Kitchen Manager

Chick-fil-A; Overview Gardens (DE); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sundays off

Employee meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

Chick‑fil‑A North Dupont Hwy is seeking a passionate Kitchen Director to lead our back‑of‑house operations with a focus on safety, quality, and guest experience.

As Kitchen Director you will coach a fast‑paced team, enforce sanitation standards, manage inventory and food costs, and collaborate with restaurant leadership to ensure smooth daily operations and a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or leadership experience required (Chick‑fil‑A experience is a plus).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Passion for food quality and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen operations to maintain Chick‑fil‑A’s high standards of quality and service.
• Train, develop, and mentor team members to enhance efficiency and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage food costs, and reduce waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked kitchen.
• Uphold Chick‑fil‑A’s Core Values and create a positive work culture.
• Work closely with other leaders to ensure smooth restaurant operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Training

Job description

Job Title

Kitchen Manager

Location

Chick-fil-A North Dupont Hwy

Pay

$22 -25 per hour (based on experience)

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Description

Chick-fil-A North Dupont Hwy is seeking a passionate and driven Kitchen Director to lead our back‑of‑house operations. The Kitchen Director will be responsible for overseeing food safety, team leadership, operational excellence, and ensuring a positive and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen operations to maintain Chick‑fil‑A’s high standards of quality and service.
• Train, develop, and mentor team members to enhance efficiency and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage food costs, and reduce waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked kitchen.
• Uphold Chick‑fil‑A’s Core Values and create a positive work culture.
• Work closely with other leaders to ensure smooth restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or leadership experience required (Chick‑fil‑A experience is a plus).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Passion for food quality and customer service.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive pay ($22 to $25 per hour, based on experience).
• Sundays off.
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities.
• Employee meal discounts.
• Positive and team‑oriented work environment.