Our value proposition
You may be considering the Chick-fil-A, Inc. Talent Development Program for a variety of reasons. Let us help you understand the true value behind this life-changing experience and how you can expect to grow personally and professionally.
Experience
As a TDP participant, you will actively engage in a corporate setting, tackling real-world leadership and business challenges across the organization. The Chick-fil-A Talent Development Program provides participants hands-on experiences working at the Chick-fil-A, Inc. Support Center while serving as an operational and training expert to Operators, Leadership Development Program (LDP) participants, Licensee Leaders, Chick-fil-A, Inc. Staff, and Restaurant Leaders. This 36-month program provides an unparalleled opportunity to:
- Work in a corporate environment: Immerse yourself in the dynamic corporate culture of an industry-leading brand.
- Tackle real-world challenges: Engage directly with critical business needs, applying your skills to solve complex problems and drive tangible results.
- Build your professional resume: Gain invaluable experience that will enhance your career trajectory within Chick-fil-A and beyond.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives: Support and lead projects that span various departments, fostering a deep understanding of our interconnected business operations.
Exposure
TDP is designed to provide holistic exposure to the diverse facets of Chick-fil-A, Inc., offering insights into an industry-leading brand. Your opportunities for exposure may include:
- Leadership insights: Gain direct access to and learn from Chick-fil-A, Inc.’s executive leaders and subject matter experts through various events and forums.
- Strategic project work: Contribute to special projects with leaders across Field Learning and Staff Learning, often serving on training program teams and other key initiatives.
- Business gigs: Experience diverse departments such as Field Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, Restaurant Development, and Talent Acquisition, understanding their contributions to our success.
- Networking & community: Connect with peers and leaders through career interest groups and exclusive internal events.
- International expansion: Support international grand openings by partnering with LDP to deliver effective training on brand standards, deepen cultural awareness, and strengthen our organization’s ability to scale in emerging markets.
Growth
TDP is committed to fostering profound personal and professional growth. The program provides individualized learning and development, guided by dedicated mentors, consistent feedback, and access to premier resources at the Chick-fil-A Support Center. Through this experience, you will:
- Enhance business acumen: Develop a deeper understanding of corporate operations, project funding, and strategic management.
- Advance leadership skills: Access tailored resources including resume and interview coaching, leadership conferences, certifications, and online business courses.
- Cultivate key qualities: Strengthen essential leadership attributes such as professionalism, drive, and effective communication, preparing you to lead with influence and humility.
- Impact restaurant operations: Collaborate on projects that directly influence and address Restaurant challenges, contributing to our continued success.