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.

Maintenance & Grounds Team Member

Join Chick-fil-A Five Towns Team

At Chick-fil-A Five Towns, joining our team is more than accepting a job—it’s an opportunity to serve others, grow professionally, and become part of The T.H.R.I.V.E. Culture.

Working alongside an experienced Owner/Operator and Restaurant Leaders, you'll play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, functional, and welcoming environment for our guests and Team Members.

Our Maintenance & Grounds Team Members help protect the appearance and condition of our restaurant by maintaining the building, equipment, exterior grounds, and surrounding areas with care and attention to detail.

The T.H.R.I.V.E. Culture shapes how we serve our guests, support one another, take ownership of our responsibilities, and pursue excellence every day.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy working with your hands, have strong attention to detail, and want to contribute to a well-maintained and welcoming environment, we'd love to meet you.

Position Type

• Full-Time
• Part-Time

Why You'll Love Working at Chick-fil-A Five Towns

• A supportive work environment guided by The T.H.R.I.V.E. Culture and focused on hospitality, growth, and excellence
• Closed every Sunday
• Learn directly from an experienced Owner/Operator and Restaurant Leaders
• Intentional training, coaching, and professional development
• Opportunities for promotion and career advancement
• Scholarship opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Complimentary employee meal during eligible shifts
• Employee discount
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to all employees during the annual open enrollment period
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching for eligible employees, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan

Maintenance & Grounds Team Member Responsibilities

As a Maintenance & Grounds Team Member, you will help maintain a clean, safe, functional, and welcoming restaurant environment for our guests and Team Members.

Facility Maintenance & Cleanliness

• Maintain the overall cleanliness, appearance, and condition of the restaurant’s interior and exterior areas.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks throughout the restaurant as assigned.
• Inspect assigned areas regularly and proactively address cleanliness, maintenance, and safety concerns.
• Assist with basic preventative maintenance of restaurant facilities and equipment in accordance with training and established procedures.
• Identify and promptly report equipment malfunctions, facility damage, plumbing concerns, electrical concerns, or other maintenance needs to Restaurant Leadership.
• Maintain clean and organized storage, maintenance, utility, and supply areas.
• Properly care for and store tools, cleaning equipment, and maintenance supplies.
• Support Restaurant Leadership in maintaining established facility standards.

Grounds & Exterior Maintenance

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of exterior restaurant areas, including sidewalks, entrances, parking areas, drive-thru areas, landscaping, and other surrounding property.
• Remove litter, debris, leaves, and other materials from exterior areas.
• Maintain outdoor trash receptacles and surrounding areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Assist with routine landscaping and groundskeeping tasks as assigned.
• Help maintain clear, safe, and accessible walkways and entrances.
• Monitor exterior areas for potential safety hazards, property damage, or maintenance concerns and promptly report them to Restaurant Leadership.
• Assist with seasonal grounds and exterior maintenance needs as assigned.

Safety & Preventative Maintenance

• Follow all company safety procedures when using tools, cleaning products, maintenance equipment, and other materials.
• Follow proper procedures for the handling, labeling, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals and maintenance supplies.
• Use required personal protective equipment when appropriate.
• Follow established preventative maintenance schedules and complete assigned maintenance tasks accurately and timely.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, leaks, spills, trip hazards, or other potential safety concerns.
• Maintain work areas in a manner that minimizes hazards to guests and Team Members.
• Perform only maintenance and repair activities for which appropriate training and authorization have been provided.

Culture & Collaboration

• Honor and encourage others to follow the vision and values of the restaurant.
• Embrace and contribute to The T.H.R.I.V.E. Culture by demonstrating hospitality, accountability, teamwork, adaptability, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with Team Members and Restaurant Leaders.
• Demonstrate ownership by identifying needs and taking appropriate action rather than waiting for concerns to become larger problems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Restaurant Leadership to minimize disruption to restaurant operations and the guest experience.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and professional work environment.
• Demonstrate a willingness to receive coaching, feedback, and direction.

Operations

• Complete assigned daily, weekly, monthly, and preventative maintenance responsibilities.
• Maintain appropriate levels of cleaning and maintenance supplies and communicate replenishment needs to Restaurant Leadership.
• Complete required maintenance logs, checklists, inspections, or documentation as assigned.
• Follow all Chick-fil-A operational standards, company policies, appearance standards, and dress code requirements.
• Complete required training, certifications, acknowledgments, and development activities by established deadlines.
• Assist with restaurant operational needs when appropriate and directed by Restaurant Leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on training, business needs, and operational requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

We're looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Consistency and reliability
• A positive and professional attitude
• Strong attention to detail
• Pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-kept environment
• The ability to identify maintenance and safety concerns proactively
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• The ability to work independently with limited supervision
• The ability to work collaboratively with Restaurant Leadership and Team Members
• A willingness to learn, grow, and accept coaching
• The ability to safely use cleaning equipment, tools, and maintenance supplies following proper training
• The ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and remain physically active for extended periods
• The ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• The ability to perform work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• The ability to meet the varied shift availability requirements outlined below

Varied Shift Availability

Maintenance & Grounds Team Members must have the ability to work varying scheduled shifts, which may include daytime, evening, and closing shifts, based on the established schedule and operational needs of the position.

Ready to T.H.R.I.V.E. With Us?

At Chick-fil-A Five Towns, every role contributes to creating a remarkable experience for our guests and Team Members. Our Maintenance & Grounds Team Members help make that possible by ensuring our restaurant remains clean, safe, functional, and welcoming every day.

If you're dependable, take pride in your work, and are ready to contribute to an environment guided by The T.H.R.I.V.E. Culture, we encourage you to apply today and begin your journey with us.

About Chick-fil-A Five Towns

Chick-fil-A Five Towns is independently owned and operated. As an independent franchised Chick-fil-A restaurant, all employment decisions—including hiring, scheduling, compensation, benefits, workplace policies, and employment practices—are established and administered by the independent franchised Owner/Operator and are not determined by Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Chick-fil-A Five Towns is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment in accordance with applicable law.

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: $17.00 - $17.50 / hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Job Type: fulltime

Schedule:

• Other

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site

Five Towns. 24923 Rockaway Blvd, NY, 11422