service behind the scenes.

This full-time role requires 35 hours per week, with starting pay $17.50–$18.00 per hour. Benefits include health coverage, a 401K with matching, education assistance, meal allowance, and opportunities for growth within the restaurant leadership.

Qualifications

• Full-time position with 35 hours per week.
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrates servant heart, grit and integrity.
• Dependable, punctual and committed to shifts.
• Follows food safety, sanitation and recipe standards.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, assemble, and present food safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Stock inventory and rotate supplies.
• Adhere to Chick-fil-A rules and dress code.
• Support leadership and work as part of a team.

Job description

At Chick-fil-A, we believe in more than just serving great food—we believe in serving people with excellence and care. Our team is built on the core values of Servant Heart, Grit, and Integrity, and we are looking for dedicated individuals who embody these values to join our Heart of House team. As a Heart of House Team Member, you will play a vital role in ensuring our guests receive high-quality food in a timely and efficient manner. You will work behind the scenes to prepare, cook, and assemble meals with precision while maintaining Chick-fil-A’s high standards for cleanliness, safety, and teamwork.

Position Type:

• Full-time

Our Benefits Include:

• Starting pay $17.50 - $18.00 per hour
• $250 Education Assistance per semester
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Career advancement & Management
• 401K and 401K matching
• A fun work environment where you can positively influence others
• Flexible scheduling (and closed on Sundays)
• Learning first‑hand from an experienced Operator and Restaurant Leaders
• Intentional growth and development to help you reach your professional goals
• Scholarship opportunities up to $2,500 per year
• Competitive pay
• Meal allowance

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be able to work 35 hours per week
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Must demonstrate a strong servant heart, grit, and integrity.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and committed to scheduled shifts.
• Must be able to follow Chick-fil-A food safety, sanitation, and operational standards.
• Must be able to accurately follow recipes, procedures, and food preparation standards.
• Must maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Must be willing to receive coaching, training, and constructive feedback.
• Must communicate effectively and respectfully with leaders and fellow team members.
• Must work well as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Must be able to safely use kitchen equipment after appropriate training.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, and move items commonly used in kitchen operations.
• Must follow all company policies and procedures, including Food Safety 5 and workplace expectations.
• Previous restaurant or kitchen experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• Must be willing to work varying shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Heart of House Team Member Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, assemble, and present food safely, quickly and efficiently, meeting Chick-fil-A standards
• Be knowledgeable of the assignments for all kitchen stations, including fries, breading, assembling, boards, and food prep
• Stock kitchen inventory as needed
• Keep the kitchen neat, clean and orderly at all times
• Keep up‑to‑date with new products rolled out by Chick-fil-A
• Work safely around kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to Leadership
• Maintain personal knowledge by completing in‑house training and stay up‑to‑date on any changes
• Complete all opening or closing tasks as assigned
• Adhere to Chick-fil-A rules and dress code at all times
• Other duties as assigned

Most Chick-fil-A® Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners

who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own

content and policies.

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.