Kitchen Team Member

FLSA: Non-Exempt Employee

Reports to: Production Director and Operator 

KITCHEN

At Chick-fil-A, we are always looking for applicants who are friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely enjoy serving guests. Chick-fil-A Team Members work directly with a franchised Chick-fil-A Operator, as well as with other Team Members and leaders, to provide a remarkable experience for guests and fellow Team Members alike.

Roles may include fresh meal preparation, breading, operating machines, assembling orders, dishwashing, and various other tasks. The Chick-fil-A Team Member role is unlike any other, as shown by our remarkable retention rate and Team Member satisfaction. No experience is necessary. Come join one of the country’s most respected brands and help serve our community!

A fun work environment where you can positively influence others.

You probably have commitments to your family, friends, school, or sports teams. While we can’t guarantee it will happen all the time, we try to work around them.

All Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed on Sundays, so you can have a day off to spend with family and friends.

Our high retention rate is proof that Team Members really enjoy working at Chick-fil-A.

Learn first-hand from an experienced Owner/Operator who cares about you personally and is actively involved in the community.

Leadership opportunities to gain real-world management experience to help you reach your professional goals.

Competitive pay.

Note: This is for a Kitchen Team Member position.

Responsibilities

We are looking for applicants who exhibit the following qualities:

• Prepare food to exact procedural standards
• Consistency and reliability
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety
• Cheerful and positive attitude
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work environment
• Values teamwork
• Adhere to all restaurant policies and systems
• Loves serving and helping others

Applicants must be able to:

• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills
• Smile
• Be proactive
• Create and maintain eye contact
• Work effectively on a team and in high-pressure situations
• Make emotional connections with guests
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Honor and encourage others to follow the vision and values of the restaurant
• Multitask quickly and thoroughly
• Be team-oriented, adaptable, dependable, and have a strong work ethic
• Communicate effectively with guests and team members
• Work quickly and efficiently
• Follow food safety and cleanliness guidelines
• Maintain proper quality standards

Applicants will also be expected to work on their feet for several hours at a time and lift potentially heavy objects when necessary. Prior experience is preferred but not necessary.

Appearance Standards

As a Team Member of Chick-fil-A Bend, you will be expected to adhere to these standards at all times:

• No fashion-dyed hair
• No facial piercings. Only a plain stud is allowed in one nostril (no jewels)
• Ears may be pierced; all jewelry must remain plain (no jewels, hoops, or dangles)
• Hair must be kept neat and out of the face at all times
• Beards may be up to 0.25” in length; in the kitchen, a beard net must be worn at all times
• Nails must remain a natural length and not be visible from the underside of the hand. Nail gel is allowed but must be approved colors, and gloves must be worn at all times
• No jewelry is permitted on the wrists; rings must be plain bands, and necklaces must remain tucked under your uniform at all times

Benefits and Perks

As a Team Member of Chick-fil-A Bend, you will receive:

• Scholarship opportunities up to $25,000
• Matching 401(k) after one year of employment
• Endless opportunities for advancement in roles
• Employee discount: free meals during shifts, 50% off for you and one guest when not working, and up to $25 off catering orders
• Guaranteed raises at 6 months and every year of consistent employment