Full-Time Assistant Kitchen Manager

cinemark; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

401(k) Matching

Growth Opportunities

Education Assistance

Health Benefits

Job summary

Cinemark is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support the Kitchen Manager in running all kitchen and back-of-house operations. You will lead the kitchen team, ensure proper food preparation, and maintain a clean, safe environment in a fast-paced theater setting.

The role requires the ability to manage staffing, training, and scheduling, while controlling labor costs and inventory. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred, and safety protocols must be followed daily.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Completion of Cinemark's Management Accreditation Program courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the kitchen team in performing all food preparation activities.
• Assist with ordering supplies and inventory.
• Conduct regular line checks for efficiency and productivity.
• Help in hiring, training, scheduling and developing staff.
• Step in for Kitchen Manager when needed.

Skills

Kitchen supervision

Interpersonal skills

Cash handling

Time management

Team leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

MAP Core / Management Accreditation Program courses

Tools

MAP Core

Job description

Apply in ~60 SecondsJoin Our Team:A career at Cinemark means you'll have epic opportunities to immerse yourself in our industry. But that's just the beginning - a front row seat means incredible growth as you bring new ideas to life to create an unforgettable experience for movie lovers worldwide.Role Summary:The Assistant Kitchen Manager will report to the Kitchen Manager and assist in running all kitchen and back of house operations. As a leader in the kitchen, you are a culinary expert who keeps our kitchens in pristine operating conditions. We are a company that strives off excellence and has a culture that shares a common desire to serve one another in a professional, fast-paced environment.A Day in the Life of an Assistant Kitchen Manager:The essential duties and responsibilities of an Assistant Kitchen Manager include, but are not limited to the following:Assists in leading the kitchen team in performing all food preparation activitiesAssists with ordering supplies and inventoryConducts regular line checks to ensure consistent efficiency and productivityResponsible for assisting in hiring, training, managing, scheduling, and developing staff team membersWhen the Kitchen Manager is not present, the Assistant Kitchen Manager is expected to step-in and perform management duties as requiredMaintains appropriate staffing pars by actively tracking labor and maintaining budgeted staffing expectationsEnsures equipment is cleaned daily and supplies are stored properlyEnsures that theatre Team Members follow the dress codeLearns and follows the policies and procedures as established in Cinemark's Guidelines. Enforces these with all Team Members fairly and consistentlyReports all Employee relations issues to the General Manager and/or Restaurant General Manager (In the absence of the GM/RGM, management should report Employee relations issues to www.convercent.com)All management members must follow the Employee Relations Reporting ProtocolAll management members are held at a high work ethic standard and code of conductLeads or attends a mandatory Shift Huddle (team discussion) at the start of or during a shiftConducts Wellness Checks on theatre Team Members on a daily basisPerforms the functions of Chief Clean & Safety Monitor during a shift, if assignedConsistently identifies and sanitizes high contact areas within and around the dining area (restaurant, lounge, bar, auditorium, and patio areas)Consistently ensures and promotes adherence of proper social distancing guidelinesProperly utilizes Personal Protective Equipment while completing position-specific tasksAdapts to the frequency and scope of required cleaning tasksProperly addresses any safety or security issues (trip hazards, lighting, suspicious persons, etc.)Performs other work-related duties as assignedWhat You Will Need to Have:Must be at least 18 years of ageHigh School or G.E.D. graduate preferredMinimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience preferredCompletion of three basic courses (Management Foundations, Annual Certifications, and MAP Core) within Cinemark's Management Accreditation ProgramCompletes basic food handling training and obtains any local or state mandated certification, health card, or food handlers permit where requiredManagement members who work with alcohol are required to complete a Safe Alcohol Service training programAvailability to work flexible hours which include evenings, weekends, and holidaysRequires regular and consistent attendanceHas an energetic and friendly attitude during each shiftProvides excellent Guest serviceAccurate cash handling and basic math skillsInterpersonal skills include the ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all ages, genders, and personalities. Must be able to effectively and regularly converse in and comprehend EnglishAbility to work in a team environment and independentlyAbility to take and follow directionResponds with a sense of urgencyKnowledgeable in safely handling kitchen equipment and maintaining supplies and equipmentAbility to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature, presentation, and preparationExcellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detailAbility to recruit, train, and lead othersMust be able to resolve conflictBilingual English/Spanish preferredWhat Physical and Environmental Requirement You Will Need to Have:Frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.Frequent standing, walking and reachingAbility to carry, push, and pull objectsNoise level may be moderate to high at timesBe able to work in a standing position for extended periods of timeBenefits Available:At Cinemark, we believe every team member should feel like a hero. Each career comes with a variety of blockbuster benefits for both hourly and salaried team members.Employee Discount401(k) Matching*Growth OpportunitiesEducation Assistance*Health Benefits*P