CHINESE KITCHEN/CHEF

Kroger; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Career training and advancement

Job summary

Kroger Manhattan KS is seeking a customer-focused team member to prepare and display foods, wait on customers, and uphold our core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity and safety. You will help keep displays fresh, signage accurate, shelves organized, and assist customers with quick, friendly service in a fast-paced retail kitchen environment.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability, strong communication, and the ability to follow recipes and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday availability.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read shelf tags, signs, product labels, training materials, and bulletins.
• Must work with various cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools, and carefully operate slicing equipment.
• Demonstrated aptitude to manage people and organize workloads.
• Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities, present information professionally, and work with all levels of the organization.
• Personal initiative and follow through to completion.
• Strong communication skills and diplomacy when dealing with people.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and help all department members.
• Experience in Chinese Kitchen, Food Service, or Restaurant work.
• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
• Understanding of department operations (merchandising, inventory, shrink, scheduling, etc.).
• Knowledge of employment safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and display foods in accordance with company standards, recipes, and policies.
• Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity and quality.
• Keep sales areas, backrooms, and coolers clean and well organized.
• Keep carts, tools, and supplies in their designated areas.
• Keep floors clean and clutter-free.
• Wait on customers promptly and cheerfully.
• Greet customers and provide high-quality foods.
• Operate cash register per company procedures.
• Increase store sales and profits.
• Wash and sanitize cookware and utensils.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Skills

Weekend availability

Communication skills

Read shelf tags & labels

Safety & food handling

Teamwork & reliability

Chinese kitchen/food service

Tools

Slicing equipment

Job description

Prepare and display foods for sale in accordance with company standards and policies. Wait on customers and provide customer services. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and display foods in accordance with company standards, recipes, and policies in compliance with food safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity and quality.
• Keep sales areas, backrooms, and coolers clean and well organized.
• Keep carts, tools, and supplies in their designated areas.
• Keep floors clean, safe, and free from clutter.
• Wait on customers and counter promptly and cheerfully.
• Greet customers and provide them with good quality foods.
• Operate cash register in accordance with company procedures.
• Increase store sales and profits.
• Wash and sanitize cookware and utensils in accordance with company and Health Department policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Willing and available to work weekends and holidays.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read shelf tags, signs, product labels, training materials, and bulletins.
• Must work with various cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools, and carefully operate slicing equipment.
• Demonstrated aptitude to manage people and organize workloads.
• Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities, present information in a professional manner and work with all levels of the organization.
• Personal initiative and follow through to completion.
• Strong communication skills and diplomacy when dealing with people.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and willingness to help all members of the department.
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers
• Chinese Kitchen, Food Service, Restaurant, or similar work experience.
• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
• Understanding of all key components of department operations. For example: managing people, merchandising, inventory management, shrink control, customer services, labor scheduling, and expense control.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling.

Job Info

• Job Identification 223290
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 08/26/2026, 08:06 PM

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

– A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
– Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
– Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
– Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
– Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
– Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you.