Shift Leader

Chick-fil-A; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Leadership training

Mentorship

Free meals

Paid breaks

Scholarships

Sundays off

Positive environment

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Spotsylvania Towne Centre is seeking a Shift Leader to help run daily operations, supervise team members, and ensure outstanding guest experiences. You will uphold our values of ownership, responsibility, excellence, and care while guiding teammates through busy shifts.

The role offers hands-on leadership development, from team member start to a structured 60-day training program and official promotion.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
• Team-oriented mindset with a hands-on leadership style.
• Must be 18+ and able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and supervise team members.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences and uphold Chick-fil-A values.
• Support leadership team and maintain a culture of ownership, responsibility, excellence, and care.
• Participate in mentorship and leadership training programs.

Skills

Problem Solving

Great Communication

Initiative

Questioning

Growth-Mindset

Servant Leadership

Job description

About Chick-fil-A

At Chick-fil-A, we’re not just serving chicken—we’re serving people. Known for our customer service and community impact, we’re committed to creating a positive environment where employees can grow, lead, and thrive. Our team is built on the core values of ownership, responsibility, excellence, and care—and we’re looking for leaders who live these out every day.

Our restaurant is led by a local Owner/Operator who grew up right here in Fredericksburg, VA. As part of this team, you won’t just be working for a company—you’ll be working with someone personally invested in this community and the people who serve it.

What You’ll Do:

As a Shift Leader, you’ll play a key role in our restaurant’s daily operations. You’ll manage team members, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and support our leadership team by maintaining a culture rooted in ownership,responsibility,excellence, and genuinecarefor others.

Leadership Path & Training Process

At Chick-fil-A Spotsylvania Towne Centre, we believe in developing leaders from within and setting them up for long-term success. Here’s what the journey to Shift Leader looks like:

Start as a Team Member

All leadership candidates begin in a team member role to gain hands-on experience and understand the foundation of our restaurant culture and operations.

30-Day Probation Period

The first 30 days serve as a mutual evaluation period—for both you and our leadership team—to ensure the role and environment are the right fit.

60-Day Leadership Training Program

After the probation period, qualified candidates will enter a structured 60-day Shift Leader training process. This includes mentorship, skill development, and on-the-job leadership training.

Official Promotion

Upon successful completion of training and demonstrated alignment with our values, you’ll be officially promoted to the Shift Leader role.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for servant-hearted leaders who are ready to grow and bring their best every day. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Problem Solving– Able to think critically and find effective solutions
• Great Communication– Clear, respectful, and encouraging in all interactions
• Initiative– Willing to take action without being asked
• Questioning– Curious and always seeking to understand the “why”
• Growth-Mindset– Open to learning and feedback
• Servant Leadership– Leads by example and puts others first

Leadership Development Opportunity

As a Shift Leader, you’ll work directly with our local Owner/Operator, gaining personalized mentorship and real-world business experience. You’ll be challenged, supported, and encouraged to grow into the leader you’re meant to be—whether at Chick-fil-A or in your future career.

Employer Commitment

At Chick-fil-A, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of a leadership journey. We are committed to creating an environment where you will be:

Challengedto grow through real responsibility and meaningful work

Encouragedthrough feedback, coaching, and recognition

Equippedwith opportunities to grow personally and professionally

Job Requirements:

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• A team-oriented mindset with a hands-on leadership style
• Must be 18+ and able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, and Saturdays

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay + performance-based raises
• Flexible hours to fit your schedule
• Structured leadership training & development
• Mentorship from the local Owner/Operator
• Free meals during shifts
• Paid Breaks (Leaders Only)
• Scholarship opportunities
• Sundays off – guaranteed
• A positive, values-driven work environment

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.