Team Member

Alvarado Restaurant Nation (ARN) is a well-established minority-owned family business and a leading franchisee of KFC, serving communities and philanthropic partners since 1984. With over 250 restaurant locations across five states, ARN combines the strengths of a family-oriented environment with the cutting-edge tools and operational excellence of the KFC system. The company prides itself on fostering a culture where team members are supported to build confidence, learn essential skills, and achieve personal and professional growth. ARN is not just about making great chicken; it is a people-focused organization dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service while creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace for its employees. The company values integrity, teamwork, and the continuous development of its team members, making it a prime employer for those seeking long-term career opportunities or valuable work experience.

The Team Member position at ARN is a vital role that forms the foundation of delivering the company's commitment to "Deliver Delight" to guests, teams, and communities. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment while being mentored to provide outstanding customer service. Team members learn how to expertly prepare KFC's world-famous chicken using the secret recipe and maintain high standards of food safety and restaurant cleanliness. Working closely with other ARN family members, team members experience the camaraderie and motivation that come with contributing to a winning team effort. Whether you want a full-time or part-time schedule, ARN offers the flexibility to fit your availability, including lunch shifts, evenings, late nights, and weekends.

ARN strongly emphasizes growth and development for all team members. Employees are encouraged to participate in career development programs aimed at enhancing leadership and life skills with opportunities for advancement within the company. The organization promotes from within, supported by a dedicated training team ready to guide those interested in personal and professional growth. Additionally, ARN values educational advancement and offers benefits such as high school completion courses, scholarships, and English language classes to support employee success.

As an ARN Team Member, you will be entrusted with important responsibilities including the preparation of high-quality food, maintaining cleanliness standards, ensuring food safety, and delivering excellent customer service. The company recognizes that creating positive moments for guests and team members is central to the ARN experience. Employees are expected to embody the core values of being their best selves, making moments count, and contributing to the team with integrity and enthusiasm. ARN fosters a fun and collaborative work culture where partnership and respect among team members drive collective success.

Competitive pay ranging from $12 to $13.25 per hour is offered for this role, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, teledoc services, and disability insurance. ARN understands the importance of flexibility within the workforce and is committed to providing schedules that meet individual needs. Working conditions require the ability to withstand varying temperatures, handle physical demands such as lifting and standing for extended periods, and effectively communicate in a dynamic restaurant environment. This role covers various team functions including line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, server, cashier, host, drive-thru operator, customer service representative, supervisor, team trainer, and crew member.

Alvarado Restaurant Nation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to inclusive hiring practices regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class. Join ARN and be part of a team where your efforts are recognized, your development is prioritized, and every day presents a chance to make a positive impact both professionally and within the community.