Restaurant Director

Chick-fil-A Terrell; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Performance-based bonuses

Employee meals and discounts

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain in Terrell, Texas is seeking an experienced Restaurant Director to manage day-to-day operations and drive long-term success. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in restaurant management and demonstrate strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, training staff, and ensuring guest satisfaction, making a direct impact in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quick service or fast casual restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage operations and control costs.
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety, labor laws, and local health codes.
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations including service and staffing.
• Hire, train, and develop team members for a positive work environment.
• Monitor inventory, food and labor costs, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and brand guidelines.
• Handle guest concerns to maintain strong community relationships.
• Handle guest concerns professionally to maintain strong community relationships.
• Work directly with ownership on business strategy, budgeting, and future growth opportunities.
• Implement systems and best practices to improve service consistency and operational efficiency.
• Lead with a “working manager” mindset—supporting the team on the floor as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service mindset

Food safety

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant Director to lead the day-to-day management and long-term success of our independently owned and operated quick service restaurant in Terrell, Texas. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, service, and operational excellence—and wants to make a direct impact in a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations including service, staffing, food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction
• Hire, train, and develop team members to create a positive, high-performance work environment
• Monitor inventory, food and labor costs, and daily financial performance to meet profitability goals
• Ensure compliance with local health regulations, safety standards, and brand guidelines
• Maintain scheduling, shift coverage, and labor efficiency based on business needs
• Handle guest concerns professionally to maintain strong community relationships
• Work directly with ownership on business strategy, budgeting, and future growth opportunities
• Implement systems and best practices to improve service consistency and operational efficiency
• Lead with a “working manager” mindset—supporting the team on the floor as needed

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quick service or fast casual restaurant management experience
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Proven ability to manage operations and control costs
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of food safety, labor laws, and local health codes
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Passion for hospitality and a strong customer-service mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Paid time off
• Employee meals and discounts
• Direct influence on business decisions and workplace culture