Chick-fil-A Harbor Blvd Team Member
This position is a part-time (20-28 hours per week) or full-time (35-40 hours per week) hourly, non-exempt role. Salary: $21.00 - $24.00, per hour - see below for additional salary and benefits offered for this position. This position requires 100% on-site work at 3181 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Must be 18 years of age or older, authorized to work in the U.S., and able to lift and transport up to 50 pounds over short and short distances.
As a member of the kitchen team, you will join the team that is the hidden secret behind the Chick-fil-A brand. Our kitchen team works together to serve thousands of guests every day with excellence and care. You will have the opportunity to learn every role within our kitchen: from filleting and breading chicken, preparing fresh products, packing our made-to-order products or baking some of our delicious cookies. All while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. Ultimately, as a member of the kitchen team, you will maintain a laser focus on food and create an extraordinary experience for every guest at all times with safe and delicious food.
As a member of the kitchen team, you will be responsible for:
- Preparation of food, cooking, and assembly of agricultural products, raw, cold, and hot products for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, catering orders, and takeout meals
- Maintaining a sparkling and clean kitchen and back of house
- Receiving trucks and maintaining inventory organization
- Following LEAN processes and procedures for quality control and inventory
- Carrying out food safety and quality practices and measures, including SAFE, Daily Critical, and daily eRQA.
- Collaborating with team members and upholding our mission: Excellence Every Day and Care for All
- Achieving annual and 90-day performance goals
Qualifications and competencies:
- A qualified candidate must be 18 years of age or older and authorized to work in the U.S.
- A qualified candidate must be able to lift and transport up to 50 pounds over short and short distances.
- For part-time positions: consistent weekly availability between Monday and Saturday is preferred and the ability to work at least 20 hours per week is expected for applicants who wish to be considered for part-time status.
- For full-time positions: open availability between Monday and Saturday is expected and the ability to work at least 35 hours per week is expected for applicants who wish to be considered for full-time status.
- No prior work experience is required, but preferred. You will receive on-the-job training and development throughout your career with Chick-fil-A Harbor Blvd.
Kitchen team members are expected to work regular shifts of four, six, or eight hours, at various times within the different parts of the day: morning (5:30 a.m.-2 p.m.), afternoon (11 a.m.-7:30 p.m.), or night (3:30 p.m.-12 a.m.), depending on business needs and store performance goals.
A lead candidate will have availability during two, three, or all of these part-time days regularly and also have open availability during the weekend between Thursday and Saturday.
As a member of the kitchen team, you will focus on the following areas in your daily performance:
1. Providing remarkable service
- Prepare, cook, and assemble orders effectively
- Follow standards for proper order presentation
- Ensure order accuracy
- Communicate effectively with front of house team about wait times and parking cars
- Know when and how to prioritize orders based on the order funnel needs
- Adequate food quality and control
- Maintain organizational standards
- Monitor and avoid waste by following proper LEAN procedures
2. Maintain a sparkling, clean, and safe environment
- Ensure food contact surfaces are clean and sanitized before and after food preparation and at least every 4 hours for ongoing tasks
- Ensure a clean and welcoming kitchen environment, including walls, floors, floor boards, ceiling, vent hood grills, and equipment
- Always be prepared for internal or health department visits by following required food quality and safety processes and procedures at all times
- Systematically follow all food safety procedures and standards
3. Knowledge of Chick-fil-A brand and product
- Prepare, cook, and assemble all menu items correctly according to Chick-fil-A standards
- Properly use, clean, and maintain all kitchen and back of house related equipment in a safe and proper manner
4. Competency in assigned kitchen stations
- Stay current with training updates and new product launches for assigned stations
- Kitchen stations:
- Cookie/Egg station
- Primary and Secondary Screen Stations
- Breaded station
- Hash brown/Frying station
- Preparation station
- Machines
- Buns
- Dishware
Salary and benefits
$21.00 - $24.00, per hour
As a member of the kitchen team, you will also enjoy some of these excellent company benefits:
- 40 hours of paid time off per year. 1
- 1 free meal per shift worked. 2
- 50% discount on all regular menu items for you and your guests when dining at our location. 2
- Sundays off - We are closed on Sundays so you can have a day off to spend with family and friends.
- College scholarship opportunities - At Chick-fil-A, we believe everyone deserves an education. We offer leadership scholarships to eligible employees who qualify.
- Free counseling services are available to all employees.
- $10/month optional telehealth health plans available for all employees (part-time and full-time).2
- Affordable medical, vision, and dental coverage. 3
- 401(k) with a strong employer contribution and annual contributions. 4
Starting your career with Chick-fil-A Harbor Blvd
A job at Chick-fil-A Harbor Blvd is more than just a job. It is a career-focused platform dedicated to your personal growth and development. It is a career that strives for excellence every day and cares for all.
We are cultivating an authentic culture of care by investing in the personal development of each team member and creating an environment where...
- You have clear opportunities to grow
- You are empowered to become a positive and influential leader
- Communication is healthy and effective
- We embrace authentic support, restoration, and optimism
You can learn more about our company culture and expectations by visiting careersatchickfila.com
1. Vesting schedules begin on the first day of employment. However, paid sick leave is not available until after 90 days of employment.
2. Items provided may include additional restrictions or requirements in accordance with the Employee Handbook and Company policies.
3. Available to all full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week within the measurement period.
4. Must be at least 21 years of age and work more than 1,040 hours per year (average of 20 hours per week) to be eligible.
Work Schedule
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance