Chick-fil-A Kitchen Director

Cooper Connect•Killeen, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Chick-fil-A Killeen is seeking an assertive Kitchen Director to lead all kitchen operations and develop Team Members across all shifts. This role is responsible for driving food safety, quality, production excellence, and leadership development while maintaining strong financial performance. The Owner/Operator, Jay Early, believes strong teams are built through trust, development, and intentional investment, and this is an opportunity to be part of an organization that truly invests in people. Jay’s mission is to win the hearts of the community through a relentless pursuit of care and excellence.

Requirements

2 years of Restaurant Management Experience
Basic understanding of all kitchen operations
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50lbs and stand for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Hospitality experience
Passion for Chick-fil-A's values

Responsibilities

Lead all kitchen operations and develop Team Members across all shifts.
Drive food safety, quality, and production excellence.
Foster leadership development within the kitchen team.
Maintain strong financial performance.
Deliver operational excellence by ensuring remarkable food quality through all areas of Back of House (BOH).
Build high-performance teams by identifying and coaching leaders for BOH.
Manage a team of 50+, creating an inspiring vision, coaching, and holding people accountable to high standards.
Increase profitability through implementing procedures to reduce costs, increase productivity, and managing lean inventory systems.
Maintain a work environment that ensures and promotes food & team safety.