Kitchen Manager - Lincoln, NE

Caseys General Stores Inc.; Lincoln, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Casey's General Stores Inc. in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations and drive guest satisfaction. You will train and guide Kitchen Team Members, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and support beverages and prepared foods areas for optimal productivity and profitability.

You’ll work under the Store Manager to uphold Casey’s CARES values and model strong leadership. The role includes participating in daily store operations and occasionally performing Team Member

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in a high-paced retail environment.
• Strong communication and delegation skills.
• Ability to manage inventory and maintain food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Train, guide, and engage kitchen team members; delegate tasks and coach for success.
• Manage kitchen operations in prepared foods and dispensed beverages under Store Manager supervision.
• Partner with Store Manager to ensure 5S standards and smooth daily kitchen operations.
• Oversee inventory and maintain accurate stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Communication

Inventory management

Guest service

Job description

As a Kitchen Manager,you’llbe a hands-on leader and a key member of thestoreleadership team. Working closely with the Store Manager,you’lltrain, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members to deliveran exceptionalguest 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 andquarterlybonus opportunities
• DailyPay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth and development programs

WhatYou’llDo as a Kitchen Manager:

• Actively train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members, delegate tasks effectively, and coach for success.
• Underthesupervision of the Store Manager,manage and influence operational activities in prepared foods and dispensed beverages tooptimizeperformance.
• Partner with the Store Manager tobe accountable for all kitchen activities, maintaining 5S standards,and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Oversee kitchen inventory andmaintainaccuratestock 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: $18.00 - $20.70

Actual pay may vary based on Casey’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, and qualifications. Other factorsimpactingpay 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