Cook | Part-Time | Colorado State University (Performance Dining)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $20.00 - $24.00
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
paid leave accrual
part-time role
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Equal opportunity employer
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, specializing in venue development and offering comprehensive capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, OVG manages a prestigious collection of seven world-class venues and maintains a client roster that includes some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. The company's mission centers on delivering unparalleled experiences for guests and clients alike by combining innovative venue management strategies with top-tier hospitality services. OVG's commitment to excellence is reflected in its dedication to supporting diverse communities, promoting inclusivity, and fostering a workplace culture that values every individual's unique contributions. Their strategic focus on diversity and equal opportunity ensures a workplace where innovation thrives, and all voices are amplified to drive success.
The Performance Dining Cook position at Oak View Group plays a crucial role within the culinary team, especially within their Performance Dining Program and premium game-day catering services. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role requiring the preparation of various menu items using different cooking equipment while assuring the highest standards of taste, presentation, and food safety are consistently met. The cook is expected to handle multiple responsibilities such as strict portion control, minimizing food waste, and maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace, all essential to ensure guests receive exceptional meals. This hourly role pays between $20.00 and $24.00 and offers part-time employees significant benefits including a 401(k) savings plan with matching options and paid leave accruals based on hours worked. The position will remain open until October 2, 2026, providing an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their skills in a vibrant, team-oriented environment. Oak View Group’s commitment to quality, diversity, and community inclusiveness enhances the work atmosphere, making this role ideal for candidates passionate about delivering premium dining experiences in one of the world’s leading live entertainment infrastructures.
The Performance Dining Cook position at Oak View Group plays a crucial role within the culinary team, especially within their Performance Dining Program and premium game-day catering services. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role requiring the preparation of various menu items using different cooking equipment while assuring the highest standards of taste, presentation, and food safety are consistently met. The cook is expected to handle multiple responsibilities such as strict portion control, minimizing food waste, and maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace, all essential to ensure guests receive exceptional meals. This hourly role pays between $20.00 and $24.00 and offers part-time employees significant benefits including a 401(k) savings plan with matching options and paid leave accruals based on hours worked. The position will remain open until October 2, 2026, providing an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their skills in a vibrant, team-oriented environment. Oak View Group’s commitment to quality, diversity, and community inclusiveness enhances the work atmosphere, making this role ideal for candidates passionate about delivering premium dining experiences in one of the world’s leading live entertainment infrastructures.
Job Requirements
- Previous cook or prep cook experience
- Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment such as broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer, and chef knife
- Valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Strong communication skills with employees, management, and guests
- Ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards
- Ability to follow company recipes and portioning guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Previous cook or prep cook experience required
- Performance dining experience is a plus
- Able to operate standard kitchen equipment, including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer, and chef knife
- Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Possess a valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations
- ServSafe preferred
Job Duties
- Responsible for providing high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests
- Prepares hot and cold foods following company recipes and portioning requirements
- Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of product
- Responsible for reporting any maintenance required for kitchen equipment
- Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
- Observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking
- Portioning, arranging, and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests
- Consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption
- Demonstrate the ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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