Team Leader

Chick-fil-A; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun environment

Flexible scheduling

Scholarships

Career growth

401(k) with employer match

Competitive pay

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Ballston Quarter in Arlington, VA is seeking leaders to join a hands-on management team. This role offers a clear growth path within the nation’s most trusted restaurant brand, with room for advancement and a focus on running the restaurant smoothly while coaching team members.

Responsibilities include shifts leadership, training, and ensuring excellent guest service. Eligible candidates are 18+, with prior leadership experience and the ability to work 35–40 hours weekly in a

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old upon hire date.
• 1+ year leadership experience leading a team of five or more.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Able to work a variety of shifts including Fridays/Saturdays.
• Ability to work 35–40 hours per week.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Strong people skills with a desire to serve others.
• Ability to address and manage Team Member behavioral and performance issues.
• Ability to work in a team environment with shared ownership and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Participate operationally in day-to-day activities in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant.
• Offer immediate and respectful response to Guests' needs.
• Assist in training of new hires, set the tone for a shift, and act as a role model for the team.
• Be a friendly, encouraging team player.
• Open and/or close, lead shifts, act as key holder.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service

People skills

Communication

Job description

We are looking to add some up and coming leaders in our restaurant. Do you have leadership experience and are looking for a great opportunity to impact others and lead a team?

Join us as in a leadership role atChick-fil-A Ballston Quarter.This hands-on management opportunity is designed to give you a career in the most highly-esteemed restaurant chain in the nation. This opportunity provides a clear roadmap for your professional growth and has room for advancement in our restaurant.

A leader’s two main areas of focus are completing tasks so that the restaurant runs effectively, and coaching/developing team members. Team Leaders lead by example and set the tone that others will follow.

Position Type:

• Full-time and Part-time

Our Benefits Include:

• A fun work environment where you can positively influence others
• Flexible scheduling (and closed on Sundays)
• Learning first-hand from an experienced Operator and Restaurant Leaders
• Intentional growth and development to help you reach your professional goals
• Scholarship opportunities (must reapply each year)
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match

Team Leader Responsibilities:

• Participating operationally in day-to-day activities in high-volume, fast-paced Restaurant
• Offer immediate and respectful response to Guest's needs
• Assist in training of new hires, set the tone for a shift, and act as a role model for our team
• Be a friendly, encouraging team player
• Open and/or close, lead shifts, key holder
• Count drawers and finalize day
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken

Qualifications and Requirements:

• At least 18 years old upon hire date
• 1+ year(s) of leadership experience leading a team of five or more people
• Reliable and timely transportation to and from work
• Available to work a variety of shifts to include daytime, swing, evenings, and weekends (Friday/Saturday)
• Ability to work 35-40 hours per week
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Strong people skills with a desire to serve and work alongside fellow Team Members
• Strong commitment to superior customer service
• Ability to address and manage Team Member behavioral and performance issues
• Ability to work in a team environment with shared ownership and responsibility

Most Chick-fil-A® Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners

who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own

content and policies.

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.