Kitchen Manager - Omaha, NE

Casey\'s is a well-established convenience store chain renowned for its commitment to quality service, delicious food offerings, and community engagement. With numerous locations across the United States, Casey\'s has become a trusted name in the retail and service industry, known for blending the warm atmosphere of a local store with the offerings of a modern convenience market. The company emphasizes values such as commitment, authenticity, respect, evolution, and service, which are embedded deeply into its operational philosophy. As a part of Casey\'s team, employees experience a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth while striving to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

As a Kitchen Manager at Casey\'s, you will play a vital role as a hands-on leader and key member of the store leadership team. This role requires close collaboration with the Store Manager to effectively train, guide, and engage kitchen team members, ensuring that every guest receives outstanding service and food quality. Your responsibilities will include managing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring rigorous adherence to food safety standards, and overseeing inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels. You will be influential in driving activities in the prepared foods and dispensed beverages sections, with a focus on maximizing both productivity and profitability.

This position offers competitive starting pay ranging from $18.00 to $20.70 per hour, with actual pay determined based on your assessed knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and qualifications. Additionally, you will be eligible for quarterly bonuses tied to kitchen performance metrics, reflecting your direct impact on the success of the store. The salary range extends beyond the initial hiring band, providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Your day-to-day duties will involve actively training team members to excel in their roles, delegating tasks effectively, and coaching for success. Under the supervision of the Store Manager, you will manage operational activities related to prepared foods and beverages, ensuring that standards are maintained and that the kitchen runs smoothly. You will be accountable for all kitchen activities, upholding 5S standards to create an organized and safe workplace. Handling inventory will be another critical aspect of your role, where you will maintain accurate stock levels to support continuous operations.

Resolving guest concerns related to kitchen services will be a priority, with a proactive approach to communication with the Store Manager to address any issues promptly. Embracing and modeling Casey\'s CARES values will be integral, fostering a workplace culture of commitment, authenticity, respect, evolution, and exemplary service. Your leadership will extend to performing Store Team Member duties when needed, illustrating flexibility and dedication to the team. Overall, your contribution as Kitchen Manager will be central to delivering an exceptional guest experience and promoting the company\'s mission and values.