Kitchen Manager - Viburnum, MO

Casey's•Viburnum, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. You’ll manage day-to-day kitchen operations, focus on food safety standards, oversee inventory, and influence activities within prepared foods and dispensed beverage areas to maximize productivity and profitability. The role includes starting pay of $18.00–$20.70 per hour and eligibility for quarterly bonuses based on kitchen performance. Actual pay may vary based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience, education, qualifications, local prevailing wages, and internal equity. The full salary range extends beyond the stated hiring range, allowing team members to continue to grow within the company.

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.

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