<p>Position Summary</p> <p>Chick-fil-A Cypress Ranch is seeking a skilled and dependable Kitchen Team Lead to support our Back of House operations. The Kitchen Team Lead is responsible for executing key kitchen processes, ensuring operational excellence, and supporting shift leaders by maintaining consistent food quality, service speed, and food safety standards.</p> <p>Ideal candidates have prior Chick-fil-A kitchen experience, strong technical skills in key BOH positions, and the ability to execute procedures with accuracy and speed. This role serves as the backbone of kitchen consistency and is a strong stepping stone into future leadership opportunities.</p> <p>Pay: $16-$18/hour (Based on experience, availability, and Chick-fil-A proficiency)</p> <p>Schedule: Full-Time | 40+ Hours per Week</p> <p>Availability Required: Must be able to open at 5:30 AM, work weekends, and maintain open availability for peak business needs.</p> <p>What We Offer</p> <ul> <li>Career Growth - Opportunities to progress into Team Leader and Leadership roles </li><li>Health insurance options </li><li>401(k) with company match (eligibility terms apply) </li><li>Chick-fil-A Scholarships (up to $2,500/year) </li><li>Discounted meals </li><li>Supportive, Positive Culture - Encouraging, team-focused environment </li></ul> <p>Role Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Chick-fil-A Back-of-House experience strongly preferred </li><li>Strong knowledge of food safety standards </li><li>Proven skill in core BOH positions (fryers, grill, boards, prep, breading, dishes) </li><li>Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work 40+ hours </li><li>Must be available weekends and open at 5:30 AM </li><li>Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure </li><li>Strong understanding of food safety best practices </li><li>Able to stand for 8-12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs </li><li>Comfortable using kitchen display systems and technology </li><li>Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision </li></ul> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Execute Chick-fil-A kitchen procedures with speed, accuracy, and consistency </li><li>Follow and model all Chick-fil-A food safety requirements </li><li>Complete temperature checks, holding times, and label rotation accurately </li><li>Support shift leadership by ensuring food quality, portion accuracy, and proper cook/hold times </li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment </li><li>Assist with maintaining waste, throughput, and productivity targets </li><li>Consistently perform station responsibilities across all BOH areas </li><li>Ensure proper labeling, rotation, and food safety practices (FIFO, temp checks, etc.) </li><li>Help maintain equipment cleanliness and functionality </li><li>Model high performance and a strong work ethic </li><li>Help train new kitchen team members on procedures and standards </li><li>Communicate effectively with shift leaders and team members </li></ul> <p>Apply Today</p> <p>Join Chick-fil-A Cypress Ranch and take the next step in your growth journey while helping us deliver the quality and excellence our guests expect every day.</p> <p>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.</p>