Seasonal Kitchen Prep & Dishwasher — Flexible Hours

Cinépolis Cinemas USA; Laguna Niguel (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on tickets and food

Milestone gifts for anniversaries

Job summary

Cinépolis USA is hiring for a Kitchen Team Member in a luxury cinema setting. The role reports to the Kitchen Manager and supports the Operations department by preparing menu items, maintaining quality, and ensuring food safety throughout each shift.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to recipes, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent guest service. Flexible hours including holidays and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of professional kitchen experience; culinary training preferred.
• Dishwashing, prep/cooking, and expediting experience preferred.
• ServSafe training certification preferred or provided by Cinépolis.
• Proficiency in kitchen operations and execution.
• Working knowledge of U.S. measurements, weight and volume.
• Follow instructions on safe use of cleaning materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items accurately and promptly via POS system.
• Cook items in cooperation with kitchen staff to ensure timely, high-quality results.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace during and after shifts.
• Handle food safely and maintain proper temperatures; avoid cross-contamination.
• Adhere to opening, mid, and closing procedures; participate in trainings.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Customer service

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

Cinépolis USA is hiring for a Kitchen Team Member in a luxury cinema setting. The role reports to the Kitchen Manager and supports the Operations department by preparing menu items, maintaining quality, and ensuring food safety throughout each shift.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to recipes, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent guest service. Flexible hours including holidays and weekends are required.