Kitchen Team Member, Morning Shift, Chick-fil-A Bartlett

Chick-fil-A; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare contributions

Insurance coverage

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Scholarship opportunities

Leadership development

Flexible scheduling

Free meals

Sundays off

Cross-training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chick-fil-A The Shoppes at Bartlett is seeking dependable Team Members for morning kitchen roles, with openings in full-time and part-time schedules. Training provided to learn kitchen positions, food-prep procedures, equipment, and safety standards.

Morning shifts start as early as 4:30 AM, with daytime hours available. No prior restaurant experience needed; strong work ethic and punctuality are valued. Benefits include training and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Comfortable working early-morning hours.
• Arrive prepared and ready to contribute.
• Follow recipes and procedures consistently.
• Pay attention to details and maintain cleanliness.
• Communicate clearly with teammates and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare kitchen and stations for daily operations.
• Set up equipment and work areas for the day.
• Prepare ingredients for breakfast and lunch service.
• Stock food, packaging, and supplies before and during service.
• Prepare, cook, and assemble menu items to Chick-fil-A standards.
• Operate grills, fryers, and other equipment after training.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and product levels.
• Complete required temperature checks and food-safety procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized prep areas and assist teammates.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Early mornings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Coaching mindset

Safety practices

Job description

Morning Kitchen Team Member – Full-Time & Part-Time

Start Early. Finish Early.

If you're an early riser who likes getting your workday started—and finished—earlier, our Morning Kitchen Team may be a great fit.

Chick-fil-A The Shoppes at Bartlett is looking for dependable, hardworking Team Members to help prepare our kitchen for the day and serve our guests throughout the morning and daytime hours.

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. Opening shifts may begin as early as 4:30 AM, with additional morning and daytime schedules available based on restaurant needs.

No previous restaurant experience is required. We'll provide hands-on training to teach you our kitchen positions, food-preparation procedures, equipment, and safety standards.

Help Us Start the Day Strong

Our Morning Kitchen Team plays an important role in setting up the restaurant for a successful day.

Depending on your position and training, morning responsibilities may include:

• Preparing the kitchen and assigned stations for daily operations
• Setting up equipment and work areas for the day
• Preparing ingredients and products needed for breakfast and lunch service
• Stocking food, packaging, and supplies before and during service
• Preparing, cooking, and assembling menu items according to Chick-fil-A standards
• Breading chicken by hand and preparing products for cooking
• Operating grills, pressure fryers, open fryers, and other kitchen equipment after completing required training
• Monitoring food quality, freshness, and product levels
• Completing required temperature checks and food-safety procedures
• Following established recipes, cooking procedures, and portion standards
• Reading order screens and preparing products accurately
• Keeping food-preparation areas clean, organized, and stocked
• Washing dishes and cleaning kitchen equipment
• Receiving and organizing deliveries when assigned
• Communicating with teammates and leaders to keep food fresh and orders moving
• Preparing the kitchen for smooth transitions between breakfast, lunch, and later shifts

What We're Looking For

Morning shifts depend heavily on Team Members being reliable and ready to work at their scheduled start time.

We're looking for people who:

• Are dependable and punctual
• Are comfortable working early-morning hours
• Arrive prepared and ready to contribute
• Work with urgency while maintaining quality and safety
• Follow recipes and procedures consistently
• Pay attention to details
• Stay productive throughout the shift
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Communicate clearly with Team Members and leaders
• Accept coaching and apply feedback
• Take responsibility for mistakes and work to improve
• Help teammates when needed
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Follow restaurant policies, food-safety procedures, and workplace-safety expectations

Morning & Daytime Scheduling

Opening shifts may begin as early as 4:30 AM.

Other morning and daytime shifts may begin later depending on restaurant needs and the availability agreed upon at hiring. Shift end times will vary based on start time, employment status, and scheduling needs, with daytime scheduling generally extending through approximately 4:00 PM.

Both full-time and part-time schedules may be available.

Saturday availability is required depending on the position and schedule agreed upon at hiring.

Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays.

Build Your Kitchen Skills

You don't need to know how to operate every kitchen position when you start.

Through training and experience, you'll have opportunities to learn different areas of our kitchen and build skills in:

• Food preparation and production
• Kitchen setup and organization
• Food safety and sanitation
• Equipment operation
• Quality control
• Time management
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Working efficiently during high-volume periods

As you demonstrate reliability, strong performance, and initiative, you may have opportunities to cross-train in additional positions and pursue leadership development.

Physical Requirements

Morning Kitchen Team Members should be prepared for an active work environment and be able to:

• Remain on their feet for extended periods
• Walk, bend, reach, lift, and perform repetitive movements
• Work safely around hot cooking equipment and surfaces
• Work in areas with varying temperatures
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds when necessary
• Perform basic math and measurement tasks
• Safely operate restaurant equipment after completing required training
• Maintain productivity in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• No previous restaurant experience required
• Must be able to maintain the morning/daytime availability agreed upon at hiring
• Must be dependable and punctual for early scheduled shifts
• Must be willing to complete required training
• Must follow food-safety, sanitation, equipment, and workplace-safety procedures
• Must be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable

Benefits & Opportunities

Depending on employment status and program eligibility, benefits and opportunities may include:

• Employer healthcare contributions
• Comprehensive insurance coverage
• Paid time off for eligible full-time Team Members
• 401(k) matching for eligible Team Members
• Scholarship opportunities
• Leadership development
• Flexible scheduling
• Free break meals
• Sundays off
• Hands-on training and cross-training
• Opportunities for advancement

Join Our Morning Kitchen Team

Morning Team Members help set the pace for everything that follows. From preparing the kitchen for the day to keeping food fresh and available through busy breakfast and lunch periods, your work helps the entire restaurant succeed.

If you're dependable, willing to learn, and ready to get an early start on your day, we'd love to meet you.

**Benefits, paid time off, insurance, retirement-plan participation, advancement opportunities, and other programs are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and may change based on program requirements and restaurant needs.**

Chick-fil-A, Inc. is a family owned and privately held restaurant company founded in 1967 by S. Truett Cathy. Devoted to serving the local communities in which its franchised restaurants operate, and known for its original chicken sandwich, Chick-fil-A serves freshly prepared food in more than 2,300 restaurants in 47 states and Washington, D.C.