Restaurant Cook / Kitchen Team Member - Day Shift

Chick-fil-A; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Paid vacation after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Ashland is hiring Kitchen Team Members for daytime shifts with options for full-time, part-time, or lunch-only hours. Training is provided to teach food-quality and safety standards, with an emphasis on dependable teamwork.

Ideal candidates are 16 years or older, able to lift 40 pounds, and available on Saturdays with some midweek flexibility. Competitive hourly pay is offered, along with meals and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours.
• Dependability and consistent attendance.
• A positive, humble, team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble Chick-fil-A menu items.
• Follow food-safety, quality, and portioning standards.
• Work efficiently during busy meal periods.
• Keep kitchen stations clean, stocked, and organized.
• Communicate with teammates to keep orders moving.
• Assist with food preparation, dishes, cleaning, and restocking.

Skills

Dependability

Teamwork

Coachability

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Do you enjoy staying busy, working with a strong team, and taking pride in doing things the right way?

Chick-fil-A Ashland is hiring dependable Kitchen Team Members for daytime shifts. We have opportunities for candidates seeking full-time hours, consistent part-time work, or a shorter lunch shift.

Previous kitchen experience is helpful, but it is not required. We provide paid training and will teach you Chick-fil-A’s food-quality and safety standards.

Schedule:

• Full-time daytime schedules


• Part-time daytime schedules


• Lunch-only shifts


• Weekday and Saturday shifts


• Flexible schedules based on restaurant needs and applicant availability


• Saturday availability is generally required; Wednesday availability is strongly preferred; closed Sundays

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and assemble Chick-fil-A menu items


• Follow food-safety, quality, and portioning standards


• Work efficiently during busy meal periods


• Keep kitchen stations clean, stocked, and organized


• Communicate with teammates to keep orders moving


• Assist with food preparation, dishes, cleaning, and restocking


• Maintain quality while working with speed and accuracy

What we’re looking for:

• Must be at least 16 years old


• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours


• Dependability and consistent attendance


• A positive, humble, team-first attitude


• Coachability and willingness to learn


• Reliable transportation to the restaurant


• Saturday availability, except in limited circumstances


• A strong work ethic and attention to detail


• The ability to move quickly and remain organized


• Comfort working in a high-volume kitchen environment

Why join Chick-fil-A Ashland?

• $11–$14 per hour, depending on availability and experience


• Flexible daytime and lunch-only schedules


• Free meals


• Closed every Sunday


• Scholarship opportunities


• Paid vacation after 1,000 hours worked


• 401(k) available to employees age 21 and older


• Profit sharing available to employees age 21 and older


• Health insurance available to full-time employees; employees pay the full premium out of pocket


• Opportunities to grow into trainer and leadership positions


• A stable, team-oriented restaurant with strong reported retention

Nearly every leader at Chick-fil-A Ashland started as a Team Member. If you are looking for a place where you can learn, grow, and build valuable leadership skills, this could be a great fit.

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.