Director In Training

Director In Training ProgramChick-fil-A Flemington, NJ is committed to living our Chick-fil-A shared vision to be the world's most caring company. Our goal is to create moments and win the hearts of our guests by developing servant leaders through the foundation of our Chick-fil-A Flemington Leadership Standards of Excellence.The Director In Training Program is a two-year leadership formation experience designed to prepare individuals for Director-level responsibility within Chick-fil-A Flemington. Through two intentional phases of development, participants build operational mastery, business acumen, ownership of results, and the ability to multiply leaders within a multi-million dollar organization.Through formal mentorship in our LEAD program, you will gain professional development, entrepreneurial insight, and practical working experience inside a legacy brand. You will be challenged to manage people, systems, and processes in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where ownership and accountability matter.Completion of the DIT Program prepares you for Director-level responsibility but does not guarantee promotion. Director promotion is earned through demonstrated ownership, sustained business results, leadership multiplication, and affirmation by the Flemington Leadership Team.Whether you pursue a long-term career with Chick-fil-A or launch into another field, the DIT Program provides a foundation of leadership, stewardship, and real-world business experience that prepares you to succeed wherever you are called to serve.Eleven Leadership and Business Modules:VisionFood Safety and QualityBusiness FrameworkCareer PlanningCustomer ExperienceStewardship and ProductivityPeople StrategyMarketing StrategyStewardship and Food CostManaging ConflictBrand AmbassadorshipIntro to the P&LDirector In Training ProgressionPhase 1a: 2-3 monthsAchieve Modified Advanced TM certification in Kitchen (Heart of House) operations, establishing operational credibility and the ability to protect food safety and execution standards.$0.50/hr upon certificationPhase 1b: 2-3 monthsAchieve Modified Advanced TM certification in Hospitality (Front of House) operations, establishing operational credibility and the ability to protect food safety and execution standards.$0.50/hr upon certificationPhase 1c: 3-4 monthsEarn Trainer, Senior Trainer, and Coach certifications, establishing the foundation to coach, influence, and develop others.$1.00/hr upon Coach certPhase 1d: 3-4 monthsServe as a Coach, leading shifts independently while protecting standards, coaching in real time, developing Team Members and embodying our Leadership Standards of Excellence.No additional pay during this phasePhase 2: 3-12 monthsContinue serving primarily in the Coach role while assuming additional responsibility across multiple Critical Success Factors. Demonstrate measurable impact, increasing autonomy, and sustained ownership of business results.$1.00/hr upon measurable impact in first additional area of responsibilityDirectorPromotion to Director is not automatic upon completion of the DIT Program. Director promotion is earned through demonstrated ownership, sustained results, leadership multiplication, and affirmation by the Flemington Leadership Team.Phase 3: Assume Director level responsibility to own one or part of a critical success factor in the Chick-fil-A Flemington business.$2.00/hr upon promotion to DirectorPhase timelines are estimated. Advancement and responsibility assignments are based on demonstrated performance, OMP milestone completion, and business needs not time in role.FOH and HOH operational training may be completed in either order.Base certification consists of a Modified Advanced TM certification (between Rising and Advanced TM levels).Trainer, Senior Trainer, and Coach certifications are completed in one house (FOH or HOH), not both.The Director In Training Program prepares individuals for Director-level responsibility; completion does not guarantee promotion. Director promotion is earned through demonstrated ownership, sustained results, leadership multiplication, and affirmation by the Flemington Leadership Team.Director readiness standards and promotion criteria are outlined in the Director Readiness Roadmap (internal document).Critical Success Factors (Areas of Ownership):Financial Stewardship: Impact the bottom line through ownership of Lean process improvements, cleanliness systems, repairs and maintenance process flow, and inventory management.Sales and Brand Growth: Lead the application of the Chick-fil-A marketing strategy to drive sales and grow the brand through customer relationship management, in-restaurant and in-community activations, partner relations, and advertising.Talent: Take responsibility to own and execute results in recruitment processes, onboarding and training processes, team member experience strategy, and performance management systems.Customer Experience: Identify and lead initiatives to improve our guest experience in the areas of hospitality, taste, cleanliness, and speed/accuracy.Job Expectations:Full-Time with flexible schedule2 year commitmentBachelor's degreePay and Benefits: Starting $45-50k a yearFree MBA at Point UniversityMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401K matchMoving Bonus (50 miles+)Employee mealsPaid Time OffPhone stipendRequirements:Full-Time with flexible availability2 year commitmentBachelor's degree Business or equivalentCompany Information:Chick-fil-A Flemington is committed to being the destination of choice within the greater Flemington area. Our goal is delivering operational excellence every day by developing servant leaders through the foundation of our Chick-fil-A Flemington Leadership Standards of Excellence.Founded in 1967, Chick-fil-A has grown to over 2500 locations and has even gone international. Founded on core principles, we believe that "we are in the people business and we just happen to sell chicken". We are inspired by the vision of being the world's most caring company. We are committed to living that out in the lives of our guests and our communities. If this vision inspires you, please check out this position and other positions available.Work schedule:Weekend availabilityMonday to FridayBenefits:Dental insuranceVision insuranceHealth insurancePaid time off401(k) matchingEmployee discountOther