Line Cook

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an innovative cinema where culinary excellence meets creativity! As a vital member of the kitchen crew, you'll prepare and present delicious food while ensuring a clean and efficient workspace. This role promises a fun atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and the chance to work with high-quality ingredients. Your contributions will enhance the guest experience, making every visit memorable. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about food, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and be part of a community that values teamwork and creativity.

Benefits

Free Movies & Food

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a high-volume food production environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare guest food tickets focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain the highest safety standards and follow protocols.

Skills

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Active Food Handler Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Compensation Range:

$18.00 - $22.00

Location:

445 ALBEE SQUARE WEST, BROOKLYN, New York, 11201

The Alamo Kitchen Crew, which includes our line cooks and dishwashers, are the heartbeat of our theaters. As a teammate in the Alamo Kitchen, you’re responsible for food preparation while adhering to our high standards and recipes. A successful line cook will ensure everything is in order—from station prep to maintaining a clean kitchen. You’ll prepare our delicious recipes and plate them for presentation to our theater guests, adding the final touch to their Alamo experience.

As individual contributors who understand the importance of teamwork, our Kitchen Crew teammates give their best every day, understanding and serving their role within the larger team to deliver an exceptional culinary experience to our guests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 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 available for all full-time and part-time teammates

OUR MISSION:

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

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 our teams and guests healthy; be knowledgeable about all Alamo policies and procedures.
• Make food that looks and tastes delicious using high-quality ingredients.
• Organize and prepare guest food tickets based on approved operational processes, focusing on safety, quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Use tools such as measuring cups/spoons, scales, and other kitchen equipment according to protocols for all preparations.
• Follow cleaning schedules, prep lists, station stocking guides, and other kitchen systems to control food 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:

• 1+ years 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—early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays.
• Active food handler certification from the applicable state agency.
• 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. Exposure to heat, steam, fire, noise, and cleaning solutions is common.
• Ability to move cautiously and operate 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 the world. We stand up for our beliefs even when it’s hard. We approach everything with kindness.

FOSTER COMMUNITY
We value each other's uniqueness and celebrate our 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
Like the crew of the Starship Enterprise, 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 awesome experiences. We obsess over details and take pride in our work because it makes a difference to our guests and teammates. Our pursuit of excellence drives us to do our best.

Company: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema