Prep/Dishwasher Team Member

Chick-fil-A; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Closed on Sundays

Competitive Pay

Scholarship Opportunities

College Tuition Discounts

Career Development Opportunities

A Supportive Workplace Culture

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Kitchen Prep Team Member in Poway, CA. No prior experience needed; we provide training to prepare ingredients, maintain quality, and stock the kitchen for service. You will support the back-of-house team, follow safety guidelines, and contribute to a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

You’ll join a culture focused on growth, teamwork, and customer excellence, with opportunities for development and advancement within a well-known national brand.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have a source of reliable transportation.
• Ability to handle all equipment, pans, pots, navigating shelving both high and low.
• Reading, writing, and basic math and verbal communication skills required.
• Works in hot, noisy and fast paced environment.
• Mobility required during shifts
• Must work well under pressure
• Must be able to respond to changes or edits to orders quickly and efficiently

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh ingredients according to Chick-fil-A recipes and quality standards.
• Washing, cutting, marinating, and portioning food items for daily operations.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the prep and storage areas.
• Following food safety, sanitation, and health guidelines at all times.
• Stocking and rotating inventory using proper FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Assisting the kitchen team with prep tasks to ensure smooth and efficient service during peak hours.
• Working collaboratively with fellow team members to create a positive and productive work environment.

Skills

Reading, writing & math

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Job description

Kitchen Prep Team Member – Chick-fil-A

At Chick-fil-A, being a Kitchen Prep Team Member is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to develop valuable skills while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As part of our Back of House team, you will play a vital role in preparing fresh ingredients, maintaining food quality, and ensuring the kitchen is stocked and ready for service. No previous experience is necessary—we provide all the training you need to succeed.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing fresh ingredients according to Chick-fil-A recipes and quality standards.
• Washing, cutting, marinating, and portioning food items for daily operations.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the prep and storage areas.
• Following food safety, sanitation, and health guidelines at all times.
• Stocking and rotating inventory using proper FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Assisting the kitchen team with prep tasks to ensure smooth and efficient service during peak hours.
• Working collaboratively with fellow team members to create a positive and productive work environment.

A job at Chick-fil-A is more than just a paycheck—it's a stepping stone toward personal and professional growth. We are committed to investing in our Team Members and providing opportunities for development.

Benefits of Working at Chick-fil-A

• Flexible Scheduling– We understand you have commitments outside of work, including school, family, and extracurricular activities. We strive to build schedules that support your lifestyle.
• Closed on Sundays– Our restaurants are closed every Sunday, giving Team Members a dedicated day to rest, spend time with loved ones, or worship if they choose.
• Competitive Pay– Receive competitive compensation while developing valuable workplace and leadership skills.
• Scholarship Opportunities– Eligible Team Members can apply for Chick-fil-A's Remarkable Futures Scholarships, which have awarded more than $136 million to help Team Members pursue higher education.
• College Tuition Discounts– Enjoy tuition discounts at participating colleges and universities nationwide.
• Career Development Opportunities– Build skills in teamwork, leadership, time management, food safety, and operations, with opportunities for advancement.
• A Supportive Workplace Culture– At Chick-fil-A, Team Members are valued as individuals. We foster an environment built on respect, teamwork, and personal growth, making it a great place to work.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age upon hire date
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must have a source of reliable transportation
• Ability to handle all equipment, pans, pots, navigating shelving both high and low
• Reading, writing, and basic math and verbal communication skills required
• Works in hot, noisy and fast paced environment
• Mobility required during shifts
• Must work well under pressure
• Must be able to respond to changes or edits to orders quickly and efficiently

Chick-fil-A, Inc., Founder S. Truett Cathy started the business in 1946, when he and his brother, Ben, opened an Atlanta diner known as The Dwarf Grill (later renamed The Dwarf House®). Through the years, that restaurant prospered and led Cathy to further the success of his business. In 1967, Cathy founded and opened the first Chick-fil-A restaurant in Atlanta's Greenbriar Shopping Center. Today, Chick-fil-A has the highest same-store sales and is the largest quick-service chicken restaurant chain in the United States based on annual system-wide sales. Today, Chick-fil-A is America's #1 fast food restaurant.

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. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.