Server

Cinépolis Cinemas USA; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on tickets, food and

Gifts for reaching milestone work ann.

Job summary

Cinépolis USA in Texas seeks a Server to deliver stellar guest experiences by taking orders, relaying to the kitchen, and serving meals with care. You will be the crucial link between guests and the kitchen, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

The role requires upselling, alcohol service, POS proficiency, and a positive, collaborative attitude in a fast-paced cinema environment. Prior serving experience plus ServSafe/food handling/alcohol certs are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Minimum 1 year of full‑service serving experience.
• ServSafe, Food Handler’s and Alcohol certifications required.
• Ability to work with a POS system and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Be proactive greeting guests in the theater before they request service.
• Take orders accurately and relay to kitchen for preparation.
• Suggest promotions, addons, or upsell while familiar with menu and Cinépolis offerings.
• Greet guests and bid farewell to guests whenever possible.
• Handle payments and ensure a smooth guest experience with minimal interruptions.
• Participate in trainings and meetings and complete opening/mid/closing procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

ServSafe

Food Handler’s

Alcohol certifications

Tools

Vista POS System

Job description

CINÉPOLIS CAREERS

Cinépolis USA is a luxury cinema exhibitor offering enhanced movie-going experiences through our “Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas” and “Movie House & Eatery” theater concepts. Based in Dallas, we operate 26 luxury and premium theaters across California, Florida, New Jersey, Connecticut, Texas, Maryland, and Ohio, with plans to expand further. As part of Cinépolis International, the most popular movie theater exhibitor globally, we are dedicated to innovation, film, and hospitality worldwide.

AS A CINÉPOLIS TEAM MEMBER, YOU ARE WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT TO US!

Our team members enjoy a generous employee discount on tickets, food, and nonalcoholic beverages, and they also receive gifts for reaching milestone work anniversaries!

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY A Server’s main goal is to provide stellar service for guests, ensuring an indulging experience that keeps them eager to return. Servers provide the vital link between guests and the kitchen. They accurately take food and beverage orders, relay orders to kitchen for preparation, and deliver prepared food to guests while providing superior guest service.

JOB DUTIES

• Be proactive with greeting all guests in the theater before they request for service.
• Answer Plex Call System in a timely manner to further assist guests.
• Embody Nice and Amazing Service by following all In Seat Dining procedures.
• Guide guests through the menu and suggest promotions, addons, or upselling, demonstratingknowledge of menu and Cinepolis offerings.
• Greet guests and say goodbye to guests whenever possible.
• Demonstrate Passion, Commitment, and Integrity at all times by running food and beverages, bussingtrays and cleaning seats, and helping other team members whenever possible.
• Ensure all food orders are inputted rapidly and accurately in point of sale system and check back withguests to ensure they have received their orders and everything they need to enjoy their meal.
• Obtain a credit card when order is placed to ensure payment and to create a smooth experience for guestswith limited disruptions later into the film.
• Process all payments correctly and responsibility and returning to guests at appropriate time to limitdisruptions to the films.
• Implement alcohol service and safety training, including not over serving an intoxicated guest and donot hesitate to ask for management intervention if necessary.
• Process daily server paperwork accurately and timely.
• Check patrons’ identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements forconsumption of alcoholic beverages.
• Navigate guest complaints and assist with requests or direct them to proper resource if unable to assist.
• Assist with crowd control and seating of guests as needed.
• Cognizant of issues with movie projections-communicating with management or theprojectionist when issues arise.
• Inform management of guest complaints and or maintenance requests.
• Complete all opening, mid and closing procedures- including but not limited to side work.
• Attend and participate in trainings and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1+ years of full service serving experience.
• ServSafe, Food Handler’s and Alcohol certifications required.
• Standing, walking, lifting, twisting, traversing stairs and bending on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work with Vista Point of Sale System and perform basic math.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with employees, guests, and management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is organized and able to prioritize in a fast paced and constantly changing environment while maintaining a smile and positive attitude.
• Great communication skills with the ability to handle difficult and stressful situations and issues in a positive manner.
• Have integrity and can be counted on to the right thing.
• Flexible working hours including holidays and weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, you will walk, bend, and stand for periods of time. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee may be asked to light lift 25lbs to 50lbs occasionally with assistance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a theater environment where typical levels of noise, dust and activity can be expected. The noise level in the work environment is typical for cinemas and can vary from moderate to high depending on areas of premise. Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be added at any time per the business needs.

Cinépolis USA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Cinepolis is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.