Becoming an Operator is no small feat as the chain receives nearly 60,000 applications each year for approximately 100 franchise opportunities.He and his wife, Alisa, and their two children are thrilled to open the new La Mirada restaurant so close to their home in Long Beach.

“I am excited to bring Chick-fil-A’s signature handcrafted menu items and personalized customer service to the La Mirada community,” he said. “I am committed to developing myTeam Members as together we provide a remarkable experience to our guests.”

The new 5,400-square-foot restaurant has been designed to enhance all aspects of a guest’s experience from the drive-thru to the counter to in-restaurant dining. Highlights include a two-lane drive-thru merging into a single pick-up point that can handle upwards of 200 cars an hour;  heritage restaurant design that showcases a vintage-inspired interior with floor-to-ceiling windows; drop pendant lighting and a recycled peach basket light, and a chandelier made from recycled Coke bottles which hangs over a community table made from reclaimed wood.

Also, a  designated inside pickup counter as well a reserved “Super Hero” parking spot for veterans, active duty, police, fire fighters, and teachers. A dining room with free Wi-Fi and 112 seats, along with a 12-seat outdoor patio. A two-story indoor playground with an interactive toddler section and a  full-service menu with a variety of healthy and dietary options and breakfast until 10:30 a.m., and will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Chick-fil-A locations are closed on Sunday.