Kitchen Support

Cinemark USA, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

401(k) Matching*

Growth Opportunities

Education Assistance*

Health Benefits

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Free Movies

Job summary

Cinemark USA, Inc. is hiring for a Kitchen Support role in Newport News, VA. You will support the team, prepare items per recipes, and maintain cleanliness to ensure safety and high-quality dining experiences for guests.

Ideal candidates are energetic, team-oriented, and able to communicate clearly in English. This position offers growth into culinary roles within Cinemark and requires availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Completes basic food handling training and obtains any local or state mandated certification, health card, or food handlers permit where required.
• Team Members who work with alcohol are required to complete a Safe Alcohol Service training program.
• Availability to work flexible hours which include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires regular and consistent attendance.
• Must be able to effectively and regularly converse in and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Brings a passion for food and an energetic and fun attitude daily.
• Prepares all required items for line 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, theft, and ensures proper food storage, food requisitions, safety, and sanitation.
• Cleans food preparation area and equipment after each use.
• Communicates well with team members to ensure guests receive an extraordinarily memorable dining experience.
• Provides a professional image at all times through proper Cinemark culinary attire.
• Ensures that standard operating procedures and all preventative 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 or security issues and reports issues to management.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Skills

Food handling

Guest service

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Job description

A career at Cinemark means you'll have epic opportunities to immerse yourself in our industry. But that's just the beginning — a front row seat means incredible growth as you bring new ideas to life to create an unforgettable experience for movie lovers worldwide.

Role Summary

In the Kitchen Support position, you will be supporting the team to contribute to strong execution of duties and provide a memorable Guest experience. This individual should possess high energy, be outgoing, and be a quality driven team player. Kitchen Support employees are provided with the opportunity to pursue culinary growth in the future.

Responsibilities

• Brings a passion for food and an energetic and fun attitude daily
• Prepares all required items for line 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, theft, and ensures proper food storage, food requisitions, safety, and sanitation
• Cleans food preparation area and equipment after each use
• Communicates well with Team Members to ensure Guests receive an extraordinarily memorable dining experience
• Provides a professional image at all times through proper Cinemark culinary attire
• Ensures that standard operating procedures and all preventative 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 or security issues (trip hazards, lighting, suspicious persons, etc.) and reports issues to management
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

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
• Team Members who work with alcohol are required to complete a Safe Alcohol Service training program
• 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

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Frequent standing, walking and reaching around the theater. Noise level may be moderate to high at times. Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.

Benefits Available

• Employee Discount
• 401(k) Matching*
• Growth Opportunities
• Education Assistance*
• Health Benefits
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Daily Pay
• Free Movies

*Benefits may vary by career category, so be sure to check the specific details on our career site.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Cinemark and is not a legally binding contract. Cinemark reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be implemented even though they have not been communicated, reprinted or substituted in this job description. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All Cinemark theatres are designated smoke-free workplaces. This includes vapor, electronic, conventional, cigars, etc.

Cinemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range: 13.77 - 15.59