Kitchen Manager - Hot Food

Balls Foods; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Balls Foods is seeking a skilled Kitchen Manager for Hen House in Kansas City, KS. In this role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and effective team performance. You must have 2+ years of experience in a kitchen environment and a high school diploma. This position offers a salary between $18.00 and $24.00 per hour, depending on experience. Join our team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and ensure a well-supported deli environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen, deli, or prepared foods experience with leadership roles.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Train team members on food safety and standards.
• Manage inventory levels and track product usage.
• Support scheduling and task delegation during shifts.

Skills

Food quality management

Team supervision

Inventory management

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a skilled, hands‑on Kitchen Manager to join our team at Hen House. In this role, you'll oversee daily back‑of‑house operations within our deli—ensuring food quality, efficient workflow, and a well‑supported team—while delivering fresh, high‑quality ready‑to‑eat offerings that meet guest expectations and drive department success.

At Hen House, we’re more than a grocery store—we’re a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality products, strong teamwork, and consistent execution. As part of the Balls Food Stores family, we offer the stability of a locally owned company with deep community roots.

This is a great fit for someone who leads by example, thrives in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, and takes ownership of food quality, safety, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities & Job Duties

• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service while ensuring a positive food service experience.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and product presentation.
• Ensure timely production of deli items such as sandwiches, salads, hot foods, grab‑and‑go meals, and catering orders.
• Maintain efficient kitchen workflow during peak service hours and support overall department execution.
• Monitor portion control, product consistency, and minimize food waste.
• Supervise and direct team members, ensuring accountability, productivity, and consistent execution.
• Train team members on recipes, prep procedures, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
• Enforce all food safety, sanitation, labeling, and rotation standards to ensure compliance.
• Prepare for and support health inspections and ensure adherence to all local regulations.
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and track product usage to support availability and reduce shrink.
• Support food and labor cost control efforts in partnership with department leadership.
• Ensure consistency in recipes, food quality, and presentation standards.
• Assist with menu execution, seasonal items, and continuous improvement of offerings.
• Support scheduling, task delegation, and shift execution to meet operational needs.
• Communicate clearly with store leadership and collaborate across departments to support store goals.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and safety standards.
• Support loss prevention efforts and maintain awareness of cost controls.
• Remain hands‑on and productive during all shifts, stepping in as needed to support the team.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• 2+ years of kitchen, deli, or prepared foods experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Experience with inventory management, ordering, and food cost control.

Salary: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour.