Shift Leader - Lead, Train & Elevate Guest Experience

Chick-fil-A

Valley Grove (TN)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 23,000

Full time

46 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Meal discounts during shifts.
Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Shift Leader to guide our team during scheduled shifts, uphold food safety and cleanliness standards, and maintain a consistently positive guest experience. You will provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to team members to ensure smooth, efficient operations and high-quality service.

This role requires strong communication, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and a proactive approach to resolving operational issues.

Qualifications

  • Restaurant/food service experience required; leadership experience preferred but not mandatory.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead by example.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle shift-level problem solving.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and restaurant operations is a plus.
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Utah Food Handlers Card is required. ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support team members during assigned shifts to ensure smooth and efficient operations
  • Assist with training, coaching, and providing feedback to team members to maintain high performance and morale
  • Ensure adherence to food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards at all times
  • Monitor food quality, order accuracy, and speed of service to maintain an exceptional guest experience
  • Handle shift-level staffing assignments, including breaks, station coverage, and task delegation
  • Address and resolve customer concerns or operational issues promptly and professionally
  • Carry out opening and closing procedures as scheduled
  • Communicate shift updates, successes, and challenges to senior management

Skills

Leadership experience
Communication skills
Calm under pressure
Food safety knowledge
Flexible hours availability
Food Handlers Card (required)

Job description

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Shift Leader to guide our team during scheduled shifts, uphold food safety and cleanliness standards, and maintain a consistently positive guest experience. You will provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to team members to ensure smooth, efficient operations and high-quality service.

This role requires strong communication, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and a proactive approach to resolving operational issues.

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