Kitchen Manager - Lakin, KS

caseysstore; Lakin (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & quarterly bonuses

DailyPay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Career growth & development programs

Team Member discounts

Job summary

Casey’s is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen Team Members, guide operations in prepared foods and beverages, and uphold Casey’s CARES values. You will supervise inventory, coach staff, and collaborate with the Store Manager to ensure smooth daily kitchen performance.

The role emphasizes 5S standards, guest satisfaction, and strong communication in a fast-paced environment. Compensation includes quarterly bonuses and growth opportunities within Casey’s.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with team and guests.
• Ability to train, delegate tasks, and coach for success.
• Organizational skills for inventory and standards.
• Focus on delivering a positive guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members and delegate tasks.
• Manage and influence operations in prepared foods and beverages.
• Ensure 5S standards and smooth daily kitchen operations.
• Oversee kitchen inventory and stock levels.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Training & Coaching

Inventory Management

Guest Experience

Ownership Mindset

Job description

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

We Sprinkle In for This Role

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.

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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