Kitchen Director

Chick-fil-A Back of House Director | Hartland, MI

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Chick-fil-A Hartland is seeking a Back of House Director who is hardworking, dependable, and passionate about leading people and delivering operational excellence. We are looking for a motivated leader who can guide a team in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.

What You Can Expect:

Pay:

Starting at $23\hour, with opportunities for growth based on performance, experience, and leadership development.

Schedule:

• Minimum of 40 hours per week, typically over five days, including Friday and Saturdays
• Sundays off
• Dedicated time for planning, coaching, and team development

Responsibilities:

• Lead Back of House operations during assigned shifts, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently
• Maintain high standards for food quality, food safety, cleanliness, and operational execution
• Coach, develop, and hold Leaders and Team Members accountable for performance and established expectations
• Deploy team members effectively based on business needs, sales volume, and production demands
• Create a sense of urgency and teamwork to support excellent Speed of Service
• Monitor food production, waste, inventory, and equipment to support efficiency and cost control
• Complete required operational checklists, food orders, and restaurant systems accurately and consistently
• Communicate expectations clearly and provide feedback, recognition, and coaching to strengthen team performance
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen processes, consistency, and productivity
• Partner with restaurant leadership to achieve operational goals and develop future leaders
• Take ownership of Back of House performance while modeling Chick-fil-A's values and leadership expectations

We're looking for leaders who:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent; two or more years of restaurant or leadership experience preferred
• Have previous Chick-fil-A experience, which is a plus
• Have open availability and reliable transportation
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Can coach, delegate, develop, and hold others accountable
• Make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Take pride in food quality, safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, and a genuine care for people
• Lead by example and create a positive, team-focused environment
• Support the restaurant's vision, goals, and core values
• Take ownership of responsibilities and proactively communicate challenges and solutions
• Have a desire to learn, grow, and help others reach their potential

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform physical tasks associated with restaurant operations, including standing for extended periods and lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, squatting, grasping, and arm-hand coordination as required by the position.

Benefits:

• Sundays off
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay
• Complimentary employee meal when working
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities
• Scholarship opportunities for eligible team members
• Access to discounts through Chick-fil-A partnerships
• Wellness stipend
• Cell phone stipend

Why Chick-fil-A?

At Chick-fil-A, being a Back of House Director is more than a job. It's an opportunity to develop future leaders, strengthen restaurant operations, and make a meaningful impact on the team and the guests we serve.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, develop people, and help create an exceptional restaurant experience, we'd love to meet you! Apply today to join our leadership team.

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

$23.00 per hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Employee discount, Other

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

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