LOOK Dine-In Cinemas: Kitchen Manager

Look Cinemas LLC; Brookhaven (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Free meals and movie tickets

Job summary

Look Cinemas LLC seeks a Back of House Manager to lead kitchen operations in our dine-in theater, driving quality, efficiency, and profitability. You will mentor staff, enforce recipes, safety standards, and inventory controls while coordinating with the general manager on cost-saving initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of high-volume hospitality management, strong leadership, culinary proficiency, and a passion for guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hospitality management in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills for guiding the team.
• Professional appearance and positive role model for others.
• Willingness to obtain Manager Safe Serve certification.
• Proficiency in culinary procedures, including prep and training.
• Experience with ordering, receiving, invoicing, and inventory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and drive profitability while ensuring smooth venue functions.
• Uphold company values, conduct guidelines, and safety standards.
• Ensure food quality, recipe adherence, portion controls, sanitation, and storage.
• Perform line checks, temperature logs, and coaching for team members.
• Control inventory and collaborate with the GM to maximize utilization.
• Drive menu rollouts, item rotation, and staff training for new items.
• Monitor ticket times to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
• Mentor kitchen staff and conduct shift and team meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality management

Culinary procedures

Inventory management

Team coaching

Safety & sanitation

Tools

Inventory procedures

Job description

Are you a movie lover who enjoys entertaining people and making a positive impact on others? Look no further! As a Back of House Manager, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the dynamic operations of a dine-in theater. You'll be an essential part of the venue's leadership team, working hard in the culinary field while also nurturing and developing your fellow team members. Taking charge of kitchen operations, your goal will be to enhance profits and ensure every aspect runs smoothly. Crafting exceptional and mouth-watering food will be your passion as you strive to create unforgettable experiences for our valued guests.

What You'll Do:

• Embrace and uphold the company's Core Values, Code of Conduct, and Operational Guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment, minimizing the risk of incidents, injuries, and food handling concerns.
• Set the bar high for food quality, meticulously adhering to recipes, conducting line checks, handling portion controls, ensuring outstanding cleanliness, organization, proper food storage, and sanitation standards.
• Conduct thorough line checks, temperature logs, and other necessary kitchen systems promptly, using them as coaching tools for team members.
• Ensure strict adherence to all LOOK recipes and procedures.
• Complete inventory management and continuously explore ways to reduce food costs.
• Ensure all team members embody LOOK Cinema's exceptional guest service standards.
• Oversee inventory and collaborate with the General Manager to optimize inventory utilization.
• Actively participate in core menu and Limited Time Offer (LTO) rollouts, including planning vital item rotation, depletion, additions, and team training.
• Regularly review ticket times, ensuring prompt and accurate preparation and delivery of all food orders to guests.
• Serve as a leader and mentor, maintaining effective communication among all kitchen roles and other staff members.
• Conduct necessary shift meetings and kitchen team meetings to keep the team prepared and engaged.

What You'll Need:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of hospitality management experience in a high-volume environment, preferably with previous dine-in theater management experience.
• Demonstrate vocal leadership and motivational skills to inspire and guide your team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and be a positive role model for others.
• Hold yourself and team members accountable to consistently meet dedication and behavior standards.
• Willingness to obtain any required Manager Safe Serve Certification.
• Proficiency in culinary procedures, including food preparation, cooking, and training.
• Experience with ordering, receiving, invoicing, and inventory procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (22 kg).
• Comprehensive understanding of all teammate functions.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits to support your well-being.
• Enjoy complimentary delicious food and watch movies on the big screen for free!
• Make a positive impact on your team's lives and create memorable guest experiences by being around happy and enthusiastic people.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Company will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, genetic information, uniformed service, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.