Chick-fil-A Jobs

From entry-level Team Member to franchise Operator — every Chick-fil-A job, what it pays in 2026, and how to land one at a Chick-fil-A near me.

9 job types
$13/hr – $300k/yr
Sundays off

All Chick-fil-A jobs by role and pay

Job title	Pay	Schedule	Level
Team Member — Front Counter / Drive-thru	$13 – $18 / hr	PT or FT	Entry
Kitchen Team Member	$13 – $19 / hr	PT or FT	Entry
Hospitality Trainer	$15 – $21 / hr	FT	Mid
Shift Lead	$16 – $22 / hr	FT	Mid
Catering Driver / Coordinator	$15 – $20 / hr + tips	PT	Mid
Marketing Director	$18 – $26 / hr	FT	Senior
Director / Manager	$45k – $70k / yr	FT + benefits	Senior
Operator (Franchisee)	$150k – $300k+ / yr	Full ownership	Executive
Corporate (Atlanta HQ)	$70k – $250k+ / yr	FT + benefits	Corporate

Restaurant

Team Member → Trainer → Shift Lead → Director. Hourly pay, paid training, scholarships, Sundays off.

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Corporate (HQ)

Marketing, IT, finance, supply chain. Salary + bonus + equity. Based in Atlanta.

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Operator (Franchise)

Run your own Chick-fil-A as a selected Operator. $10k application, 0.4% acceptance rate.

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Find Chick-fil-A jobs near you

Use the locator to find a Chick-fil-A near me, then apply directly with that store.

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Frequently asked questions

What jobs does Chick-fil-A have available?
Restaurant: Team Member, Kitchen, Trainer, Shift Lead, Catering Driver, Director, Manager. Corporate (Atlanta): marketing, finance, IT, operations, legal, supply chain, real estate.
What is the highest-paying job at Chick-fil-A?
Operator (franchisee) is the highest-paying role, with average earnings of $150k–$300k/year. Inside the restaurant, Director/Manager roles top out around $70k. Corporate roles at HQ scale to $250k+ for VPs.
Are Chick-fil-A jobs hard to get?
Restaurant Team Member roles are generally easy to get if you show up prepared and have flexible availability — most applicants who interview get an offer. Operator selection is highly competitive: only about 0.4% of applicants are chosen each year.
Can teens work at Chick-fil-A?
Yes — most stores hire 16+ for any Team Member role. Some states allow 14–15 with a work permit and limited hours.
Do Chick-fil-A jobs come with benefits?
Full-time hourly roles typically include scholarships ($2,500/yr), free shift meals, paid time off, and at most stores: medical, dental, vision and 401(k). Corporate roles include full benefits + bonus + equity.
How do I find Chick-fil-A jobs near me?
Visit chick-fil-a.com/careers and filter by zip code, or use the locator on this site to find a Chick-fil-A near me and apply directly with that store. Walking in mid-afternoon also works well.
What's the difference between a Chick-fil-A job and a corporate Chick-fil-A job?
Restaurant jobs are with the local franchise Operator and focus on guest experience. Corporate jobs are with Chick-fil-A, Inc. in Atlanta and cover marketing, IT, finance, supply chain and so on. Pay, benefits and culture differ significantly.
Does Chick-fil-A hire for night shifts?
Most Chick-fil-A restaurants close by 10 PM, so there are no overnight shifts. Closing shifts run roughly 5–11 PM and are popular with students. The chain is closed all day Sunday.
Is Chick-fil-A a good first job?
Yes — consistently ranked among the top first jobs for teens. Structured training, clear advancement path, paid Sundays off, scholarships, and a culture focused on customer service.
Can I transfer between Chick-fil-A locations?
Yes — most Operators allow employees to transfer to a different Chick-fil-A if they move. Coordinate with both your current Operator and the new store's hiring manager. There's no formal corporate transfer system since each store is independently owned.

