Prep Cook

Cinemark • Cypress, CA

438d

About The Position

The Prep Cook at Cinemark plays a crucial role in the kitchen operation, responsible for preparing quality food products using approved recipes. This position requires a culinary-minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about food. The Prep Cook must maintain cleanliness, adhere to health and safety regulations, and work collaboratively with the team to ensure accurate food orders and exceptional guest service.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Completes basic food handling training and obtains any local or state mandated certification, health card, or food handlers permit where required.
• Availability to work flexible hours which include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires regular and consistent attendance.
• Has an energetic and friendly attitude during each shift.
• Provides excellent guest service.
• Interpersonal skills include the ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all ages, genders, and personalities.
• Must be able to effectively and regularly converse in and comprehend English.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Ability to take and follow direction.
• Responds with a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all required items in accordance with approved recipes and portion controls.
• Follows and executes prep lists daily.
• Maintains cleanliness and proper storage of all food products in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintains policies and procedures to minimize food waste and theft.
• Collaborates with server team to ensure that food orders are accurate.
• Cleans food preparation area and equipment after each use.
• Responsible for opening or closing a workstation depending on scheduled shift.
• Provides a professional image at all times through proper Cinemark culinary attire.
• Ensures that standard operating procedures and all preventive maintenance, safety, sanitation are consistently achieved.
• Consistently wipes down and sanitizes employee and guest high-contact areas.
• Properly utilizes Personal Protective Equipment while completing position-specific tasks.
• Adapts to the frequency and scope of required cleaning tasks.
• Monitors safety and security issues and reports issues to management.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
• Education Level: No Education Listed