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Kitchen Manager (Carlsbad, CA)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

employee discount
Gifts for milestone anniversaries
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
flexible schedule
Career development opportunities
supportive work environment

Job Description

Cinepolis USA is a leading luxury cinema exhibitor that offers a refined movie-going experience through its distinctive theater concepts, "Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas" and "Movie House & Eatery." Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company operates 26 premium theaters across multiple states including California, Florida, New Jersey, Connecticut, Texas, Maryland, and Ohio. As part of the globally renowned Cinepolis International, the most popular movie theater exhibitor worldwide, Cinepolis USA combines innovation, hospitality, and a passion for film to provide exceptional experiences for movie lovers. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, positioning itself as a pioneer in the entertainment and hospitality industry.

The role available is a full-time, exempt management position based within the operations department at one of their theaters. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this position plays a critical role in ensuring exceptional food service and operational excellence behind the scenes. The offered base pay ranges from $70,000 to $75,000 annually, reflecting the importance of this leadership role within the organization.

As a Cinepolis team member, staff are valued highly and receive rewarding benefits including generous employee discounts on tickets, food, and nonalcoholic beverages, as well as gifts for reaching milestone work anniversaries. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture aligned with their core values.

The Kitchen Manager is tasked with providing strong leadership, coaching, and direction to the back-of-house (BOH) team, ensuring food preparation, safety, sanitation, and compliance with company policies are executed to the highest standards. This role requires hiring, training, and mentoring kitchen and concessions personnel to maintain cleanliness, follow recipes, and prepare quality food items within required ticket times. The Kitchen Manager ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, manages inventory using proper rotation methods, and monitors equipment operation and maintenance.

Exceptional guest experiences are emphasized through great food and beverage delivery, proactive management of guest interactions, and effective execution of private events designed to maximize sales and satisfaction. The manager coordinates weekly kitchen staff schedules based on theater occupancy forecasts, movie schedules, and employee availability to optimize operational efficiency.

Controlling food costs and usage is a key responsibility, alongside managing budget goals and company initiatives such as new menu item rollouts. The position demands a hands-on approach with physical activities including standing, walking, lifting, and bending frequently while working in a dynamic theater environment with varying noise levels and busy activity.

Cinepolis USA is committed to equal employment opportunity, valuing diversity and inclusion in their hiring practices. They welcome candidates who can bring expertise, leadership skills, and a guest-focused mindset to continue elevating the standard of luxury cinema hospitality. This role offers an exciting career opportunity for motivated professionals in culinary arts and restaurant management who thrive in fast-paced, high-quality service environments.

Job Requirements

  • 1-3 years of kitchen management required
  • culinary arts degree preferred
  • food manager certification required
  • proficient guest service, administrative and follow-up skills
  • comfortable communicating and working with guests, peers, subordinates, vendors or partners
  • intermediate to advanced understanding of food and beverage functions
  • advanced knowledge of food, health and safety regulations
  • availability to work during holidays, nights, and weekends with increased hours during peak times
  • ability to stand, walk, lift, twist, bend and traverse stairs frequently

Job Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of kitchen management experience
  • culinary arts degree preferred
  • food manager certification required
  • proficient guest service, administrative and follow-up skills
  • comfortable communicating and working with guests, peers, subordinates, vendors or partners
  • intermediate to advanced understanding of food and beverage functions
  • advanced knowledge of food, health and safety regulations
  • availability to work holidays, nights and weekends with increased hours during peak times
  • ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • proven leadership and motivational skills
  • displays professional appearance and positive role model behavior
  • strong written and verbal communication skills
  • strong decision-making skills
  • high guest satisfaction focus
  • resourceful problem-solving skills
  • self-motivated and results-driven
  • strong organizational and time management skills with multitasking and delegation ability
  • holds self and others accountable to high performance standards

Job Duties

  • Provide direction, coaching and leadership for all BOH employees including food preparation and production, safety and sanitation, and company policies and procedures
  • hire, coach, and train the kitchen staff to perform various assignments and handle the equipment
  • train kitchen and concessions personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices
  • ensure employee adherence to company policies and procedures in partnership with HRBP
  • utilize all tools necessary to ensure quality food is prepared to recipe specification within company-approved ticket times
  • ensure the freshness of food products through proper purchasing and product rotation, utilizing the FIFO method
  • check food storage and temperatures daily, record temperatures on log sheets, and notify maintenance of any issues
  • attend trainings for new menu items and train kitchen staff on proper preparation
  • communicate, implement, and follow up on all changes for food products and kitchen systems and procedures
  • check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
  • responsible for rollout of all company initiatives and new menu implementation
  • ensure daily opening, mid, and closing operation duties are completed daily
  • maintain kitchen equipment by following manufacturer instructions and contacting vendors for repairs
  • deliver exceptional guest experience through great food and drinks
  • practice proactive guest management by following empowerment policy and recognizing opportunities
  • assist managers and General Manager with FOH duties as necessary
  • schedule kitchen staff according to theater occupancy, movie schedule, and availability
  • execute private events to maximize sales and enhance guest experience
  • control food cost and usage following proper requisition, storage, recipes, and waste control
  • ensure successful delivery of daily and weekly budgets, goals, and objectives
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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