Kitchen Manager - Lamoni, IA

Casey's; Lamoni (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Casey’s in Lamoni is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen and work closely with the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience. You will train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members, and oversee day-to-day operations with a focus on food safety and inventory control.

You will ensure 5S standards, partner with the Store Manager to drive performance, and coach the team to maintain high standards of service while supporting Casey’s CARES values.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and train kitchen Team Members; coach for success.
• Oversee kitchen operations with focus on food safety and inventory control.
• Maintain 5S standards and ensure smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Actively train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members while delegating tasks effectively.
• Under Store Manager supervision, manage activities in prepared foods and dispensed beverages to optimize performance.
• Partner with Store Manager to be accountable for all kitchen activities and inventory accuracy.
• Oversee kitchen inventory and maintain stock levels.
• Resolve guest concerns related to kitchen service and keep Store Manager informed.
• Model Casey’s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.
• Perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Team Leadership

Training & Coaching

Inventory Management

Food Safety

Customer Service

Operational Excellence

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 We Sprinkle In for This Role

• 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

Starting pay range: $15.75 - $18.10

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