Hector's Chick-fil-A Story

I recently sat down to catch up with Hector, one of our bright young leaders at Chick-fil-A Bush River Road. He is a back of house team leader with a focus on food safety, and just maybe the most likable guy in our unit.

I first met Hector when I was conducting interviews at his school. I met a lot of students that day but I could tell there was something different about this guy. He possessed a level of character and sincerity that can be awfully hard to find no matter what talent pool you're swimming in. Because he was soft-spoken and a little reserved, I was concerned the high-tempo, demanding nature of the foodservice industry might be a little overwhelming for him.

Let's fast forward. No surprises here, Hector got the job. He beamed when he began telling me about his experience those first few weeks. "It was my first real job and I was greeted with open arms. They taught me everything, like how to work through the stress to make Chick-fil-A what it is."

I asked Hector if he felt like the same person since joining the team. "I opened up...working under pressure tested my patience; it showed me who I am." Working with his dad in construction, he had already learned the value of discipline and independent accomplishment. Growing into his role at CFA BRR, he began to understand the importance of being part of a team. "I love my team; they've made me who I am. I'm grateful to have them in my life."

Hector's next goal is reaching the supervisor level. He also plans to study IT at a trade school. When he isn't logging temps and checking hold timers, he likes to produce music. Hector also enjoys running, photography, and video editing. At the date of this publishing, he is celebrating his birthday as well as his first work anniversary.

"I love my team; they've made me who I am. I'm grateful to have them in my life."

I am genuinely so proud of this guy. It has been amazing for me to watch him grow from a shy high school kid into a confident, joy-filled leader who understands the value of investing in others. I'll never presume to take credit for any part of what this young man has accomplished, but I am deeply honored to have played a small part in his story. I'm confident this is only the beginning for Hector and I cannot wait to see where his path will take him!

Do you know someone who would be a great fit for the growth-oriented family culture at Chick-fil-A Bush River Road? Or maybe you're ready to begin writing your own Chick-fil-A story? Reach out to Jonathan at careers@cfabushriver.com for more information about career and internship opportunities.

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