Kitchen Director - Lead Operations & Food Safety

Workstream; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance (medical)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid training

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Dedham is seeking a Kitchen Director to lead daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and uphold top-tier food quality and safety. The role requires open availability including weekends and strong leadership and communication skills.

Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred to support a diverse team. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to grow within a people-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen leadership experience.
• Open availability, including weekends.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure quality and food safety standards.
• Coach, train, and lead team members and team leaders, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Manage inventory, coordinate scheduling, and enforce policies to maintain efficient operations.
• Deliver constructive feedback and uphold Chick-fil-A's food safety and procedures.
• Maintain a fast-paced environment with high service standards, ensuring timely and accurate food preparation.
• Support catering operations and assist the Beyond the Restaurant Director as needed.
• Proactively resolve kitchen-related challenges and implement long-term solutions.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Team coaching

Communication

Job description

Chick-fil-A Dedham is seeking a Kitchen Director to lead daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and uphold top-tier food quality and safety. The role requires open availability including weekends and strong leadership and communication skills.

Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred to support a diverse team. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to grow within a people-focused environment.