Executive Kitchen Manager - High-Volume Culinary Leader

Harkins Theatres; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harkins Theatres in Buckeye, AZ seeks a Cinema and Entertainment Center Executive Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume kitchen, manage budget, inventories, labor, and production while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

You will recruit, train, and mentor culinary staff, oversee line checks, schedule labor, and partner with the GM on the P&L. ServSafe certification and a culinary degree preferred; 3+ years of management experience required.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain it.
• At least 3 years of Culinary Management experience, with at least 2 years as an Executive Chef.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major.

Responsibilities

• Represents Harkins’ culture when communicating with guests; respond to guest concerns within standards.
• Lead each shift to create an efficient, productive kitchen environment while controlling cost of goods.
• Run high-volume service periods to ensure food quality and presentation meets standards.
• Perform line checks and facility walks with proper follow-up and documentation; participate in health inspections.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations; open/close line to company standards; ensure cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food safety

Cost control

Payroll & scheduling

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts / Hospitality

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Harkins Theatres in Buckeye, AZ seeks a Cinema and Entertainment Center Executive Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume kitchen, manage budget, inventories, labor, and production while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

You will recruit, train, and mentor culinary staff, oversee line checks, schedule labor, and partner with the GM on the P&L. ServSafe certification and a culinary degree preferred; 3+ years of management experience required.