Kitchen Manager - Smithton, IL

Casey's; Smithton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Career growth

Team Member discounts

Job summary

Casey’s is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a hands-on kitchen team and partner with the Store Manager on daily operations. You’ll train Team Members, oversee prepared foods and beverages, and uphold 5S standards while optimizing productivity and guest satisfaction.

You will also manage inventory, respond to guest concerns, and coach the team to deliver Casey’s CARES values in a fast-paced environment. This role includes potential quarterly bonuses and room for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams and coordinating with store management.
• Ability to train and coach Team Members and delegate tasks.
• Strong focus on food safety, inventory control, and daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Actively train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members and coach for success.
• Manage and influence kitchen activities in prepared foods and dispensed beverages.
• Ensure 5S standards and smooth daily operations with Store Manager.
• Oversee kitchen inventory and maintain stock levels.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service and update Store Manager.
• Model Casey’s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.
• Perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Leadership

Inventory management

Guest service

Adaptability

Ownership mindset

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

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 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.

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