Seasonal Kitchen Staff

Cinépolis Cinemas USA•Woodlands, WV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen staff will ensure consistency in food quality, prepare orders in a short period of time, and prepare menu items in accordance with established recipes and guidelines. All of this must be done while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanity working area.

Requirements

Must have at least 1 year of professional kitchen experience, culinary training preferred.
Experience should include dishwashing, prep/cook, and expediting experience.
ServSafe training certification preferred or must complete training and certification provided by Cinépolis prior to going on the line
Proficiency in kitchen operations and execution
Must have working knowledge of U.S. measurements, weight and volume
Ability to follow instructions on safe use of all chemical/cleaning materials
Must work effectively with supervisors and co-workers and with minimal supervision
Ability to meet deadlines- time management.
Ability to stand on feet for an extended period of time
Ability to walk, lift, twist, bend, reach, and handle food products on a frequent basis.
Good communication skills with support personnel and management and ability to work effectively with supervisors and co-workers in a high-volume setting.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations and issues in a positive manner

Nice To Haves

Culinary training preferred.
If does not meet experience requirements, position can start as a dishwasher and/or prep cook as an entry level with career growth potential.
Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus, but not a requirement

Responsibilities

Prepares menu items accurately and promptly when ordered through point of sale system.
Prepares dishes according to recipes to maintain quality and consistency throughout Cinepolis.
Cooks menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff to ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion.
Remakes items when instructed by a Supervisor or Manager.
Adheres to Food Handlers Safety guidelines including keeping all food items within safe temperatures, labeling all food correctly with dates, avoiding cross contamination by washing hands and using correct tools and surfaces.
Maintains order and cleanliness by washing dishes and cleaning work area during the shift and at the end of shift.
Keeps all kitchen areas stocked with dry products and prep materials and restocks dry goods consistently throughout shift and at end of shift.
Uses FIFO system to keep food fresh and eliminate waste.
Accurately maintains waste logs for all discarded items whether due to being expired or dishes made incorrectly/sent back.
Keeps supervisor and kitchen manager up to date on inventory levels.
Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
Works safely at all times including using cutting gloves, asking for assistance if needed with moving heavy items, or staying hydrated from heat.
Locks and secures food and equipment.
Follows all opening, mid and closing procedures.
Attends and participates in trainings and meetings.
Other duties as assigned.