Kitchen Manager - Early, IA

Casey's; Early (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; 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 Iowa is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead day-to-day kitchen operations, train Team Members, and uphold food safety and quality standards. You’ll work closely with the Store Manager to optimize prepared foods and beverage areas, achieve targets, and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, inventory control, and adherence to Casey’s CARES values, with opportunity for quarterly bonuses based on kitchen performance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in a fast-paced retail or restaurant setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and practices.
• Proven ability to manage inventory and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Actively train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members; delegate tasks effectively.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, including prepared foods and beverages.
• Maintain 5S standards and ensure smooth daily operations with the Store Manager.
• Monitor inventory and ensure accurate stock levels.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service and quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Guest service

5S standards

Job description

As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll be a hands-on leader and a key member of the store leadership team. Working closely with the Store Manager, you’ll 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’s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service
• Proficiently perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Compensation

Actual pay may vary based on Casey’s assessment of the candidate’s 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’re 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