Kitchen Manager

Waukesha, WI, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $39,000.00 - $62,600.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

supportive work environment

Job Description

Marcus Theatres is a well-established and respected entertainment company known for providing exceptional movie experiences across the United States. The company operates a chain of modern cinemas that prioritize customer service and quality entertainment. Known for their commitment to excellence, Marcus Theatres combines state-of-the-art theatre technology with a strong emphasis on hospitality and guest satisfaction. The company's culture fosters a dynamic environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to a positive and engaging workplace. With a reputation built on delivering memorable experiences for moviegoers, Marcus Theatres continually seeks dedicated professionals to join their team and uphold these high standards across all operational areas.

The Kitchen Manager position at Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield is a pivotal role within their food service operations, responsible for overseeing and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food preparation, and staff supervision in the kitchen. This role demands a hands-on leader who will manage both banquet and restaurant kitchen duties, ensuring that all food items are prepared according to standardized recipes and that presentation meets company quality standards. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Kitchen Manager also oversees scheduling, inventory management, and the training and development of kitchen staff. This position is integral to sustaining efficient kitchen operations during theatre showtimes and banquet events by scheduling appropriate staffing levels and managing food orders proactively. The role requires a proactive approach to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices while fostering positive relationships with both management and kitchen associates. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in managing kitchen teams, and a demonstrated ability to maintain composure and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position provides an opportunity to contribute to a thriving entertainment venue, where culinary and customer service excellence go hand in hand, offering a rewarding work experience within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Job Requirements

Ability to obtain any government and hospitality required license or certificate
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or other combination of education, training or experience that provides required knowledge, skills and abilities
High school diploma preferred
Culinary or apprenticeship program preferred

Job Qualifications

Minimum of two years' experience in a supervisory and/or management position in a similar size operation
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point
Detail orientated with strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast paced kitchen environment
2-3 years as a lead cook experience
Above average working knowledge of accepted safety and sanitation standards
Extensive experience with slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors
Basic mathematical skills to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Willing and motivated to learn new skills, tasks, and software systems to meet changing industry demands
Ability to work long hours
Ability to stay calm under pressure or during difficult situations

Job Duties

Oversee and supervises daily line operation
Responsible for overall preparation all food items for banquet and restaurant use according to standard recipes
Visually inspects and sample all food for proper taste, color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal
Schedule appropriate number of staff according to daily needs for banquet functions, theatre show times, and weekly forecasts
Maintain kitchen inventory and order as needed
Perform daily duties including maintaining the open and closing checklist as well as other special projects
Supervise all assigned staff including training, counseling and discipline
Ensure proper ordering, receiving and storage of all food items in refrigerators, freezers and dry food storage to maintain product freshness
Maintain positive relationships with management and kitchen associates
Practice and enforce appropriate hand hygiene and glove use when necessary during food preparation activities, such as between handling raw meat and other foods, to prevent cross-contamination
Enforce that all food safety requirements as it relates to food preparation, handling and storing is followed by all kitchen associates