Line Cook

Drafthouse; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free movies & food

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA benefits for full-time

Job summary

Drafthouse is seeking a Line Cook to join our Alamo Kitchen Crew. The role involves maintaining order in the kitchen, ensuring cleanliness, and supporting teammates to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Candidates must have experience in high-volume food environments and an active food handler certification.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in high-volume food production.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Active food handler certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas.
• Ensure efficient cleaning and sanitizing of kitchenware.
• Support preparation and delivery of food and beverage orders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Job description

Job Requirements

The Alamo Kitchen Crew, including our line cooks and dishwashers, are the heartbeat of our theaters. A successful Line Cook will ensure that everything is in order—from station prep to maintaining a clean kitchen.

As individual contributors who understand the importance of teamwork, our Kitchen Crew teammates put their best work forward every day while understanding and serving their role within the greater team to give our guests an excellent culinary experience.

OUR MISSION:

To ensure EVERY Guest and Teammate has an AWESOME experience and is excited to return.

WHAT WE OFFER:

HOURLY RANGE: $12/hour

• A fun workplace where you can be yourself and do great work!
• Free movies & food
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and voluntary benefits for full-time teammates

CORE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uphold standards of behavior as defined by the company's Core Values, Code of Conduct, and Operational Guidelines.
• Maintain the highest safety standards and follow protocols to keep teams and guests healthy; knowledgeable about Alamo policies and procedures.
• Clean, prep, organize, and maintain kitchen and dishwashing areas as needed and assigned.
• Ensure all dishes, cutlery, glassware, etc., are cleaned and sanitized efficiently to support the flow of food and drinks.
• Utilize tools such as measuring cups/spoons, scales, and other equipment required by Alamo kitchen protocols.
• Follow cleaning schedules, prep lists, station stocking guides, and other kitchen systems to control waste, production, and quality.
• Communicate needs, concerns, and important points regularly with teammates and managers.
• Support the delivery of food and beverage orders as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume food production environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Active food handler certification as per state requirements.
• Being an cinephile is a plus!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a kitchen environment with equipment like ovens, stoves, dishwashers, slicers, fryers, steamers, mixers, and knives. Expect frequent exposure to heat, steam, noise, and cleaning solutions.
• Ability to move cautiously and operate effectively in a busy, sometimes loud environment.

OUR CORE VALUES:

DO THE RIGHT THING

We strive to be a force of good in our company, industry, and world. We stand up for our beliefs, even when challenging. We start from kindness.

FOSTER COMMUNITY

We value each other's uniqueness and celebrate differences. We treat each other with respect, support passions, and help each other grow. We embrace healthy debate and reject intolerance. We extend this commitment beyond our theaters to the local community.

BOLDLY GO

Inspired by the Starship Enterprise crew, we seek new experiences and pursue innovation. We take risks, learn from mistakes, and continuously improve.

GIVE A SH!T

We are passionate about creating amazing experiences. We obsess over details and take pride in our work because it impacts our guests and teammates. Our pursuit of excellence drives us to do our best.