Top 91 Kitchen team leader Jobs in Smithfield, Nc

Kitchen (Heart of House) Team Leader
Chick-fil-A —Selma, NC
- $16 - $18 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Leader
Chipotle —Smithfield, NC
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prep Team Member
Chick-fil-A —Selma, NC
- $13 - $16 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- No education required
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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ASSISTANT MANAGER
Popeyes —Selma, NC
- $36,000 - $50,000 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
Assistant Manager
Panda Restaurant Group —Selma, NC
- $23.00 - $32.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
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SHIFT LEADER
Popeyes —Selma, NC
- $28,000 - $34,000 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Popeyes Selma —Selma, NC
- $36,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
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Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —Selma, NC
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Email
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Back of House Team Member
Chick-fil-A —Clayton, NC
- $13 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid training
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GENERAL MANAGER
Popeyes —Selma, NC
- $52,000 - $65,000 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
Store Manager
Panda Restaurant Group —Selma, NC
- $27.23 - $30.23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
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Cook
Chick-fil-A —Selma, NC
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- 16+ years old
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Account Manager - Coastal Carolinas
Greenheck Group —North Carolina
- $80,000 - $208,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
Full-Time Back of House (Kitchen) Team Member
Chick-fil-A —Wendell, NC
- $16 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
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Machine Operators & Packagers
CONESTOGA WOOD SPECIALTIES —Kenly, NC
- 8 hour shift
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Inside Team Members (Clayton, NC)
RHLC Group - Marco's Pizza —Clayton, NC
- $8 - $10 an hour
- Part-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Team Member
Chick-fil-A —Wendell, NC
- Part-time
- No education required
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- 16+ years old
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Crew Member - Five Guys Goldsboro
Five Guys Burgers and Fries —Goldsboro, NC
- $11 - $13 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Barista
Drift Coffee & Kitchen —Raleigh, NC
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Full Time Back of House Team Member
Chick-fil-A —Raleigh, NC
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Kitchen (Heart of House) Team Leader

Chick-fil-A -
Selma, NC

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$16 - $18 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Leadership training provided
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Food service health code compliance
High school diploma or GED
Team development
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff
Team motivation (leadership skill)

Full Job Description

Chick-fil-A Team Leader (Heart of House)

Now Hiring Kitchen Team Leaders – Lead with Excellence

Do you take pride in running a strong kitchen, leading teams with clarity, and maintaining the highest standards for food quality and safety? Are you confident leading in a fast-paced environment while supporting and developing others?

Join Chick-fil-A Smithfield-Selma as a Heart of House Team Leader and play a vital role in leading kitchen operations, supporting team members, and ensuring every meal meets Chick-fil-A’s standards of excellence. This is a hands-on leadership position for individuals who lead by example and thrive in operational excellence.

Position Details

Full-time opportunities available
Flexible scheduling for day and/or night shifts
Available shifts:

Opening: 5:15 AM – 3:00 PM

Closing: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Availability Requirements

Must be able to open or close at least 4 shifts per week
Must have Saturday evening availability (Team Leaders rotate Saturday night shifts)

What You’ll Do

Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations during assigned shifts
Set the tone for food quality, safety, speed, and teamwork
Work kitchen stations as needed to support throughput and execution
Coach, support, and motivate Heart of House Team Members
Assist with training new hires and developing current team members
Monitor performance and address behavioral or performance issues professionally
Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
Manage inventory needs and communicate supply concerns to leadership
Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen
Open and/or close the restaurant; serve as key holder when scheduled
Communicate effectively with other leaders to align staffing and operations
Respond promptly and respectfully to guest needs when escalated

What We’re Looking For

Must be 18 years or older
Minimum 1 year of leadership experience (kitchen leadership preferred, but not mandatory)
Strong communication and people-development skills
Ability to lead calmly and professionally under pressure
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Reliable transportation
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to food safety, quality, and operational excellence
Comfortable giving direction while remaining supportive and respectful

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A positive, purpose-driven, people-first culture
Closed on Sundays—always
Competitive pay
Opportunity for monthly bonuses
Flexible scheduling and paid time off (for eligible team members)
Ongoing leadership training and development
Clear pathways for advancement and long-term growth
Scholarship opportunities ranging from $1,000–$25,000
Employee meal discount while working
401(k) contributions and PTO for eligible team members

Incredible Benefits

Free College Tuition

Accredited virtual 2-year, 4-year, and MBA degree programs through our partnership with Point University

100% Free Virtual Healthcare

For team members and their household

Location:

201 S Endurance Way Selma, NC

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to grow as a leader in a supportive, locally owned, people-focused environment. Our Operator invests in the development of team members and the strength of our community.

Apply today and take the next step in your kitchen leadership journey with Chick-fil-A.

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Referral program
Employee discount
Paid training

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Weekend availability
Holidays
Day shift
Night shift
Overtime

Education: High school degree

Work location: On-site

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