Lead Kitchen Manager - Elevate Guest Experience & Operations

Caseys General Stores Inc.; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; 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 General Stores Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Manager who will lead hands-on kitchen operations and work closely with the Store Manager to train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members. The role focuses on food safety, inventory, and delivering a premier guest experience in prepared foods and dispensed beverages.

You will help maximize productivity and profitability while upholding Casey’s CARES values and coaching for success across the team.

Qualifications

• Clear communication skills.
• Passion for training, coaching, and team engagement.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, drive performance, and meet goals.
• Hands-on leadership with focus on guest experience and operational excellence.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

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, maintain 5S standards, and ensure 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

Communication

Team training

Guest experience

Task prioritization

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Casey’s General Stores Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Manager who will lead hands-on kitchen operations and work closely with the Store Manager to train, guide, and engage kitchen Team Members. The role focuses on food safety, inventory, and delivering a premier guest experience in prepared foods and dispensed beverages.

You will help maximize productivity and profitability while upholding Casey’s CARES values and coaching for success across the team.