Kitchen Manager

Chick-fil-A White Oak Village is a distinguished restaurant dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food and outstanding customer service. As part of a nationwide chain known for its commitment to excellence and community values, Chick-fil-A White Oak Village operates with a culture rooted in teamwork, care, and purposeful service. The establishment emphasizes inclusivity and collaboration, leveraging the diverse strengths of its team members to continuously innovate and deliver superior service. This local franchise prioritizes the needs of its Operators, Team Members, and customers, ensuring that all interactions and operations align with the company's mission to create positive impacts within the community. The restaurant fosters a supportive environment where employees are not only team members but contributors to a greater purpose, encouraging continuous growth and development.

The role of Kitchen Director at Chick-fil-A White Oak Village is a full-time position offering an hourly wage ranging from $23.00 to $26.00. This vital leadership role entails overseeing all back-of-house kitchen operations to maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and efficiency. The Kitchen Director will supervise food preparation and cooking processes, ensuring that all meals are prepared to the freshest standards and served promptly. A key responsibility is managing kitchen staff by providing consistent coaching and training to develop their skills and foster a productive team dynamic. The successful candidate will also handle inventory management to keep the kitchen fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.

The Kitchen Director must possess excellent organizational and conflict management skills to effectively lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential to meet operational demands. Additionally, familiarity with kitchen sanitation, safety regulations, and compliance practices are critical to maintaining a safe and clean working environment. The candidate should be prepared to contribute strategically by attending weekly director-level meetings, bringing thoughtful insights to improve kitchen operations. Chick-fil-A White Oak Village values adaptability and innovation, encouraging leaders to pursue new methods of optimizing processes and enhancing team performance.

This position not only requires operational oversight but a genuine commitment to the Chick-fil-A culture of care and service. The Kitchen Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring customers receive a remarkable dining experience, reflecting the company’s dedication to quality and kindness. Candidates with Servsafe certification will be considered advantageous, underscoring the importance of food safety expertise. The role demands a leader who can embody the company’s values of stewardship, collaborative effort, and ongoing development while driving day-to-day results. Overall, the Kitchen Director will be instrumental in sustaining the restaurant’s reputation as a beloved local dining destination in Henrico, VA, supporting Chick-fil-A White Oak Village’s mission to be better together in service and success.