Chick-fil-A Restaurant Executive Director

About the role

The Chick-fil-A at First Street Restaurant Executive Director oversees all aspects of the restaurant, including people, products, business, and operations. This role requires a strong leadership team that consistently delivers Gold Standard customer service and drives business results.

Responsibilities

• Create exciting and engaging environment by upholding restaurant’s vision and standards
• Generate new ideas to improve restaurant experience
• Train and manage team members to engage with customers and ensure they have a great restaurant experience
• Stay informed on new menu items/market initiatives and share knowledge with restaurant's team and customers to drive sales results
• Leads and executes company management initiatives, to develop restaurant leaders/managers for career progression
• Manage annual reviews, participates in hiring decisions, and identifies opportunities to maintain high retention
• Affirms schedules and manages budget
• Manages hours, protects assets, and maintains kitchen and inventory organization
• Develops a deep understanding of the customer base and product assortment to propel the business forward
• Partners with teams to ensure restaurants follow visual cleanliness & food safety guidelines
• Solves operational and customer issues
• Cash Management
• Inventory control cost
• Safety & Security Compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience
• 2+ years of restaurant management experience
• Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings
• Proven ability to drive business results in a restaurant environment
• Strong critical thinking & problem solving skills
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong ability to assess and develop talent
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• High attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy
• Self motivated with ability to take initiative
• Strong ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively
• Track record of creating an inclusive, collaborative and fun working environment
• Lift 20lb-50lbs
• Proficiency in a Language other than English is a Plus
• ServSafe Manager Certification
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deliverables effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience
• 2+ years of restaurant management experience
• Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings
• Proven ability to drive business results in a restaurant environment
• Strong critical thinking & problem solving skills
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong ability to assess and develop talent
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• High attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy
• Self motivated with ability to take initiative
• Strong ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively
• Track record of creating an inclusive, collaborative and fun working environment
• Lift 20lb-50lbs
• Proficiency in a Language other than English is a Plus
• ServSafe Manager Certification
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deliverables effectively

Benefits

• Bonus/Incentive Program
• Paid Time Off
• 401k retirement plan
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Available
• Leadership Training and Development
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Free Employee Meals
• Paid Sick Leave
• Remarkable Scholarships (range $1000-$25,000)

Pay

The starting hourly rate for this position is $60.00. The full pay range is $60.00-$80.00 per hour, and your actual salary will be determined by considering your specific skills and years of relevant experience.

Schedule

Open Availability, to work most Fridays and Saturdays, as well as during peak holiday seasons, is required. Please note that Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays.