Full-Time Assistant Kitchen Manager

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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 activities

Assists with ordering supplies and inventory

Conducts regular line checks to ensure consistent efficiency and productivity

Responsible for assisting in hiring, training, managing, scheduling, and developing staff team members

When the Kitchen Manager is not present, the Assistant Kitchen Manager is expected to step-in and perform management duties as required

Maintains appropriate staffing pars by actively tracking labor and maintaining budgeted staffing expectations

Ensures equipment is cleaned daily and supplies are stored properly

Ensures that theatre Team Members follow the dress code

Learns and follows the policies and procedures as established in Cinemark’s Guidelines. Enforces these with all Team Members fairly and consistently

Reports 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 Protocol

All management members are held at a high work ethic standard and code of conduct

Leads or attends a mandatory Shift Huddle (team discussion) at the start of or during a shift

Conducts Wellness Checks on theatre Team Members on a daily basis

Performs the functions of Chief Clean & Safety Monitor during a shift, if assigned

Consistently 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 guidelines

Properly utilizes Personal Protective Equipment while completing position-specific tasks

Adapts to the frequency and scope of required cleaning tasks

Properly addresses any safety or security issues (trip hazards, lighting, suspicious persons, etc.)

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

What You Will Need to Have:

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School or G.E.D. graduate preferred

Minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience preferred

Completion of three basic courses (Management Foundations, Annual Certifications, and MAP Core) within Cinemark’s Management Accreditation Program

Completes basic food handling training and obtains any local or state mandated certification, health card, or food handlers permit where required

Management members who work with alcohol are required to complete a Safe Alcohol Service training program

Availability to work flexible hours which include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Requires regular and consistent attendance

Has an energetic and friendly attitude during each shift

Provides excellent Guest service

Accurate cash handling and basic math skills

Interpersonal 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 English

Ability to work in a team environment and independently

Ability to take and follow direction

Responds with a sense of urgency

Knowledgeable in safely handling kitchen equipment and maintaining supplies and equipment

Ability to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature, presentation, and preparation

Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail

Ability to recruit, train, and lead others

Must be able to resolve conflict

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

What Physical and Environmental Requirement You Will Need to Have:

Frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Frequent standing, walking and reaching

Ability to carry, push, and pull objects

Noise level may be moderate to high at times

Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time

Benefits 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 Discount 401(k) Matching* Growth Opportunities Education Assistance* Health Benefits* Parental Leave* Paid Time Off* Daily Pay* Free Movies* * Benefits may vary by career category, so be sure to check the specific details on our career site.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Cinemark and is not a legally binding contract. Cinemark reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be implemented even though they have not been communicated, reprinted or substituted in this job description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All Cinemark theatres are designated smoke-free workplaces. This includes vapor, electronic, conventional, cigars, etc.

Cinemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range: 17.00 - 17.25