Line Cook - Fast-Paced Theater Kitchen & Growth

cinemark; North Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; 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 is seeking a Line Cook to prepare items per approved recipes in a fast-paced theater environment. You’ll help deliver a timely, high-quality dining experience for guests while maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of food products.

The role requires energy, a friendly attitude, and strong teamwork to support servers and ensure accurate orders. Training and safety protocols are emphasized, with opportunities for growth within Cinemark’s culinary team.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 - excluding assembling/ disassembling the pizza dough sheeter if under 18
• 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 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

Job description

Cinemark is seeking a Line Cook to prepare items per approved recipes in a fast-paced theater environment. You’ll help deliver a timely, high-quality dining experience for guests while maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of food products.

The role requires energy, a friendly attitude, and strong teamwork to support servers and ensure accurate orders. Training and safety protocols are emphasized, with opportunities for growth within Cinemark’s culinary team.