Chick-fil-A's new Wooster restaurant is seeking between 80 and 100 full- and part-time employees as it prepares to open at 4147 Burbank Road.

The hiring effort is being led by local Owner-Operator Joe Laughlin, who has lived in the Wooster area with family for nearly a decade, according to a community announcement. The restaurant is encouraging applicants ranging from first-time job seekers to people looking to advance their careers.

"There's something special about having the opportunity to build a team in a community that means so much to my family," Laughlin said. "Whether someone is looking for their first job or taking the next step in their career, I want Chick-fil-A Wooster to be a place where Team Members feel supported, have opportunities to grow and develop skills they can carry with them wherever they go."

Interested applicants can text CFA330 to 31063 to receive an application. Additional information is available through chick-fil-a.com.

Chick-fil-A Wooster says prospective team members will have access to competitive pay and workplace benefits, according to the announcement.

The restaurant said benefits may include meal credits, opportunities for personal and professional development and scheduling flexibility designed to support employees both at work and outside of work.

The announcement also highlights educational opportunities available through the Chick-fil-A Remarkable Futures Scholarships program. Team members may apply for college scholarships and gain access to tuition discounts at more than 100 colleges and universities nationwide.

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