Kitchen Operations Leader & Team Coach

Chick-fil-A; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Kitchen Manager to guard our brand and restaurant culture while leading hands-on operations in the kitchen. This role focuses on labor management, food safety, catering execution, and team development to deliver remarkable guest experiences.

As a guardian of Core values, you will coach and support team members, lead shifting, and ensure opening/closing procedures are followed. Join us to grow as a servant leader in a people-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate mature, professional leadership and coaching abilities.
• Ability to work peak hours, including opening and closing shifts.
• Commitment to confidentiality, fairness, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Drive labor planning, breaks, and workflow efficiency in the kitchen.
• Execute catering orders with proper preparation, packaging, and delivery.
• Lead shift as a supervisor, coaching others and maintaining service standards.
• Ensure safety standards, apparel, and shift readiness at all times.
• Conduct shift huddles and report progress toward monthly goals.
• Utilize communication tools for coordination and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Problem solving

Operational oversight

Food safety

Labor management

Hospitality mindset

Job description

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Kitchen Manager to guard our brand and restaurant culture while leading hands-on operations in the kitchen. This role focuses on labor management, food safety, catering execution, and team development to deliver remarkable guest experiences.

As a guardian of Core values, you will coach and support team members, lead shifting, and ensure opening/closing procedures are followed. Join us to grow as a servant leader in a people-focused environment.