At Chick-fil-A Horn Lake, the Culinary Team Member role is more than just a job; it's an opportunity. In addition to working directly for an independent Owner/Operator, Back of House Team Members gain life experience that goes far beyond serving a great product in a friendly environment. They are responsible for providing an exceptional dining experience for everyone they serve each day and for ensuring all guests receive signature Chick-fil-A service and food.
***Part-Time starting pay will vary from Full-Time starting pay.***
***+$1 raise after completion of required training and 90-day review***
***Make $960 to $1280 per paycheck plus Overtime***
***For high-performing team members, Double shifts are available!**
Position Type:
- Full-time and Part-time
Our Benefits Include:
- A fun work environment where you can positively influence others
- Flexible scheduling (and closed on Sundays)
- Learning first-hand from an experienced Operator and Restaurant Leaders
- Intentional growth and development to help you reach your professional goals
- Scholarship opportunities
- Free Employee Meals during your shift
- Leadership Opportunities
- Health Insurance
- Competitive pay
Culinary Team Member Responsibilities:
- Prepare, cook, assemble, and present food safely, quickly, and efficiently, meeting Chick-fil-A standards
- Be knowledgeable of the assignments for all kitchen stations, including fries, breading, assembling, boards, and food prep
- Stock kitchen inventory as needed
- Keep the kitchen neat, clean, and orderly at all times
- Keep up-to-date with new products rolled out by Chick-fil-A
- Work safely around kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to Leadership
- Maintain personal knowledge by completing in-house training and staying up-to-date on any changes
- Complete all opening or closing tasks as assigned
- Adhere to Chick-fil-A rules and dress code at all times
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Consistent and reliable
- Cheerful attitude
- Loves serving and helping others
- Customer service oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented
- Able to multitask
- Works well independently and in a team environment
- Be willing and able to work a flexible schedule
- Have the ability to lift and carry 25-50 lbs regularly
- Have the ability to stand for prolonged periods
- Must be willing to keep their work area clean
Who We Are:
We run our local business like a winning sports team. We have high standards, a clear playbook, and a passion for winning. We are looking for hard workers who want to grow. We hire every Team Member with the goal of promoting them to a leader.
Who We Are Looking For:
No restaurant experience is required. If you have worked in a warehouse, construction, logistics, sports, landscaping, or are just looking for your first job, your hard work will make you successful here.
We look for four simple things:
• Follow the Playbook: You take pride in doing things the right way every single time.
• Coachable: You welcome honest feedback because you want to get better every day.
• Respect: You treat your teammates like family and bring a positive attitude.
• Steady: You stay calm and focused when the busy rush hits.
What You Get (Features & Benefits):
• Closed on Sundays: Guaranteed day off every single week to rest, recharge, and spend time with family. We protect your work-life balance.
• Free Meals: Enjoy a free meal every single shift you work.
• Paid for Every Hour: We use an all-hourly pay structure. Every single hour you work is an hour you get paid for. No unpaid salary burnout.
• Health Benefits: Job benefits are offered to help take care of you and your family.
• Leadership Training: We will teach you how to run a multi-million-dollar business, manage labor costs, and lead teams.
Your Career Launchpad:
We build leaders. If you want a long-term career with us, we will show you the path to the top. If you want to move into a different field later—like business, construction management, or law enforcement—the high-performance skills you learn here will make you stand out anywhere you apply.
How to Apply:
If you have the grit to work hard and the desire to learn, apply today to join our team!
(Bilingual Spanish/English is a big plus! We welcome hard workers from all backgrounds.)
Most Chick-fil-A® Restaurants are operated by independent franchised business owners who make all their own employment decisions and are responsible for their own content and policies.
*Conditional based on restaurant and team member performance
**Contingent on tenure and role in the restaurant
If you schedule an interview and do not show up, it will be reported to unemployment as a no-show and you may lose benefits. Please do not apply if you do not plan to attend an interview.
Work schedule
- Day shift
- Night shift
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee discount