Kitchen Production Crew (Seasonal)

Alamo Drafthouse • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Production Crew is part of the Alamo Drafthouse theater’s kitchen team, preparing food according to recipes and maintaining the company’s standards for service, presentation, and prompt delivery. The role supports the team in providing guests with a positive culinary experience, from station setup and food preparation to maintaining kitchen health and safety standards.

This seasonal role may work across stations such as dish, prep, fry, salad, grill, and pizza. It also involves cleaning and maintaining equipment and dishwashing areas, restocking supplies, completing prep and sidework, and supporting food and beverage order organization and delivery. The position requires attention to food safety, allergy and cross-contamination protocols, hygiene, and local regulations. It is a tip-shared role in specified venues, with 20% of the total tips allocated to the BOH and 80% split among the FOH.

Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a shift.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, at least three days a week, including at least one weekend day.
• Ability to move cautiously and work in a busy, sometimes loud environment.
• Keep up to date with local food compliance regulations, safety courses, and assigned online training.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to climb stairs.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate menu items according to recipes and specifications.
• Train and work at different kitchen stations as assigned, including dish, prep, fry, salad, grill, and pizza.
• Clean, organize, and maintain equipment and dishwashing areas, including recurring deep-cleaning tasks and daily sidework checklists.
• Prepare guest food orders using approved operational processes, with attention to safety, quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Restock supplies, complete prep and sidework, and assist with other tasks needed for efficient service.
• Support the delivery and organization of food and beverage orders as needed.
• Follow company standards of behavior, Core Values, and Operational Guidelines.
• Maintain food safety and health standards in accordance with company processes and local regulations, including allergy and cross-contamination protocols.
• Use the proper equipment for all food preparation, including measuring cups and spoons, scales, and other tools required by operational protocols.
• Follow kitchen cleaning, preparation, and stocking schedules to control food waste and maintain production and food quality.
• Communicate kitchen needs, concerns, and urgent matters to relevant teammates and managers.
• Maintain a positive and respectful workplace.
• Follow handwashing and hygiene practices.

Benefits

• Free movies and food
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and voluntary benefits are available to full-time and part-time teammates

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed