Event Cinemas Castle Hill_Gold Class Kitchen Manager

EVT Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Event Cinemas Castle Hill is seeking a Gold Class Kitchen Manager to lead the new Gold Class kitchen, delivering hot, high-quality meals that enhance every guest's movie-going experience. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations, food quality, stock management, and team development while ensuring every dish leaving the pass meets our standards.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced service environment, enjoys leading from the front, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on leadership in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Experience with food safety and HACCP standards.
• Ability to manage stock and inventory levels effectively.
• Ability to coach and develop kitchen team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Gold Class kitchen.
• Ensure meals are prepared, presented and served to company standards.
• Maintain recipe compliance and product consistency.
• Support efficient, high-quality service during busy periods.
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised and guest-ready.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Leadership

Inventory control

Job description

Event Cinemas Castle Hill is on the hunt for a Gold Class Kitchen Manager for our new and exciting experience. As our Kitchen Manager, you'll lead the team behind our Gold Class kitchen, delivering hot, high-quality meals that enhance every guest's movie-going experience. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations, food quality, stock management, and team development while ensuring every dish leaving the pass meets our standards.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced service environment, enjoys leading from the front, and takes pride in consistency, presentation, and quality.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Gold Class kitchen.
• Ensure all meals are prepared, presented and served to company standards.
• Maintain recipe compliance and product consistency across all menu items.
• Support efficient, high-quality service during busy trading periods.
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised and guest-ready at all times.

Food Safety & Compliance

• Champion food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Ensure all team members are following safe food handling practices.
• Maintain cleaning schedules, operational logs and food safety records.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and operational procedures.
• Lead, coach and develop kitchen team members.
• Create a positive, supportive and high-performing team culture.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and ongoing training.
• Set clear expectations and ensure team members have the tools to succeed.

Inventory & Stock Control

• Manage stock ordering and inventory levels.
• Receive and check deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Complete stocktakes and monitor wastage to improve efficiency and performance.
• Support cost control through effective stock management and ordering practices.

Commercial Performance

• Support achievement of food cost and labour targets.
• Monitor COGS, stock variances and wastage.
• Drive operational efficiencies while maintaining food quality standards.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes and the overall guest experience.

No two days are the same. From blockbuster openings and private events to busy Gold Class sessions, you'll play a key role in delivering premium food experiences that are remembered long after the credits roll.