Kitchen Manager - Leavenworth, KS

caseysstore; Lansing (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus opportunities

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Career growth programs

Team member discounts

Job summary

Casey\'s in Lansing, KS is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead and train Kitchen Team Members, oversee daily operations, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and partner with the Store Manager to maximize productivity and profitability within prepared foods and dispensed beverages.

This role emphasizes 5S standards, ownership mindset, and a strong focus on delivering an exceptional guest experience while living Casey\'s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams and coaching staff.
• Strong food safety and sanitation knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage inventory and prevent waste.
• Commitment to delivering a positive guest experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Train, guide, and engage kitchen team members; delegate tasks.
• Oversee operations in prepared foods and beverages; optimize performance.
• Maintain 5S standards and daily store operations with Store Manager.
• Monitor inventory levels and stock accuracy.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service.
• Uphold Casey's CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.
• Perform store team member duties when needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & coaching

Food safety & sanitation

Inventory management

Guest experience focus

Communication

5S standards

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:

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