Front of House Director Palm Coast

Chick-fil-A

Palm Coast, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$20
SKILLS
Benchmarking, Business Plan, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Exceeded Sales Goal, Leadership, Marketing, Metrics, Operations, Profit & Loss, Restaurant, ServSafe Certification, Servant leadership, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Palm Coast, FL
POSTED
15 days ago

Front of House Director

Chick-fil-A {{Palm Coast}

Front of House Director 

Chick-fil-A Palm Coast 

Who We Are 

At Chick-fil-A Palm Coast, leadership is about more than managing shifts — it’s about owning outcomes, developing people, and delivering exceptional guest experiences every day

We are a people-first business committed to creating an oasis for our guests through remarkable service, high-quality food, and a welcoming environment. Our leaders don’t just execute — they set the standard, build teams, and drive results

Position Overview 

The Front of House (FOH) Director is responsible for leading all guest-facing operations and driving performance across service, speed, and hospitality. 

This role owns the development of FOH leaders, the execution of daily operations, and the achievement of key business metrics aligned with our 2026 Business Plan. 

Position Type 

Full-time (40+ hours/week) 

Overtime as needed based on business demands 

Must be available during peak business times, including Fridays and Saturdays

Availability to work holidays as required 

Compensation & Benefits 

Competitive pay: $20–$25+ per hour (based on experience & leadership level)

Performance-based bonus opportunities 

Closed every Sunday 

Leadership development & growth opportunities

Paid ServSafe certification (if needed) 

Employee meal allowance 

401(k) with company match (eligibility applies) 

Values-driven, high-performance culture 

What You’ll Own 

Operational Leadership 

Lead and oversee all FOH operations across all dayparts

Ensure strong shift structure, positioning, and execution

Maintain a consistent, high-energy, high-accountability environment 

Speed of Service (SOS) 

Own performance of Speed of Service to consistently meet or exceed company benchmarks

Build daily urgency and awareness around speed goals

Identify gaps and implement real-time solutions 

Ensure alignment between FOH and BOH execution 

Guest Experience & Hospitality 

Own FOH contribution to achieve top- tier customer experience rankings within the brand

Ensure consistent execution of Core 4 and 2nd Mile Service

Lead guest recovery efforts and elevate service standards 

Leadership Development 

Lead, coach, and develop FOH leaders and managers

Build a strong leadership bench through intentional development

Hold leaders accountable to performance, standards, and culture

Partner with Training & Development to execute leadership pathways 

Labor & Productivity

Drive labor performance to meet or exceed profitability goals

Ensure effective deployment and productivity across all shifts 

Identify inefficiencies and coach leaders to improve 

Financial & Business Ownership 

Contribute to achieving at or above profit expectations.

Understand how FOH decisions impact overall business performance

Take ownership of results — not just execution 

Cross-Functional Leadership 

Partner with BOH Director to ensure seamless operations 

Collaborate with Hospitality, Training, Culture, and Marketing leaders

Ensure alignment across the entire restaurant 

What We’re Looking For 

Proven leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality environment

Experience leading leaders (not just team members) 

Strong operational and business awareness 

Ability to drive results through people and systems 

High level of accountability, urgency, and ownership 

Excellent communication and coaching skills 

Servant-hearted leadership mindset 

Our Culture 

We’re not just in the chicken business — we’re in the people business. 

At Chick-fil-A Palm Coast, we strive to be an oasis for our guests and a place where leaders grow, teams thrive, and excellence is the standard.

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

401(k) matching, Employee discount, Health insurance, Paid time off, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

Monday to Friday, Weekend availability, 8 hour shift, Night shift, Day shift, Holidays

About the Company

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