Job Details: Job Location: Shepherd of the Hills Development LLC - Branson, MO, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Position Summary The Dinner Theater Culinary Support will play a crucial role in ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently by preparing ingredients and supporting the culinary staff. The Dinner Theater Culinary Support will be responsible for washing, chopping, and measuring ingredients, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, and assisting chefs in daily food preparation tasks. This role also supports the beverage station (preparing and serving drinks), plates and serves food to guests, assists with clearing and bussing dishes, and helps prepare the theater/dining area ahead of shows, including transporting food between kitchen areas as needed.   Essential Functions The following duties are considered essential to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Prepare and measure ingredients according to recipes and kitchen instructions Wash, peel, chop, and slice vegetables, fruits, and other food items Maintain cleanliness and organization of the prep area and kitchen stations Assist chefs with food preparation tasks as needed to ensure timely meal service Ensure all food products meet quality and safety standards prior to use Properly store and label ingredients to maintain freshness and prevent contamination Dispose of kitchen waste responsibly and keep workspaces sanitized. Fill in and provide coverage across restaurant and dinner theater areas as assigned or directed by managers. Prepare beverages including lemonade, iced tea, and other drink items according to standard recipes  Fill cups with ice and beverages Serve beverages to guests in a timely, courteous manner Maintain cleanliness and stock levels at the beverage station throughout service Plate prepared food items according to portion and presentation standards Serve plated food to guests in a timely, courteous manner Communicate with kitchen and service staff to ensure orders are accurate and timed correctly Clear and scrape dishes from tables/theater promptly after guest service/show Return dishes, glassware, and utensils to appropriate wash stations Assist with resetting and preparing the theater/dining area ahead of shows, including tables, place settings, and general readiness of the space Safely operate and handle kitchen knives, slicers, and other food preparation equipment Perform other duties assigned in support of the essential operations. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Required Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role preferred. Must be 18 years old Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Current Food Handler Card/Certification required (or must be obtained within [X] days of hire, per state/local requirements). Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Good physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods. Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Must successfully pass a criminal background check in accordance with company policy. Uniform/appearance standards. Preferred Previous experience as a Server, cook, and or dishwasher within the restaurant industry is preferred. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards is an advantage.