The Assistant Kitchen Manager supports the Kitchen Manager in running all kitchen operations, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Role Overview
The Assistant Kitchen Manager is a key support role for the Kitchen Manager at Paragon Theaters, a company known for in‑theater dining. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high‑volume, fast‑paced setting and wants to develop leadership and operational skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Support: Assist in planning and organizing daily kitchen operations, including opening, mid‑shift, and closing activities.
- Staff Supervision: Supervise kitchen staff, coordinate tasks, and ensure efficient workflow while maintaining quality standards.
- Food Quality & Safety: Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to meet company quality standards; ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Training & Development: Train kitchen staff on cooking techniques, procedures, and safety protocols; support mentoring and cross‑training initiatives.
- Inventory & Procurement: Monitor inventory levels, assist in ordering supplies, and maintain proper stock rotation.
- Problem Solving: Help resolve kitchen‑related issues and conflicts among staff.
- Administrative Support: Assist with scheduling, payroll, performance evaluations, and other kitchen‑related administrative tasks.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Kitchen Manager to create and update menu items and support marketing efforts.
Qualifications & Skills
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or in a similar role.
- Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- In‑depth knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
- Proficiency with kitchen equipment and tools.
- Commitment to maintaining high‑quality food standards and fostering a positive kitchen culture.
Work Environment
Paragon Theater kitchens operate in a fast‑paced, high‑volume hospitality setting, often with peak service during movie showings. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
In summary: This role is for someone who can support kitchen operations, maintain quality and safety standards, train and mentor staff, and adapt quickly to the demands of a busy, movie‑theater dining environment.
Job Requirements:
- Must be 21 years old or older.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in kitchen or culinary operations.
- Minimum of 3 years of kitchen management experience in a casual-dining environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
- Ability to obtain required food safety certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
- Physical ability to stand, walk, lift, twist, and bend for extended periods.
- Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
** “We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary, bonus plan, and an extensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K plan and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.”
** 4–6-week MIT Training Program
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Work Location: In person
