Kitchen Manager: Lead Team, Elevate Guest Experience

Casey's; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus opportunities

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Career growth and development programs

Team Member discounts

Job summary

Casey's is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced kitchen team within a Casey's store. You will train, guide, and engage Team Members, ensuring food safety, inventory accuracy, and smooth daily operations under Store Manager supervision.

The role emphasizes 5S, performance optimization in prepared foods and dispensed beverages, and a strong guest-first approach. A hands-on leader who embodies Casey's CARES values will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Clear communication is essential across all team levels.
• Ability to train and delegate effectively to Kitchen Team Members.
• Organizational skills for inventory management and maintaining standards.
• Commitment to delivering a positive guest experience.

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 Casey's CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.
• Proficiently perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Training

Delegation

Inventory management

Guest experience

Adaptability

Ownership mindset

Job description

Casey's is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced kitchen team within a Casey's store. You will train, guide, and engage Team Members, ensuring food safety, inventory accuracy, and smooth daily operations under Store Manager supervision.

The role emphasizes 5S, performance optimization in prepared foods and dispensed beverages, and a strong guest-first approach. A hands-on leader who embodies Casey's CARES values will thrive here.