Restaurant Manager

Chick-fil-A; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances during shifts

Provided uniforms

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Oceanside is seeking a Manager in Training to fast-track into restaurant leadership. This hands-on program places you on the floor from day one, mastering guest service, food quality, and operations alongside a team.

Through Phases 1–3 you’ll progress from front-line mastery to shift supervision, area leadership, and keyholder responsibilities, with mentorship from experienced operators. The role offers competitive pay starting at $22/hour, Saturday work, and a clear advancement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory/management experience in fast-paced environments such as food service, hospitality, or retail.
• Flexibility to work full-time, including early mornings, mid-day shifts, closing shifts, and Saturdays (Sunday off).
• Willingness to learn, lead by example, and earn team trust through hard work.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities with guest-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on operations on Front of House and Back of House during peak times.
• Progress to shift supervision and area leadership with responsibility for service speed and accuracy.
• Coach and develop team members, uphold high cleanliness and hospitality standards, and manage opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Management experience

Open availability

Humility

High energy

Effective communicator

Job description

About the Role

Are you an experienced leader looking for a high-growth career in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment?

Our Manager in Training (MIT) program is an intensive, fast-track leadership development pathway designed to turn proven outside leaders into restaurant managers. Every great leader in our business starts by mastering the hands-on operations of our restaurant. Rather than sitting in a back office, you will begin working shoulder-to-shoulder with our team members to master high-volume food service, operational precision, and world-class guest hospitality. As you master operational stations and build authentic relationships with the team, you will quickly transition into shift supervision, area leadership (Person in Charge), and restaurant keyholder responsibilities. If you have a heart for serving others, a strong work ethic, and proven supervisory experience, this program gives you direct ownership of

your leadership trajectory.

What You’ll Do

1. Hands-On Operational Mastery (Phase 1)

• Work directly on the floor across Front of House (guest hospitality, drive-thru, counter service) and Back of House (kitchen prep, food quality, cooking assembly).
• Master our core operational standards, recipes, food safety protocols, and fast-paced workflows during peak lunch and dinner rushes.
• Build trust and credibility by modeling hustle, teamwork, and humility alongside the team.

2. Shift & Area Leadership (Phase 2)

• Step into supervisory floor management as a Person in Charge (PIC).
• Direct station setup, oversee shift break rotations, and ensure team execution matches peak customer demand.
• Monitor speed of service, order accuracy, drive-thru cadence, and kitchen throughput in real time.
• Conduct essential daily quality checks, including temperature logs, thaw cabinet inspections, and food safety audits.

3. Team Coaching & Development (Phase 3)

• Coach and mentor team members in the moment, reinforcing high standards of service, cleanliness, and speed.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture built on care, accountability, and mutual respect.
• Learn essential restaurant opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and inventory management.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement quick, effective floor solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Management Experience: 2+ years of supervisory/management experience in food service, hospitality, retail, or a related fast-paced environment.
• Open Availability: Flexibility to work full-time hours, including early mornings, mid-day shifts, closing shifts, and Saturdays (Closed every Sunday).
• Humility & Relational Leadership: Willingness to start on the front lines, learn systems from the ground up & earn the respect of the team through hard work.
• High Energy & Composure: The stamina to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment and stay calm under High-volume pressure.
• Effective Communicator: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to give clear direction, provide constructive feedback & resolve guest concerns with grace.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $22.00/hour with clear advancement pathways.
• Closed on Sundays: Guaranteed day off every week to rest and spend time with family and friends.
• Accelerated Growth: A structured, fast-tracked training program designed to fast-track external candidates directly into restaurant management.
• Leadership Development: Direct mentoring and coaching from experienced restaurant operators and directors.
• Positive Work Culture: A team environment centered on respect, teamwork, and genuine hospitality.
• Additional Perks: Meal allowances during shifts, provided uniforms, and potential scholarship opportunities.

Program Details & Career Advancement

The Manager in Training position is an accelerated, transitional role. Candidates in this role are expected to show consistent progression, master operational benchmarks, and demonstrate cultural leadership to successfully promote into a permanent Management / Keyholder position.

Note:Selection for the Manager position advertised does not guarantee promotion into a store manager position. Whether the individual is actually promoted to management is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to demonstrated performance and schedule availability of the selected individual.

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.