Title Concessions Sous Chef | Part-Time | Worcester Red Sox (Polar Park)

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, empowering iconic venues, arenas, stadiums, and cultural institutions across four continents. Founded in 2015, OVG manages a diverse portfolio of seven world-class owned venues and a broad client roster that includes some of the most renowned arenas, music festivals, convention centers, performing arts centers, and sports facilities worldwide. The company excels in delivering comprehensive venue management solutions, hospitality services, and sponsorship sales, creating memorable experiences for fans and guests alike.

One of OVG's key venues is Polar Park, home to the Worcester Red Sox, located at 100 Madison Street, Worcester, Massachusetts. This venue is a vibrant hub for sports and entertainment enthusiasts, focusing on exceptional fan engagement and top-tier live event experiences. The organization seeks to uphold the highest standards in food service throughout its venues leveraging its extensive expertise in the live entertainment industry.

The role of Concessions Sous Chef at Worcester Red Sox, operating within Polar Park under Oak View Group’s management, is an essential position responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of back-of-house culinary activities during games and events. This part-time position offers an hourly rate ranging from $22.00 to $25.00 and includes benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan with matching, which is notable for part-time roles.

The Concessions Sous Chef leads a culinary team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where maintaining quality, food safety, and sanitation standards are crucial. As a key point of contact between management and kitchen staff, the Sous Chef supervises food preparation, ensures proper food handling practices, and supports operational execution across multiple concession locations within the venue. This role requires excellent leadership skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and a commitment to providing an outstanding culinary experience for guests.

Key responsibilities include supervising culinary operations during events, ensuring food quality and portion control, leading and mentoring back-of-house staff, assisting with opening and closing procedures, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. The role also involves inventory management, maintaining organized kitchen environments, and real-time problem solving to support seamless event execution.

This position suits candidates with previous experience in a high-volume culinary or concessions environment, supervisory or leadership experience, and strong knowledge of food safety standards. Preferred candidates will hold or be able to obtain ServSafe Food Handler certification. The role demands physical stamina to stand for extended periods and flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Oak View Group champions diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that these values drive innovation and excellence. The company actively fosters a culture that reflects the communities it serves and is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination in all employment practices.

Joining OVG at Polar Park as a Concessions Sous Chef offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a world-class live entertainment venue while developing culinary leadership skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment.