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Join the Coolest Team in Elmira!
For over 50 years, King Kone has been part of family traditions – birthday celebrations, little league victories, first dates, summer evenings, and countless memories shared with friends and family. We don’t just serve ice cream—we create experiences and memories for our community that keep customers coming back year after year.
We’re always looking for dependable, friendly people who want to be part of that tradition. Whether this is your first job or you’re looking to gain valuable customer service experience, you’ll learn skills in customer service, teamwork, communication, leadership, and responsibility that will benefit you long after your time at King Kone.
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Our Mission
To create a welcoming place where every customer leaves with a smile, a great treat,
and a reason to come back.
Our Core Values
Customer First
Every customer deserves to feel welcomed, appreciated, and valued. We believe a
smile, a kind attitude, and attention to detail can turn an ordinary visit into a lasting
memory.
Reliability
Our customers count on us to be open when we say we’ll be open, and our
teammates count on each other to show up prepared and ready to work. Reliability is one of the most important qualities we look for.
Integrity
We do the right thing—even when no one is watching. We treat our customers,
teammates, equipment, inventory, and business with honesty and respect.
Teamwork
No one succeeds alone. We help each other, communicate openly, and work together to create a great experience for every customer.
Pride in Our Work
Whether you’re making a cone, cleaning the counter, stocking supplies, or helping a
customer choose a flavor, every job matters. We believe the little things make a big
difference.
Our family has spent more than five decades building King Kone into the tradition that it is – and not just for our customers, but for the people who work here also. Many of our
employees return season after season and many customers still remember employees
who worked here years ago. When you join our team, you become part of the King
Kone family. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating successes, and treating
each other with respect. Being part of that family also means taking pride in your work,
communicating honestly, and doing the right thing – even when no one is watching.
Position Responsibilities
As a King Kone team member, you may:
- Welcome and assist customers with a friendly attitude
- Prepare ice cream treats, milkshakes, and beverages
- Operate the cash register and accurately handle payments
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Stock supplies and complete opening and closing tasks
- Work as part of a team to provide fast, quality service
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience and responsibilities
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid training
- Opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership
- Valuable customer service and teamwork experience
What We Expect From Our Team
We’re looking for people who:
- Have a positive attitude
- Enjoy working with people
- Are dependable and punctual
- Take initiative
- Accept feedback and strive to improve
- Communicate honestly
We aren’t looking for employees to simply fill shifts – we’re looking for people who want to be part of something that has brought joy to our community for generations.
We’re Always Accepting Applications Even when we aren’t actively hiring, we’re always interested in meeting great people. If you believe you’d be a good fit for the King Kone team, we’d love to hear from you.
Weekly Hours
We’re here when you’re hungry! Drop by for a tasty treat.
Monday
11am – 10pm
Tuesday
11am – 10pm
Wednesday
11am – 10pm
Thursday
11am – 10pm
Friday
11am – 10pm
Saturday
11am – 10pm
Sunday
11am – 10pm