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More about Chick-fil-A jobs

Chick-fil-A jobs span three very different worlds: the restaurant (where 99% of CFA team members work), corporate at the Atlanta support center, and franchise ownership as a selected Operator. Restaurant roles are the most accessible — start as a Team Member at $13–$18/hr, advance to Trainer, then Shift Lead and Director within 2–3 years. Corporate roles attract experienced professionals in marketing, technology, finance and supply chain, with salaries and benefits competitive with peer Fortune 500 companies. The Operator path is the most lucrative and the most selective: less than 0.4% of the 60,000+ annual applicants are awarded a restaurant. Across all three tracks, every Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays — a benefit cited by employees as one of the strongest reasons they choose and stay with the brand. To find Chick-fil-A jobs near me, use the locator and apply directly with the local franchise — each store is independently owned and hires on its own schedule.

All Chick-fil-A jobs by role and pay

Job title	Pay	Schedule	Level
Team Member — Front Counter / Drive-thru	$13 – $18 / hr	PT or FT	Entry
Kitchen Team Member	$13 – $19 / hr	PT or FT	Entry
Hospitality Trainer	$15 – $21 / hr	FT	Mid
Shift Lead	$16 – $22 / hr	FT	Mid
Catering Driver / Coordinator	$15 – $20 / hr + tips	PT	Mid
Marketing Director	$18 – $26 / hr	FT	Senior
Director / Manager	$45k – $70k / yr	FT + benefits	Senior
Operator (Franchisee)	$150k – $300k+ / yr	Full ownership	Executive
Corporate (Atlanta HQ)	$70k – $250k+ / yr	FT + benefits	Corporate

Frequently asked questions

What jobs does Chick-fil-A have available?

Restaurant: Team Member, Kitchen, Trainer, Shift Lead, Catering Driver, Director, Manager. Corporate (Atlanta): marketing, finance, IT, operations, legal, supply chain, real estate.

What is the highest-paying job at Chick-fil-A?

Operator (franchisee) is the highest-paying role, with average earnings of $150k–$300k/year. Inside the restaurant, Director/Manager roles top out around $70k. Corporate roles at HQ scale to $250k+ for VPs.

Are Chick-fil-A jobs hard to get?

Restaurant Team Member roles are generally easy to get if you show up prepared and have flexible availability — most applicants who interview get an offer. Operator selection is highly competitive: only about 0.4% of applicants are chosen each year.

Can teens work at Chick-fil-A?

Yes — most stores hire 16+ for any Team Member role. Some states allow 14–15 with a work permit and limited hours.

Do Chick-fil-A jobs come with benefits?

Full-time hourly roles typically include scholarships ($2,500/yr), free shift meals, paid time off, and at most stores: medical, dental, vision and 401(k). Corporate roles include full benefits + bonus + equity.

How do I find Chick-fil-A jobs near me?

Visit chick-fil-a.com/careers and filter by zip code, or use the locator on this site to find a Chick-fil-A near me and apply directly with that store. Walking in mid-afternoon also works well.

What's the difference between a Chick-fil-A job and a corporate Chick-fil-A job?

Restaurant jobs are with the local franchise Operator and focus on guest experience. Corporate jobs are with Chick-fil-A, Inc. in Atlanta and cover marketing, IT, finance, supply chain and so on. Pay, benefits and culture differ significantly.

Does Chick-fil-A hire for night shifts?

Most Chick-fil-A restaurants close by 10 PM, so there are no overnight shifts. Closing shifts run roughly 5–11 PM and are popular with students. The chain is closed all day Sunday.

Is Chick-fil-A a good first job?

Yes — consistently ranked among the top first jobs for teens. Structured training, clear advancement path, paid Sundays off, scholarships, and a culture focused on customer service.

Can I transfer between Chick-fil-A locations?

Yes — most Operators allow employees to transfer to a different Chick-fil-A if they move. Coordinate with both your current Operator and the new store's hiring manager. There's no formal corporate transfer system since each store is independently owned.

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