Line Cook | Part-Time | Colorado State University (Performance Dining)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $20.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
paid leave
competitive hourly wage
Equal opportunity employer
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, offering an extensive platform that includes venue development and comprehensive capabilities spanning venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Established in 2015, OVG has rapidly grown to serve an elite collection of seven world-class owned venues along with a prestigious client roster featuring some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. This well-established company is recognized for driving innovation in the sports and live entertainment industries by fostering diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environments that fuel creativity, innovation, and excellence.
The Line Cook role within Oak View Group’s performance dining segment is a dynamic position responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality foods to guests throughout the venue. This role plays a key part in ensuring guests have an exceptional dining experience, often entailing direct interaction with the public in environments such as buffet lines or assembling made-to-order dishes. Line Cooks are expected to uphold stringent standards for food preparation, portion control, sanitation, and presentation. They work closely with kitchen leadership, including the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Supervisor, to plan menus, estimate food consumption, and maintain kitchen operations at the highest level. This position requires flexibility to meet business needs, including availability to work during large events and excellent attendance.
This part-time role offers an hourly wage ranging from $20.00 to $25.00, reflecting the company’s commitment to fair compensation. In addition to competitive pay, OVG provides part-time employees with comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) Savings Plan with matching contributions, alongside accrued paid leave (one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours annually). Oak View Group fosters a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that varied perspectives contribute to superior service and operational excellence. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating workplaces free of discrimination and dedicated to amplifying voices from all backgrounds.
The Line Cook role within Oak View Group’s performance dining segment is a dynamic position responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality foods to guests throughout the venue. This role plays a key part in ensuring guests have an exceptional dining experience, often entailing direct interaction with the public in environments such as buffet lines or assembling made-to-order dishes. Line Cooks are expected to uphold stringent standards for food preparation, portion control, sanitation, and presentation. They work closely with kitchen leadership, including the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Supervisor, to plan menus, estimate food consumption, and maintain kitchen operations at the highest level. This position requires flexibility to meet business needs, including availability to work during large events and excellent attendance.
This part-time role offers an hourly wage ranging from $20.00 to $25.00, reflecting the company’s commitment to fair compensation. In addition to competitive pay, OVG provides part-time employees with comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) Savings Plan with matching contributions, alongside accrued paid leave (one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours annually). Oak View Group fosters a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that varied perspectives contribute to superior service and operational excellence. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating workplaces free of discrimination and dedicated to amplifying voices from all backgrounds.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food preparation or cooking preferred
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness
- Valid food handling certificate if required by local regulations
- Excellent attendance record
Job Qualifications
- Previous cook or prep cook experience highly preferred
- 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 well 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 as 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
- Responsible for observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking
- Responsible for portioning, arranging, and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests
- Responsible for consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption
- Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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