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Kitchen Manager - Des Moines, IA

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive pay
Quarterly Bonus opportunities
DailyPay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career growth programs
Team member discounts

Job Description

Casey's is a well-established convenience store chain that has been serving communities with quality products and services for many years. Known for its commitment to excellent customer service and community involvement, Casey's has grown to become a trusted name in the retail industry. The company emphasizes fostering a positive work environment and providing career growth opportunities for its employees. As a leader in the convenience store sector, Casey's focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high standards in operational efficiency and product quality. The company is dedicated to supporting its team members with comprehensive benefits and continuous development programs to ensure long-term success and satisfaction.

The role of Kitchen Manager at Casey's is a dynamic and pivotal position within the store leadership team. This hands-on leadership role involves working closely with the Store Manager to train, guide, and motivate kitchen Team Members, ensuring they deliver an exceptional guest experience. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day kitchen operations, with a strong emphasis on food safety standards and inventory oversight. This position requires a proactive individual who can influence activities within prepared foods and dispensed beverage areas to maximize productivity and profitability. Key responsibilities include maintaining 5S standards, overseeing kitchen inventory to ensure accurate stock levels, and resolving guest concerns promptly. The Kitchen Manager also embodies and promotes Casey's CARES values: Commitment, Authenticity, Respect, Evolving, and Service, serving as a role model and coach for the team. This role offers competitive pay with quarterly bonus opportunities, reflecting performance in kitchen management. Additionally, it includes benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, a 401(k) plan with company matching, DailyPay, career growth and development programs, and team member discounts. The position is designed for individuals with strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to providing outstanding customer service. Overall, the Kitchen Manager role at Casey's presents an excellent opportunity for career advancement within a supportive and respected company.

Job Requirements

  • 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

Job Qualifications

  • 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

Job Duties

  • 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 including commitment, authenticity, respect, evolving, and service
  • proficiently perform Store Team Member duties when needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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