Kitchen Staff

Cinépolis Cinemas USA•Gaithersburg, MD

7d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Staff member prepares menu items accurately and promptly according to established recipes and guidelines, ensuring consistent food quality and a clean, safe working area. The role works with other kitchen staff to prepare and deliver food in a timely manner and accommodate guest requests when approved by management. It reports to the Kitchen Manager and is part of Theater Operations. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

At least one year of professional kitchen experience, including dishwashing, preparation/cooking, and expediting experience; applicants who do not meet the experience requirement may start in an entry-level dishwasher and/or prep cook role.
Proficiency in kitchen operations and execution.
Working knowledge of U.S. measurements, weights, and volumes.
Ability to follow instructions for the safe use of chemical and cleaning materials.
Ability to work effectively with supervisors and coworkers, including with minimal supervision and in a high-volume setting.
Time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations positively.
Good communication skills with support personnel and management.
Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently walk, lift, twist, bend, reach, and handle food products.
Flexible availability, including holidays and weekends.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds and, with assistance, occasionally lift 25 to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Culinary training.
ServSafe training certification; if not already certified, training and certification provided by Cinépolis must be completed before working on the line.
Bilingual Spanish and English skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare menu items accurately and promptly when ordered through the point-of-sale system, and make only items ordered through that system.
Accommodate special requests when possible with management approval.
Prepare dishes according to recipes and work with kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food in a timely manner.
Remake items when instructed by a supervisor or manager.
Follow food-handler safety guidelines, including maintaining safe food temperatures, labeling food with dates, washing hands, and preventing cross-contamination through proper tools and surfaces.
Wash dishes and clean the work area during and at the end of shifts.
Stock kitchen areas with dry products and preparation materials, and restock throughout and at the end of shifts.
Use the FIFO system to maintain food freshness and reduce waste.
Maintain accurate waste logs for discarded, expired, incorrectly made, or returned items.
Keep the supervisor and Kitchen Manager informed about inventory levels.
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
Work safely, including using cutting gloves, seeking help when moving heavy items, and staying hydrated in hot conditions.
Lock and secure food and equipment; follow opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures.
Attend and participate in trainings and meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.