Leadership Development Program

Chick-fil-A; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Competitive Pay

Annual Merit Increases

Longevity Bonus

Scholarship Program

Free Meals

Free Parking

Wardrobe Stipend

Cell Phone Stipend

Job summary

Chick-fil-A in Birmingham, Alabama is offering a Leadership Development Program designed to cultivate future business leaders. This self-paced program typically ranges from 2-3 years and focuses on hands-on experience across various restaurant roles. Participants will develop leadership skills, managerial tasks, and business operations understanding. Benefits include flexible schedules, paid time off, health insurance, and competitive pay. Ideal candidates possess an entrepreneurial spirit and a bachelor's degree or relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Interest in hands-on business experience and leadership skills.
• Progression to Director role requires a degree or relevant experience.
• Flexibility to work in various roles in the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through various roles in the restaurant.
• Understand the day-to-day business operation.
• Learn managerial-level tasks and critical success factors.
• Lead areas of the business with support from coaching.

Skills

Leadership skills

Team building

Management skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience

Job description

At Chick-fil-A Midtown Plaza, we strive to see our leaders GROW:

Gain from Engaged Leadership

• Leadership Coaching
• Chick-fil-A, Inc. proven leadership resources
• Transferrable business skills

Roadmap to a Brighter Future

• Career growth
• Pathway to Chick-fil-A Franchisee or Corporate Staff

Opportunities for Development

• Valuable team-building experiences
• Chick-fil-A, Inc. leadership development courses

Work full of Meaning

• Lead others
• Positively impact Birmingham
• Closed on Sundays

What is Chick-fil-A Midtown Plaza Leadership Development Program?

Midtown Plaza LDP exists to develop future business leaders. Participants gain real leadership experience, real professional development, and real growth opportunities - positively impacting Team Members and Birmingham along the way!

What is the process?

During LDP, you will rotate through various roles in the restaurant, working directly with the franchisee to accomplish the following goals:

1. BUILD A STRONG FOUNDATION as a Team Member by understanding the day-to-day business operation.
2. MASTER MANAGEMENT as a Supervisor by learning managerial-level tasks and by studying Chick-fil-A, Inc.'s Critical Success Factors business model.
3. LEARN LEADERSHIP as a Director through the Director rotation process - lead each area of the business while being supported through leadership coaching, resources, team exercises, & Chick-fil-A, Inc. experiences.
4. EXCEL AS A FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER by being well-prepared for Chick-fil-A, Inc.'s Franchisee or Corporate Staff application process. Support includes individualized leadership development, consistent feedback, financial goal setting, Drive-Thru/Grand Opening experience, & interview preparation.

Who is eligible to apply?

LDP is for individuals who are interested in hands-on business experience, gaining valuable leadership skills, and who have an entrepreneurial spirit. Progression to the Director role requires a bachelor's degree or relevant experience.

How long is the program?

LDP is self-paced, typically ranging from 2-3 years. Participants may begin as college students. Previous work experience accelerates progression.

LDP Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Competitive Pay
• Annual Merit Increases
• Longevity Bonus
• Scholarship Program
• Free Meals
• Free Parking
• Wardrobe Stipend
• Cell Phone Stipend