Kitchen Assistant Manager

Location: Dash In - Chestnut Hill (Newark, DE)
Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Hours | Includes Some Nights, Weekends, & Holidays
Pay: $22–$27 per hour, plus an additional $1/hour for overnight shifts

Bring Your Passion for Food and People to Dash In!

At Dash In, we’re redefining convenience — and we need energetic leaders like you to make it happen. As a Kitchen Assistant Manager
, you’ll help lead our food service operations, create amazing guest experiences, and inspire a team that takes pride in great food and great service.

You’ll be hands‑on in the kitchen and the front line — guiding your team, keeping things running smoothly, and ensuring every guest leaves happy. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love coaching others, and want to grow your career with a company that values its people, this is the place for you.

• Lead the Kitchen Crew: Recruit, train, and motivate your team to deliver high‑quality food and outstanding guest service.
• Own the Operation: Oversee daily food prep, cleanliness, and safety compliance.
• Drive Results: Support store goals by managing inventory, controlling costs, and finding creative ways to boost sales.
• Delight Guests: Ensure consistent food quality and fast, friendly service that keeps customers coming back.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with store management, operations, and training teams to keep things running smoothly and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay Audit‑Ready: Maintain compliance with Dash In standards, safety regulations, and health inspections.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent — or the ability to complete an employer‑paid GED program; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in food service, retail, or operations.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Flexible schedule — able to work days, nights, weekends, or overnights as needed.
• Must be 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Serv Safe certification and financial management experience are a plus!

• You adapt easily to change and love solving problems.
• You lead with empathy and inspire teamwork.
• You deliver results and thrive on guest satisfaction.
• You’re decisive, proactive, and know how to get things done.

• Full‑time, up to 40 hours per week with some overtime as needed.
• Training and work are conducted onsite at your home store.

The Wills Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace for individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we ensure that all qualified individuals are given the necessary accommodations to perform the essential functions of their roles. We encourage open communication and collaboration to identify and implement reasonable accommodations that support the success of our employees while maintaining operational excellence.

Reasonable accommodations can be discussed during the hiring process.

Dash In is more than a convenience store — it’s a community‑focused brand on a mission to redefine convenience by elevating the experience. As part of the Wills Group family, Dash In serves customers at more than 55 locations across Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. We combine high‑quality food, fuel, and retail services to create a one‑stop destination for our guests, where freshly prepared food, top‑tier customer service, and a commitment to cleanliness and innovation come standard.

We are proud to be Great Place to Work Certified™ and recognized as one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail™, reflecting our dedication to creating an exceptional environment for both team members and guests.

• Financial Well‑being – Employer 401(k) with employer‑matched contribution up to 7% and financial planning assistance.
• Career Growth – Advancement opportunities in the Mid‑Atlantic Region.
• Employee Discounts – Free coffee and fountain beverages, plus discounts on fresh food and car washes. Enjoy discounts on theme parks, Broadway shows, concerts, travel,…