Kitchen Manager - Juniata, NE

Casey's; Juniata (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Career development

Job summary

Casey’s is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team and work with the Store Manager to deliver a top-notch guest experience. You will train and Coach Team Members, oversee prepared foods and beverages, and ensure food safety, inventory accuracy, and smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, 5S standards, and collaboration with the Store Manager to drive productivity and profitability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and leadership to guide kitchen team members.
• Experience with inventory management and food safety standards.
• Ability to train, delegate tasks, and coach for consistent performance.

Responsibilities

• 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 kitchen activities to optimize performance in prepared foods and beverages.
• Partner with the Store Manager to be accountable for all kitchen activities, maintain 5S standards, and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Oversee kitchen inventory and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Anticipate and resolve guest concerns related to kitchen service and inform the Store Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Training & coaching

Guest experience

Inventory management

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

As a Kitchen Manager,you’llbe a hands-on leader and a key member of thestoreleadership team. Working closely with the Store Manager,you’lltrain, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members to deliveran exceptionalguest 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.

• Competitive pay andquarterlybonus opportunities
• DailyPay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth and development programs

WhatYou’llDo as a Kitchen Manager:

• Actively train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members, delegate tasks effectively, and coach for success.
• Underthesupervision of the Store Manager,manage and influence operational activities in prepared foods and dispensed beverages tooptimizeperformance.
• Partner with the Store Manager tobe accountable for all kitchen activities, maintaining 5S standards,and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Oversee kitchen inventory andmaintainaccuratestock 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:

Starting pay range: $18.00 - $20.70

Actual pay may vary based on Casey’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, and qualifications. Other factorsimpactingpay 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.

Requirements

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