Team Leader Pay: £13.50 to £14.50 per hour plus benefits Location: Kingston upon Thames Contract: Full Time Start date: Late February About the role Imagine a job where you can build your future, make someone’s day, and have fun doing it. That is what it means to be a Chick-fil-A Team Member. You will work closely with an independent Owner/Operator, gain real world skills you will use for life, and be responsible for helping deliver the warm, signature service that makes Chick-fil-A remarkable. This is not just a job; it is an opportunity to make a difference in your community. As a Team Leader, you will take on additional responsibility during shifts, supporting Team Members, upholding standards, and helping the leadership team deliver a consistent, safe, and welcoming experience for both Guests and Team Members. You must be available to work weekdays and Saturdays, across mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Why join us Be part of the opening team for the first Chick-fil-A restaurant in Kingston Join a founding leadership team with genuine career progression potential into senior roles Benefit from intentional, ongoing training and internal development from day one Work directly with the Owner/Operator and restaurant leadership team Closed on Sundays Competitive package, including free lunch when on shift Responsibilities include Lead and support Team Members during shifts across front and back of house Participate operationally in daily restaurant activities during service Help plan and run shifts to ensure smooth, efficient operations Act as a key holder and support opening and closing of the restaurant in line with company procedures Set the standard for hospitality, food quality, cleanliness, and safety Coach and support Team Members in role, reinforcing training standards and positive behaviours Support the training of new starters and role model best practice on shift Maintain a clean, safe, and Guest ready environment at all times Champion health and safety, food hygiene, and compliance procedures Communicate clearly with Team Members and managers to support shift priorities Escalate issues appropriately to managers when required Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude at all times Perform additional duties as required to support business needs Physical and safety requirements This role includes manual handling tasks, including lifting items of up to 15kg Work involves standing for extended periods in a kitchen environment About you Experience in hospitality, quick service, or team leadership is required Enjoys supporting, coaching, and motivating others Leads by example and takes pride in setting standards Calm under pressure and able to work effectively in a fast paced environment Strong communicator with a people first mindset Reliable, organised, and consistent in your approach Motivated to develop further leadership capability and progress within the business