Kitchen Lead

Cinépolis Cinemas USA•Gaithersburg, MD

9d•$15 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

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! BASE PAY PLUS BONUS FOR BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITIONS $15.00 - $19.00 JOB DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT: Operations LOCATION: Theater REPORTS TO: General Manager JOB DUTIES • Assist the KM to provide direction, coaching and leadership for all BOH employees (including food preparation and production, safety and sanitation and company policies and procedures) • Delivers exceptional guest experience through execution of great food • Utilizes all tools necessary to ensure quality food is prepared to recipe specification within company approved ticket times • Ensure the freshness of food product through proper purchasing and product rotation, utilizing the FIFO method • Checks food storage and temperatures daily, records the temperatures on the log sheet and notifies maintenance of any issues • Communicated, implements, and follow up on all changes for food products and kitchen systems and procedures/ if applicable • Perform daily opening, mid and closing operation duties • Responsible for attending trainings for new menu items and training kitchen staff on proper preparation of new menu items • Other duties as assigned EDUCATION AND/OR SKILLS • 1 year of supervisory experience preferred • Food Certification required • Exceptional guest service orientation • Equally comfortable communicating and working with guests, peers, subordinates, vendors or partners • Standing, walking, lifting, twisting, bending and traversing stairs on a frequent basis • Availability to work during holidays, nights, and weekends • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Must act with integrity and lead by example WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a general office environment where typical levels of noise, dust, and activity can be expected. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be added at any time per the business needs. The employee may be asked to light lift 25lbs to 50lbs occasionally with assistance. 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. BENEFITS You are eligible to participate in Cinepolis's benefits if you are a full-time employee. Your benefits begin on the first of the month following 30 days from your hire date. Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Pet Insurance Travel Insurance Paid Time Off available for Full Time employees Holiday Pay Sick Pay available for Full and Part Time employees 401k OTHER COMPENSATION Tips available for tip eligible positions Overtime 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. Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas is a leading world-class cinema exhibitor that offers guests MORE THAN A MOVIE ™ Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas feature sophisticated interior décor with stylish lounge-style lobbies, spacious theater auditoriums with fully reclining leather seats, cutting-edge sound and projection technology, in-theater waiter service delivered by stealthy, ninja-like servers to ensure minimal movie disruption, and more. Our expanded gourmet menu showcases chef-driven selections featuring fresh ingredients, with gluten and vegan-friendly options available, and pairs perfectly with our full-service bar service pouring signature cocktails, imported and craft beers, and hand-selected wine offerings. Guests may expect everything from fresh bottomless butter popcorn, unique starters, our world famous Supremas, and popular favorites like Pretzel Sticks, gluten free pizza, flavorful tacos, sandwiches and gourmet burgers — all served at the push of a button from one’s seat.

Requirements

1 year of supervisory experience preferred
Food Certification required
Exceptional guest service orientation
Equally comfortable communicating and working with guests, peers, subordinates, vendors or partners
Standing, walking, lifting, twisting, bending and traversing stairs on a frequent basis
Availability to work during holidays, nights, and weekends
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must act with integrity and lead by example

Responsibilities

Assist the KM to provide direction, coaching and leadership for all BOH employees (including food preparation and production, safety and sanitation and company policies and procedures)
Delivers exceptional guest experience through execution of great food
Utilizes all tools necessary to ensure quality food is prepared to recipe specification within company approved ticket times
Ensure the freshness of food product through proper purchasing and product rotation, utilizing the FIFO method
Checks food storage and temperatures daily, records the temperatures on the log sheet and notifies maintenance of any issues
Communicated, implements, and follow up on all changes for food products and kitchen systems and procedures/ if applicable
Perform daily opening, mid and closing operation duties
Responsible for attending trainings for new menu items and training kitchen staff on proper preparation of new menu items
Other duties as assigned