A Shift Leader at Chick-fil-A plays a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations by guiding team members, upholding our high standards of service, and fostering a positive, team-oriented environment. Shift Leaders set the tone for excellence, helping create remarkable guest experiences while supporting the growth and development of those they lead.
ROLE PURPOSE
- Oversee daily shift operations, effectively lead the team, and ensure guests are given a remarkable experience
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve Guests through the Winning Hearts Everyday Strategy
- Lead and Develop Team Members
- Enforce policies and fulfill operational goals
- Ensure faithful financial stewardship in the business
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
- Influence culture by modeling and reinforcing the Restaurant Framework.
- Embody Chick-fil-A Lake Oconee's Vision, Values, Mission, and Purpose.
- Lead by example and hold Team Members accountable to the Five Non-Negotiables.
- Protect the Chick-fil-A brand by ensuring excellence in Food Safety, Food Quality, and Guest Experience.
- Lead shift execution by ensuring BOH standards, procedures, and daily checklists are consistently completed.
- Create a positive, organized, and team-focused environment where Team Members can succeed.
Talent
- Demonstrate and reinforce the Core 4 and H.E.A.R.D. model in every interaction.
- Seek feedback from Team Members and leaders to continuously improve.
- Master all BOH operational positions and use that knowledge to coach and develop Team Members.
- Create a competitive, enthusiastic, and positive culture centered on teamwork and growth.
- Hold Team Members accountable with care while maintaining high standards.
- Continuously develop yourself and invest in the growth of others.
- Ensure new Team Members receive effective coaching and support throughout training.
- Support Trainers and the Development Team in providing consistent feedback and development opportunities.
- Communicate Team Member performance, needs, and opportunities with BOH leaders.
Customer Experience
- Execute Pathway standards, Food Safety Five expectations, and operational procedures that create remarkable guest experiences.
- Protect the Chick-fil-A brand by cultivating a culture of Food Safety, Food Quality, and excellence.
- Ensure Team Members are trained and equipped to consistently deliver Chick-fil-A brand standards.
- Ensure completion of daily cleaning routines, operational checklists, and BOH standards.
- Maintain Team Member appearance standards and successful execution of rollouts, LTOs, and promotional initiatives.
- Lead BOH execution to achieve speed of service, accuracy, and production goals.
- Use CEM feedback, RSAs/FSAs, and CARES reports to identify opportunities and improve operations.
- Partner with leaders to resolve guest concerns and implement operational improvements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient BOH environment.
Sales & Brand Growth
- Champion restaurant goals and initiatives by communicating expectations and engaging Team Members.
- Support sales growth through excellent execution of catering, delivery, and Beyond the Restaurant opportunities.
- Ensure catering orders are prepared accurately, efficiently, and fulfilled with excellence.
- Help create a culture that grows alongside the restaurant by developing Team Members and encouraging ownership.
- Execute BOH systems and standards that allow the restaurant to increase sales while maintaining Food Safety and Food Quality.
Financial Stewardship
- Demonstrate excellent stewardship of restaurant resources.
- Execute LEAN/FIFO practices and proper food handling procedures to minimize waste and protect food cost.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient BOH environment, including walk-ins and back room areas.
- Monitor and adjust shift deployment to support labor and productivity goals.
- Ensure proper portioning, recipes, and production procedures are followed to achieve food cost goals.
- Ensure waste, remakes, and inventory adjustments are accurately recorded in POS/Signal for accountability and tracking.
SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
- Schedule: Full-Time (30+ hrs/week)
- Open: At least once a week
- Close: At least once a week
- Must be able to work Friday & Saturday
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Previous leadership/management experience in the restaurant industry
- Consistency and reliability
- Cheerful and positive attitude
- Loves serving and helping others
- Customer service oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented
- Able to multi-task
- Works well independently and in a team environment
- Be willing and able to work a flexible schedule
- Have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
- Have the ability to stand for long periods of time
- Able to work inside & outside
This Chick-fil-A® Restaurants is operated by an independent franchised business owner
who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own.
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.
Salary
$18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits
Flexible schedule, Paid time off, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Referral program, Paid training, Life insurance
Job Type
Full time
Schedule
Weekend availability, Holidays, Day shift, Night shift, Overtime