Kitchen Shift Leader

Chick-fil-A; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meals

Free College

Free Counseling

Competitive Pay

Closed Sundays

Paid Time Off

Free Life Insurance

Scholarship Opportunities

Growth & Development

Learning from Leaders

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Shift Leader to support senior leadership in daily operations, coach team members, and uphold our service standards. The role emphasizes food safety, quality, and efficient kitchen workflows in a fast-paced environment.

Full-time with open availability; Sundays may be required for special projects. Benefits include meals, growth opportunities, and a positive, team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and uphold company values and standards.
• Customer mindset with passion for food prep and a willingness to learn, follow instructions, and embrace new procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while following recipes accurately and consistently.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices to maintain a food safe work environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team setting.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality in attendance and work schedule adherence.
• Excellent personal hygiene and grooming standards.

Responsibilities

• Food Safety: Maintain strict adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handwashing, glove usage, and cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
• Cleanliness and Organization: Keep the kitchen area clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times. Follow cleaning schedules and end‑of‑shift cleaning procedures.
• Food Preparation: Follow Chick‑fil‑A’s recipes and preparation methods to ensure consistent and delicious food items are produced. This includes marinating, breading, grilling, and frying various menu items.
• Cooking Expertise: Operate equipment, i.e. fryers, grills & ovens, with precision to cook items to correct temperature & quality.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect ingredients for freshness and quality before using them in food preparation. Maintain standards for taste, appearance, and portion control.
• Speedy Execution: Work efficiently to ensure fast preparation of orders during peak periods, collaborating with team members to maintain a steady workflow.
• Order Accuracy: Communicate with the front‑of‑house team to ensure accurate order preparation, including special requests, modifications, and allergen considerations.
• Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring inventory levels of food supplies and ingredients, notifying supervisors when items are running low to prevent shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with fellow kitchen team members, demonstrating effective communication and teamwork to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Learning and Development: Participate in training and skill‑building opportunities to enhance culinary skills and menu knowledge

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Job description

A Shift Leader is one who consistently demonstrates our core values, embraces the Chick-fil-A culture and has a servant’s heart. They have a passion for people and serving others, have strong character, take initiative and work with a sense of urgency at all times. Our Team Leaders are responsible for supporting senior leadership in executing daily operations and keeping team members accountable for each component of Operational Excellence and our Recipe for Service. A Team Leader’s two main areas of focus are completing tasks so that the restaurant runs effectively, and coaching/developing team members. Team Leaders lead by example and set the tone that others will follow.

Position Type

• Full-time with open availability, typically Monday-Saturdays. Sundays required when needed for special projects or meetings.

Our Benefits Include

• Free Meals
• Free College
• Free Counseling
• Competitive Pay
• Closed on Sundays
• Paid Time Off (Leaders only)
• Free Life Insurance
• Scholarship Opportunities
• A fun work environment where you can positively influence other
• Learning first‑hand from an experienced Operator and Restaurant Leaders
• Intentional growth and development to help you reach your professional goals

Key Behaviors

• Prioritize food quality, food safety and cleanliness
• Treat everyone with honor, dignity and respect
• Be cheerful and proactive with a positive attitude
• Be consistently reliable and punctual
• Stand for several consecutive hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

What You’ll Do

• Food Safety: Maintain strict adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handwashing, glove usage, and cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
• Cleanliness and Organization: Keep the kitchen area clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times. Follow cleaning schedules and end‑of‑shift cleaning procedures.
• Food Preparation: Follow Chick‑fil‑A’s recipes and preparation methods to ensure consistent and delicious food items are produced. This includes marinating, breading, grilling, and frying various menu items.
• Cooking Expertise: Operate equipment, i.e. fryers, grills & ovens, with precision to cook items to correct temperature & quality.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect ingredients for freshness and quality before using them in food preparation. Maintain standards for taste, appearance, and portion control.
• Speedy Execution: Work efficiently to ensure fast preparation of orders during peak periods, collaborating with team members to maintain a steady workflow.
• Order Accuracy: Communicate with the front‑of‑house team to ensure accurate order preparation, including special requests, modifications, and allergen considerations.
• Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring inventory levels of food supplies and ingredients, notifying supervisors when items are running low to prevent shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with fellow kitchen team members, demonstrating effective communication and teamwork to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Learning and Development: Participate in training and skill‑building opportunities to enhance culinary skills and menu knowledge

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and uphold company values and standards.
• Customer mindset with passion for food prep and a willingness to learn, follow instructions, and embrace new procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while following recipes accurately and consistently.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices to maintain a food safe work environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team setting.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality in attendance and work schedule adherence.
• Excellent personal hygiene and grooming standards.

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.