Kitchen Operations Leader: Guest Experience & Efficiency

Casey's; Hoisington (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

DailyPay

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Growth programs

Team discounts

Job summary

Casey’s is hiring a Kitchen Manager in Kansas. You will lead and train kitchen Team Members, ensuring food safety and efficient daily operations while collaborating with the Store Manager to optimize prepared foods and beverages.

You’ll drive guest satisfaction, manage inventory, and support 5S standards in a fast-paced store environment. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional teamwork, and adaptability, with opportunities for growth and a focus on delivering exceptional guest

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen or food-prep teams.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation.
• Experience managing inventory and costs.

Responsibilities

• Train and guide kitchen Team Members; delegate tasks and coach for success.
• Oversee operations in prepared foods and beverages to maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate with Store Manager to maintain 5S and daily operations.
• Manage kitchen inventory and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Address guest concerns related to kitchen service and respond promptly.
• Model Casey’s CARES values in daily leadership and service.
• Cover Store Team Member duties when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Food safety

Inventory management

Customer service

Tools

POS systems

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

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