Kitchen Manager: Lead Operations & Guest Experience

caseysstore; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) match

Career growth

Development programs

Team Member discounts

Job summary

Casey’s is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and develop the kitchen team, ensuring top-notch guest experiences and safe, efficient food preparation. You’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, train team members, and work closely with the Store Manager to optimize prepared foods and beverages while upholding Casey’s CARES values.

Responsibilities include supervising inventory, maintaining 5S standards, and driving productivity.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Training

Operations management

Inventory control

Food safety

Customer service

Communication

5S standards

Tools

Point of sale systems

Job description

Casey’s is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and develop the kitchen team, ensuring top-notch guest experiences and safe, efficient food preparation. You’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, train team members, and work closely with the Store Manager to optimize prepared foods and beverages while upholding Casey’s CARES values.

Responsibilities include supervising inventory, maintaining 5S standards, and driving productivity.