Kitchen Operations Lead - Train & Elevate Guest Service

Casey's; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

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 in Lubbock, TX is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team and partner with the Store Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You’ll train, guide, and coach Team Members, manage day-to-day kitchen operations, and uphold food safety and 5S standards while optimizing prepared foods and beverages.

You’ll oversee inventory, respond to guest concerns, and reinforce Casey’s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams and training staff.
• Solid knowledge of food safety standards and compliance.
• Ability to manage inventory and maintain 5S standards.
• Strong communication and guest service mindset.

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 Casey’s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.
• Proficiently perform Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Delegation

Coaching

Food safety

Inventory management

5S implementation

Job description

Casey’s in Lubbock, TX is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team and partner with the Store Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You’ll train, guide, and coach Team Members, manage day-to-day kitchen operations, and uphold food safety and 5S standards while optimizing prepared foods and beverages.

You’ll oversee inventory, respond to guest concerns, and reinforce Casey’s CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, Service.