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Why This Role Is Meaningful: 

The Restaurant Director is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the business, leading 120+ team members, and strategic planning of the organization. You will need to be a gritty, high level thinker, with strong problem solving abilities, and a love for collaboration. Applicants must have an attitude of continuous improvement when it comes to our 5 Critical Success Factors: Leadership, Customer Experience, Talent, Sales & Brand Growth, and Financial Stewardship.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of Chick-fil-A leadership experience, or a proven record of leadership driven results from another organization. Prior experience with Chick-fil-A is not required. The option to pursue being a Chick-fil-A Owner/Operator or corporate staff member is available for leaders serving at this level of the organization. A passion for the brand, a clear "Why", and a growth mindset is a must for Director level leaders. This position requires an average of 45 hours per week.

What We Offer:

• Closed Sundays: All Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed on Sundays.
• Work Directly With A Chick-fil-A Operator: The Operator is an independent business person, responsible for the operation of the restaurant, who invests time in his employees, teaching them important business skills for the future.
• Competitive Pay: Director roles at Chick-fil-A 7th Ave. & Roosevelt are also available for those looking for career level positions in the business.
• 401(k) Match (after year 1): An opportunity to invest in your financial future while we invest in you today.
• Health Benefits: Insurance program available with monthly credit provided by Owner/Operator.
• It's a Great Place to Work: At Chick-fil-A 7th Ave. & Roosevelt, our vision is to be the premier place to work in downtown Phoenix. Operators consider their team members to be more than just employees, they are a highly valued part of each Chick-fil-A restaurant. Our high retention rate is proof that team members really enjoy working at Chick-fil-A.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Chick-fil-A employees who are eligible have the opportunity to apply for two types of scholarships ranging from $1,000-$2,500 in value annually, in addition to a competitive scholarship for $25,000.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Loves people.
• Heart of a Teacher: ability to take Chick-fil-A procedural knowledge as well as leadership knowledge to coach team members in a clear and understandable way on operational systems and expectations
• 3+ years Chick-fil-A experience and/or 3+ years leadership experience from another organization.
• Integrity; trustworthy to be a top leader in a thriving business.
• Grit: Passion and perseverance for long term goals.
• Servant Heart; possesses humility; willing to do any task asked of them; team player.
• Ability to perform at a fast pace; comfortable with high volume.
• Innovative, flexible, and proactive problem solver; decisive.
• Personable; prioritizes connection with the team from entry level to Operator; prioritizes connection with the guest.
• Effective Communicator with the entire team.
• Optimistic and engaging; excited about the vision/future growth of the company.
• Possesses a willingness and desire to learn and be coached; able to take feedback and activate changes.

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• 401(k) matching

Chick-fil-A 7th Ave. & Roosevelt is the first Chick-fil-A restaurant to serve the Downtown Phoenix community. The Owner/Operator, Dylan Carder, has been a part of Chick-fil-A for over 13 years. With a vision to be the premier place to work in Downtown Phoenix, Dylan and his team aim to develop leaders, help others win, inspire excellence, and make a meaningful impact on our community.

• Weekend availability
• Overtime
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Other

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• 401(k) matching