Kitchen Manager - Chamberlain, SD

Casey's; Chamberlain (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and quarterly bonus

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 in Chamberlain, SD, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team and collaborate with the Store Manager to ensure high standards of food safety, inventory control, and guest satisfaction. You will guide Team Members, manage daily kitchen activities, and drive profitability while modeling Casey’s CARES values.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for bonuses based on kitchen performance and

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen team members and training staff.
• Strong focus on food safety and inventory control.
• Ability to maintain 5S standards in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent guest-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Actively train and coach kitchen team members.
• Manage kitchen operations under Store Manager.
• Oversee inventory and stock levels.
• Maintain 5S standards and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service.
• Uphold Casey's CARES values.
• Perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Inventory management

5S standards

Guest service

Team collaboration

Job description

As a Kitchen Manager, you\u2019ll be a hands-on leader and a key member of the store leadership team. Working closely with the Store Manager, you\u2019ll train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Your focus will include managing day-to-day kitchen operations, focusing on food safety standards, overseeing inventory, and influencing activities within prepared foods and dispensed beverage areas to maximize productivity and profitability.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and 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

What You’ll Do As a Kitchen Manager

• Actively train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members, delegate tasks effectively, and coach for success.
• Under the supervision of the Store Manager, manage and influence operational activities in prepared foods and dispensed beverages to optimize performance.
• Partner with the Store Manager to be accountable for all kitchen activities, maintaining 5S standards, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Oversee kitchen inventory and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Anticipate and resolve guest concerns related to kitchen service, keeping the Store Manager informed.
• Model and coach to Casey\u2019s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service
• Proficiently perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Compensation

Starting pay range: $15.50 - $17.80

Actual pay may vary based on Casey\u2019s assessment of the candidate\u2019s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, and qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include local prevailing wages and internal equity.

This position is eligible for quarterly bonuses based on kitchen performance.

Our full salary range for this role does extend beyond the hiring range listed, allowing team members the opportunity to continue to grow within the company.

What We\u2019re Looking For

• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to lead, train, delegate, and collaborate effectively with team members
• Organizational skills for managing inventory and maintaining standards
• Commitment to delivering a positive guest experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Ownership mindset