Kitchen Prep

Kitchen Prep Role

At Chick-fil-A De Zavala, the Kitchen Prep position is more than just a job — it’s a chance to grow both personally and professionally in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. We offer meaningful work that goes beyond simply preparing food. Chick-fil-A welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, and no previous experience is required. We’re seeking dependable, friendly team members who are excited to serve others and help ensure every guest has a great experience. We’ll provide all the training you need to succeed!

Do you enjoy…

• Serving others
• Fast-pace, high demand
• High standards
• Problem solving
• Constructive feedback

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals to join our team. As our restaurant continues to expand, so do the opportunities for YOUR GROWTH. The kitchen prep role includes responsibilities such as preparing salads, fruit cups, parfaits, and other cold side items.

*To meet high/day/4-day availability requirements, the team member must be able to work 36+ hours per week.*

Competitive Pay / Hourly Wage:

• $16/hr for High Availability
• $15/hr for Day Availability OR 4-day
• $14/hr for Lunch Availability
• $12/hr for Limited Availability

Opportunity for raises!

• Completion of Skill Test 1 Requirements: 50¢
• Completion of Trainer Requirements: 50¢
• Completion of Skill Test 2 Requirements: 50¢
• Completion of Shift Leader Requirements: 50¢

Kitchen Prep Position Responsibilities:

• Chops, washes, and prepares all produce items
• Assembling salads, wraps, parfaits, fruit trays, and any other cold prep items
• Accurately weighs and counts each prep item
• Move with URGENCY 
• Always be ATTENTIVE, COURTEOUS, and FRIENDLY
• Ensures orders are complete and accurate
• Constantly cleaning and stocking areas in the restaurant
• Cleans various areas of the restaurant, including tables, counters, floors, and trash bins
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety procedures
• Assist with all food preparation and set up when required
• Follow procedures to ensure an outstanding guest experience
• Any other duties and responsibilities as directed by restaurant leadership

Desired Skills:

• Seeks out work without being asked
• Helps to seek and solve problems 
• Strong sense of urgency and initiative
• Cares about quality of work and most importantly, our guests
• Customer-friendly demeanor and willingness to serve anywhere needed
• Walk, bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects
• Able to lift 40 - 50 pounds on a consistent basis
• Strong team-working skills - gets along well with others
• Communication skills, verbal and written (English fluency preferred)
• Able to maintain an optimistic and friendly attitude throughout shift
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, PRESSURE-filled environment 
• Ability to multitask
• Detail-oriented

Great BENEFITS of working at Chick-fil-A De Zavala:

• 100% PAID TUITION at our partner school Point University (https://point.edu)
• Remarkable Futures Scholarships Opportunity ($2500 - $25000)
• Free employee and family meals
• Flexible Hours
• Pay Raise Opportunities
• Insurance Opportunity after 1 year
• Closed Sundays
• Community-oriented Environment
• Long Term Career Opportunity & more

Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• Holidays

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• 401(k)