Kitchen Manager - Niles, MI

Casey; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

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 in Michigan seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations and training, working closely with the Store Manager to ensure top guest experiences. You will manage inventory, maintain 5S standards, and oversee prepared foods and beverages to maximize productivity and profitability.

The role emphasizes coaching teams, maintaining food safety, and delivering quality service in a fast-paced environment. On-site position with opportunities for quarterly bonuses and growth within Casey’s.

Qualifications

• Leadership in kitchen operations and team training.
• Ability to delegate tasks and coach for success.
• Maintain inventory and 5S standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to guest experience and food safety.
• Strong communication with store leadership and team members.

Responsibilities

• Train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members and delegate tasks.
• Manage and influence prepared foods and dispensed beverages to optimize performance.
• Ensure smooth daily operations by maintaining 5S standards and inventory levels.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service and keep Store Manager informed.
• Support Casey’s CARES values in daily leadership and operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & coaching

Inventory management

5S standards

Guest service

Clear 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:

Starting pay range: $16.75 - $19.25

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.

#LI-Onsite

#LI-VS1

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

Opt-Out Request Honored