Chick-fil-A General Manager
About The Position
Chick-fil-A Vernon Hills is seeking an experienced, driven, and people-focused General Manager for a hands-on leadership role. The General Manager oversees daily restaurant operations, strengthens team culture, and delivers remarkable guest experiences while continuing to grow personally and professionally. The role leads a team of approximately 85–90 employees, including restaurant directors and managers, and partners with the Owner/Operator as a trusted second-in-command to support restaurant operations and long-term business goals. The position emphasizes exceptional food quality, efficient service, operational excellence, leadership development, team productivity, and consistent execution of restaurant standards. The General Manager is expected to foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, accountability, and Chick-fil-A's Second Mile Service.
Requirements
- Proven experience leading large teams of 75 or more employees.
- Strong operational, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience coaching and developing managers and department leaders.
- Ability to independently oversee daily restaurant operations and drive results.
- Strong integrity, humility, and passion for Chick-fil-A's values.
Nice To Haves
- Restaurant General Manager or senior operations leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, efficient service, and remarkable guest experiences.
- Provide leadership and direction for approximately 85–90 employees, including restaurant directors and managers.
- Coach, mentor, and hold department leaders accountable while building a strong leadership pipeline.
- Drive restaurant results through operational efficiency, team productivity, and consistent execution of restaurant standards.
- Partner with the Owner/Operator as a trusted second-in-command, managing restaurant operations and supporting long-term business goals.
- Foster a team culture of integrity, collaboration, accountability, and Chick-fil-A's Second Mile Service.
Benefits
- Health Insurance Contribution
- Paid Time Off and Vacation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (eligible after one year of employment)
- Quarterly Performance Bonuses
- $50 Monthly Cell Phone Allowance
- $50 Monthly Personal Development Allowance
- Annual Uniform Allowance
- Employee Meal Benefits
- Consistent Work Schedule
- Never Work on Sundays
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Leadership Development and Coaching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
