VIP Kitchen (Queensway, Etobicoke)

Cineplex Entertainment LP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Cineplex VIP Cinemas is hiring a VIP Kitchen Staff member to support the Back-of-House Manager in delivering premium food and hospitality in an adults-only environment. You will help set up stations, prep ingredients, and ensure every plate meets standards of quality and presentation for a memorable guest experience.

Candidates should bring a positive attitude, strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work quickly in a busy setting.

Qualifications

• Must have positive attitude and excellent communication
• Understanding of how food prep affects guest experience
• Demonstrated problem solving in fast-paced environments
• Previous kitchen staff experience
• Basic math skills and ability to use a computer
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist with bartending tasks for extended periods
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Food Service Preparation - Set up and stock stations with ingredients
• Food Service Execution - Maintain high food quality and plating, timely orders
• Food Safety and Organization - Follow sanitation standards and manage inventory
• Kitchen Leadership - Maintain positive professional team dynamics

Skills

Positive attitude

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Experience in kitchen

Math skills

Computer literacy

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

What you will do: What you will do:

Cineplex VIP Cinemas is changing the movie-going experience in an exciting and innovative manner. Featuring licensed lounges, luxurious reserved seats, and great food, Cineplex VIP Cinemas offers guests an exceptional service experience in an adults-only environment. Our well-stocked bar offers cocktails, martinis, beer and wine selections. Our diverse menu includes popular selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts. The wide variety of VIP food and drink contribute to Cineplex’s ranking as one of the top 15 food and beverage providers in Canada. As a rapidly expanding area of Cineplex’s business, the Cineplex VIP Cinemas offers exciting food and beverage career opportunities for energetic, experienced individuals who are looking for growth and development in the food and beverage industry. Right now Cineplex is looking for dynamic VIP Kitchen Staff As a VIP Kitchen Staff Member you support the Back-of-House Manager in leading the food service experience in your location. Our Kitchen Staff Members are passionate about food and hospitality, and look to bring their experience towards providing an intimate and sophisticated night out through their food preparation.

Key responsibilities:

• Food Service Preparation - Set up and stock stations with all necessary ingredients (e.g. chopping vegetables, preparing meat, or preparing sauces)
• Food Service Execution - Ensure high standard of food quality and follow to plating specifications, ensure that orders come out in excellent quality and promptly
• Food Safety and Organization - Comply with different kitchen standards such as nutrition, sanitation, and safety standards, ensure cleanliness of kitchen maintain stock inventory
• Kitchen Leadership - maintain a positive and professional approach with the team and staff

Requirements:

• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Superior understanding of how food preparation relates to delivering an exceptional Guest Experience
• Proven problem solving and quick-thinking skills in fast-paced situations
• Proven working experience as a kitchen staff
• Math skills and computer literacy
• Extended periods of time standing, walking, bending, carrying and assisting with bartending tasks
• A flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends and holidays

Health & Safety:

Management will be held accountable for the Health & Safety of all employees under their supervision. Management is responsible to ensure that machinery and equipment are safe and that employees work in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures. Employees must receive adequate training in their specific work tasks to protect their health and safety. All reported injuries that meet reporting requirements must be reported immediately to the General Manager and the Health & Safety Manager.

Inclusion & Diversity:

Cineplex, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are equal opportunity employers with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable.

Accessibility:

We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment oporunities. If you require accommodation at any stage of our hiring process (application, interviews, assessments, and placement), please contact us at 416-323-6600 or via email at [e-mail]. While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Use of AI:

We use AI-assisted tools to help us review applications and support parts of the recruitment process. However, every application is reviewed by our HR team, and all hiring decisions are made by our people, not by AI. This is a new position and is being actively recruited for. While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Inclusion & Diversity:

Cineplex, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are equal opportunity employers with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable.

Accessibility:

We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation at any stage of our hiring process (application, interviews, assessments, and placement), please contact us at 416-323-6600 or via email at [e-mail]. While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wage ($): $16.90 (reserved for student hiring rate only) - $17.95CAD

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