Kitchen Manager - Lenexa, KS

Caseys General Stores Inc.; Lenexa, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) with match

Career growth

Job summary

Casey’s General Stores Inc. is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team and work closely with the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

You will train Team Members, manage daily kitchen operations, and focus on food safety, inventory control, and beverage preparation to drive productivity and profitability. The role emphasizes 5S compliance, accountability for kitchen activities, and collaborating with the Store Manager to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing kitchen teams in a retail environment.
• Experience training, guiding, and coaching team members for performance.
• Strong inventory management and stock control capabilities.
• Solid knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to deliver excellent guest service and resolve issues.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

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 & coaching

Inventory management

Food safety

Guest service

Communication

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.

• 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

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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Requirements

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