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Bluebird Kitchen Manager
Company : KJ's Market
Location : Kingstree, SC, 29556
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
The Bluebird Kitchen Manager ensures the effective and profitable operations of the Bluebird Kitchen/Deli/Bakery department, including Guest experience, menu execution, and host and team development.
Come grow with grocery at Kj’s Market! We’re not like other grocery stores – We Create Smiles! Plus, we’re family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922! Join us where you can create smiles, share your hometown pride, and grow in a fast-paced environment – We need YOU!
Benefits for Now and Your Future:
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
RETIREMENT
- 100% Company Funded Pension
- 401K
Responsibilities
1. Ensure sanitation and physical and food safety standards are maintained (as measured through internal and external audits and expectations).2. Train, coach, develop, and provide feedback to Bluebird Kitchen/Deli/Bakery department hosts to achieve established performance standards.3. Train, coach, develop, and provide feedback to Assistant Manager roles within the Bluebird Kitchen/Deli/Bakery department to ensure consistent support and oversight of assigned areas during the Bluebird Kitchen Manager’s absence or days off.4. Ensure kitchen hosts provide guests with the desired level of service consistent with our established Purpose, Priorities, and Service Standards.5. Collaborate with department managers and teams throughout the store to drive efficiency, reduce costs and increase gross profit.6. Ensure that department financials align with the established budget and meet the needs and demands of our guests, including food cost, shrink, gross profit, etc.7. Achieve budgeted sales, shrink, and profits for the Bluebird Kitchen/deli/bakery department. 8. Monitor and manage inventory to ensure food quality and desired product, wrap, and supply levels.9. Execute company merchandising programs and weekly sales plans for the Bluebird Kitchen/deli/bakery department.10. Ensure the quality of the product for sale meets Floco Foods standards.11. Perform and ensure all brand elements and expectations are met and delivered, including but not limited to rituals and specific guest experiences.12. Perform product preparation, receiving, ordering, stocking, and guest service to achieve standards.13. Create department schedules to meet the needs of the business, balance the needs of our hosts, and meet labor budget and scheduling standards.14. Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
1. Friendly, outgoing personality.2. Ability to work well with others.3. Ability to lift 25 lbs. consistently and 50 lbs. occasionally.4. Ability to read and understand information and direction.5. Knowledge of kitchen, deli, and bakery operations.6. Ability to supervise people, including training and development.7. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.8. Effective communication, guest service, and selling skills.9. Must be at least 18 years old.10. Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods.11. Ability to communicate effectively with Store Manager and Merchandiser.12. Ability to work well with computers.13. Food Safety Manager Certification.
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Frequently asked questions
Kingstree's job market for Bluebird Kitchen Managers is moderately competitive, with local grocery and hospitality sectors seeking skilled leaders. Employers like KJ's Market value managers who balance kitchen operations and guest satisfaction, making relevant certification and hands-on experience key differentiators in hiring.
Managing both deli and bakery teams requires juggling diverse product standards, scheduling, and training demands. At KJ's Market, the Bluebird Kitchen Manager must ensure consistent quality while fostering a positive guest experience, adapting to fast-paced retail rhythms and coordinating with store-wide departments for operational efficiency.
This position demands a hybrid approach: leading and coaching staff while actively participating in food prep and inventory control. Success hinges on guiding team development, maintaining food safety, and directly managing daily kitchen functions to meet both guest expectations and financial targets.
Kitchen Managers in Kingstree typically earn between $45,000 and $55,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. At KJ's Market, compensation aligns with regional norms and includes benefits like pension and health coverage, making the total package competitive within South Carolina's grocery management sector.
Food safety manager certification is highly valued locally, reflecting health code compliance and food handling standards. For Bluebird Kitchen Manager candidates, possessing such credentials alongside supervisory experience boosts employability within Kingstree's grocery and deli markets, including at family-owned stores like KJ's Market.
Beyond cooking and prep, this manager oversees team training, scheduling, inventory management, and financial performance metrics. They ensure brand standards, guest experience rituals, and cross-department collaboration, playing a pivotal role in operational success and profitability distinct from standard kitchen roles.
KJ's Market emphasizes internal development, offering coaching opportunities and leadership training tailored to kitchen and deli operations. The family-owned atmosphere combined with structured feedback encourages managers to expand skills in team building, budget management, and customer service excellence.
Yes, KJ's Market provides weekly pay, a fully company-funded pension, and comprehensive medical benefits, including dental and vision. These perks, combined with PTO and disability coverage, create a robust support system uncommon in many regional kitchen manager roles.
Effective labor scheduling is critical; managers must align employee hours with peak guest demands without exceeding budget limits. This balance ensures top-tier service while controlling costs, a skill particularly important in Kingstree's community-focused grocery environment where guest satisfaction drives repeat business.
KJ's Market's emphasis on a hometown, family-owned feel translates to a workplace culture that values personalized guest interactions and team camaraderie. The Bluebird Kitchen Manager role here uniquely integrates community pride with operational leadership, contrasting with more corporate or volume-driven grocery chains.