Kitchen Manager

AMC Theatres•Wyomissing, PA

5d•$19 - $20

About The Position

As a Kitchen Manager at AMC, you blend leadership, operational excellence, and culinary passion to deliver quality guests can taste. By building a team rooted in AMC’s values—Ownership, Communication, Leadership, and Belonging—you’ll help ensure every bite reflects AMC’s mission to Make Movies Better. You supervise and support back-of-house associates, uphold food quality and safety standards, manage preparation and inventory processes, and maintain kitchen equipment and cleanliness. You also support the General Manager or Senior Manager in achieving food-and-beverage guest service and financial goals. The role includes leading, developing, and training crew and supervisors, fostering an inclusive environment, and communicating effectively with team members, guests, vendors, and corporate partners in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. The stated compensation is $19.00–$20.00 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and business needs.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old; other location-specific age requirements may apply.
Six months of food handling experience.
Six months of supervisory or commensurate leadership experience.
Ability to obtain any required food or alcohol service licenses or certifications; AMC provides them.
Ability to stand, walk, lift, twist, and bend frequently, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry it up to 90 feet, or deposit it into a dumpster or trash compactor, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a guest-focused business such as retail, a restaurant, or hospitality.
Demonstrated analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to consistently deliver results with minimal supervision.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite and theatre-specific systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support back-of-house associates to ensure consistent execution of kitchen tasks and high food quality.
Ensure AMC recipes and presentation standards are followed for all food items.
Conduct and review twice-daily line checks for food-safe temperatures, ingredient quality, and readiness for volume.
Generate and oversee daily prep lists so prepared products are available on time.
Ensure frozen items are thawed safely using the pull-thaw process.
Complete and record twice-daily kitchen menu reviews.
Ensure two-stage cooling procedures are followed and properly recorded for applicable prepared food.
Place orders using inventory management tools, including suggestive ordering and receiving logs, and maintain par levels using prep lists and order guides.
Maintain food cost within budget using inventory-system tools.
Ensure sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety protocols are followed, including completing Food Safety Self Audits.
Maintain kitchen equipment and cleanliness according to manufacturer instructions, train staff in proper equipment use, and coordinate repairs with vendors.
Keep all kitchen areas clean, safe, and in good repair for associates and guests.
Support the General Manager or Senior Manager in achieving food-and-beverage guest service and financial goals.
Complete other functions and assignments as assigned by the General Manager or Senior Manager, where applicable.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance according to AMC’s Management Work Schedule Policy.
Uphold AMC’s Business Practice Standards and established company policies and procedures.
Model AMC’s values with a professional, positive demeanor and leadership grounded in ownership and integrity.
Follow AMC’s appearance standards, including Wardrobe 101.
Foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and respected.
Address concerns promptly and directly, and speak up to support a safe, respectful, and accountable environment.
Lead teams and use available resources to meet goals and deliver a strong guest and team experience.
Guide and develop crew and supervisors so they can perform their roles with excellence and confidence.
Communicate effectively by listening and collaborating with supervisors, peers, subordinates, guests, vendors, and corporate partners.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and performance engagement, and complete a training and development plan to support continued leadership growth.

Benefits

Accrued vacation and absentee time.
Premium pay for working on 12 company-designated holidays.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Free, confidential access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) match.
Daily free popcorn and discounts on food and drinks, excluding alcoholic beverages.
Special savings on AMC gift cards.
Free movies at any AMC nationwide and up to two friends-and-family movie passes.
Opportunities to build communication, leadership, and time-management skills.
Career advancement paths.