Full-Time Assistant Kitchen Manager

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Role Summary:

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