Kitchen Leader & Operations Coach: Elevate Guest Experience

Casey's; La Porte City (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus opportunities

DailyPay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Career growth and development programs

Team Member discounts

Job summary

Casey's is seeking a Kitchen Manager to be a hands‑on leader within the store leadership team, training and guiding kitchen Team Members to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Under the Store Manager, you’ll manage day‑to‑day kitchen operations, ensure food safety, oversee inventory in prepared foods and dispensed beverages, and maintain 5S standards to maximize productivity and profitability.

This role offers starting pay of $16.00–$18.40 per hour with quarterly bonuses and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Experience training and coaching kitchen staff to deliver quality guest experiences.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations with focus on food safety and quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with store leadership.

Responsibilities

• Train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members; delegate tasks and coach for success.
• Manage kitchen activities under Store Manager; optimize prepared foods and beverages.
• Maintain 5S standards and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Oversee inventory and stock levels; resolve guest concerns related to kitchen service.
• Support Casey's CARES values in daily leadership.
• Perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership & training

Inventory management

Guest experience focus

Adaptability

Ownership mindset

Job description

Casey's is seeking a Kitchen Manager to be a hands‑on leader within the store leadership team, training and guiding kitchen Team Members to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Under the Store Manager, you’ll manage day‑to‑day kitchen operations, ensure food safety, oversee inventory in prepared foods and dispensed beverages, and maintain 5S standards to maximize productivity and profitability.

This role offers starting pay of $16.00–$18.40 per hour with quarterly bonuses and a comprehensive