Kitchen Manager Assistant Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

At Chick-fil-A, the Kitchen Manager position is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity. In addition to working directly for an Independent Operator, Leaders gain life experience that goes far beyond serving a great product in a friendly environment. Chick-fil-A is a great opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds, and no experience is necessary.

We are seeking an individual to be a part of our rewarding team. Applicants must be hard working, fast moving, responsible, and quick thinking. They should also exhibit the ability to go the extra mile and make personal connections with every guest.

Responsibilities:

• Everything behind the swinging door during the shift
• Always delivering crave-able food, in a timely manner, that meets or exceeds Chick-fil-A Quality requirements
• Coaching the behaviors of all Leaders and Team Members who work in the Kitchen
• Have a hustle that creates surprisingly fast Speed of Service
• Attention to detail that ensures preparation and production procedures are followed
• Execution of systems that ensure a refreshingly clean environment
• Maintaining a work environment that ensures and promotes food safety
• Vigilant attention to the organization and appearance of the kitchen
• Ensuring the kitchen is ready for a Backstage Tour with a four-minute lead time
• Daily assign kitchen crew to positions and ensure all pickup/delivery orders are made in a timely manner
• Coaching, evaluating, and providing accountability for all Kitchen Team Members
• Aligning daily practices of the Kitchen with the Vision of the organization and with the Goals of the organization
• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of all equipment used in the Kitchen
• Either repair “in-house” or call appropriate repair person for broken equipment within 24 hours of notification of problem
• Track and eliminate waste of food 
• Responsible for team building, and coaching members of the Kitchen Team
• Responsible for all checklists, truck orders, and produce orders

Availability:

• Part Time needs 4 shifts with open or close availability and Full Time needs 8 shifts with open or close availability

Qualifications: 

• High school degree is required. BA/BS in Food Service or Culinary Management is preferred
• 2+ years of recent restaurant management experience 
• Reliable transportation
• Demonstrates loyalty, integrity, motivation, trustworthiness, dependability, empathy and professionalism
• A passion for people and service
• Able to lead, coach and delegate a team of individuals in a fast-paced environment
• Able to make quick decisions with the restaurant's best interest in mind
• Ability to develop others and an eagerness to learn and improve yourself

Benefits: 

• Sundays off!
• Access to a large variety of discounts through Chick-fil-A partnerships 
• Scholarship opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Medical benefits
• 401k
• Free meals with every shift
• Uniforms provided

Why do our Leaders LOVE working for Chick-fil-A?

• Flexible Hours – We understand that you may a life outside of work. We try our best to arrange your work schedule around those commitments.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• College Scholarships – At Chick-fil-A, we believe everyone deserves an education. We offer Leadership Scholarships to eligible employees who qualify.
• Competitive Pay – Along with a competitive paycheck, you will work in a nurturing environment where you will learn valuable business and people skills.
• It’s a Friendly Place to Work – At Chick-fil-A, we consider our team to be more than just employees. We are family!
• Closed Sundays.

Needs for Success:

• Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
• Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
• Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, and the Internet
• Ability to perform various motor skills, such as lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, squatting, grasping and arm-hand coordination on a continuous basis
• Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
• Strong client relationship skills