Title Restaurant Chef | Full-Time | Port Wentworth Ice Cove
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $60,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days
sick days
Holidays
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a globally recognized leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Established in 2015, OVG operates with a robust platform that includes venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The company manages and supports a portfolio of seven world-class venues and a prestigious client roster that comprises some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts venues, and cultural institutions worldwide, spanning four continents. The company is headquartered in Port Wentworth, Georgia, operating from its Port Wentworth Ice Cove location. With a strong commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and excellence, OVG is dedicated to creating environments that reflect and celebrate diverse communities, fostering a culture of teamwork and growth. They are committed to equal employment opportunity and strive to maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce.
The role of Restaurant Chef at Oak View Group’s Port Wentworth Ice Cove location is a full-time, regular position with an annual salary of $60,000. This position is pivotal to the success of the culinary team and the overall hospitality operations within the venue. The Restaurant Chef will be responsible for managing the public food culinary team, overseeing all aspects of food preparation, production, and kitchen management during events and day-to-day operations. Core responsibilities include effective scheduling, food cost control, menu development, food safety compliance, staff training, and supervision. The Restaurant Chef is tasked with maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, kitchen safety, and sanitation while delivering exceptional service aligned with OVG’s brand and operational standards.
This is a dynamic role requiring a candidate who is highly organized, resourceful, and able to lead a diverse team in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. The chef must ensure budgetary goals are met by implementing stringent control measures on food inventory, purchase procedures, and labor costs. The role involves direct coordination with kitchen equipment maintenance and repair and occasional support with catered services and food service areas. The Restaurant Chef will also foster a positive workplace climate through team-building, morale-boosting, and employee empowerment, promoting open communication and employee relations.
Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and display professionalism in attendance and interpersonal engagement. Key skills for success include active listening, effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to train and develop staff to achieve high performance. The position also requires proficiency in computer software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook and obtaining and maintaining relevant food handler certifications. Oak View Group provides comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) savings with matching, and paid time off inclusive of vacation, sick days, and holidays. This job posting will remain open until August 7, 2026.
The role of Restaurant Chef at Oak View Group’s Port Wentworth Ice Cove location is a full-time, regular position with an annual salary of $60,000. This position is pivotal to the success of the culinary team and the overall hospitality operations within the venue. The Restaurant Chef will be responsible for managing the public food culinary team, overseeing all aspects of food preparation, production, and kitchen management during events and day-to-day operations. Core responsibilities include effective scheduling, food cost control, menu development, food safety compliance, staff training, and supervision. The Restaurant Chef is tasked with maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, kitchen safety, and sanitation while delivering exceptional service aligned with OVG’s brand and operational standards.
This is a dynamic role requiring a candidate who is highly organized, resourceful, and able to lead a diverse team in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. The chef must ensure budgetary goals are met by implementing stringent control measures on food inventory, purchase procedures, and labor costs. The role involves direct coordination with kitchen equipment maintenance and repair and occasional support with catered services and food service areas. The Restaurant Chef will also foster a positive workplace climate through team-building, morale-boosting, and employee empowerment, promoting open communication and employee relations.
Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and display professionalism in attendance and interpersonal engagement. Key skills for success include active listening, effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to train and develop staff to achieve high performance. The position also requires proficiency in computer software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook and obtaining and maintaining relevant food handler certifications. Oak View Group provides comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) savings with matching, and paid time off inclusive of vacation, sick days, and holidays. This job posting will remain open until August 7, 2026.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years experience in kitchen management
- Proficiency with food safety regulations and sanitation standards
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends
- Excellent organizational skills
- Basic computer skills including MS Office
- Valid food handler's certification
- Physical ability to stand for long hours and perform kitchen duties
- Commitment to teamwork and positive workplace culture
- Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years kitchen management experience in full-service restaurant or events venue
- Technical proficiency demonstrating verifiable knowledge of food preparation methods
- Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities including co-workers subordinates and guests
- Active listening and effective communication skills
- Ability to develop results-oriented staff through effective training evaluation motivation coaching and counseling
- Ability to distribute responsibility positively to meet objectives
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to find creative and expeditious solutions
- Ability to set priorities use initiative and make decisions
- Detail-oriented multitasker with effective prioritization skills in a changing environment
- Ability to work independently in a team-oriented environment
- Flexibility to work nights weekends and long hours
- Track record of meeting projected costs
- Professional appearance and presentation
- Proficiency in MS Word Excel and Outlook
- Current food handler's card and alcohol service permit if required
- Working knowledge of employee scheduling
- Certification in nationally recognized sanitation program or ability to obtain
Job Duties
- Ensures budgeted food percentages are achieved through effective control measures including portion controls kitchen timings food inventory rotation receiving and food storage procedures inventory controls effective purchasing procedures kitchen security procedures and waste control
- Controls labor costs through effective scheduling of kitchen staff cross-training and development of employees
- Ensures purchasing and preparation of all food products meet OVG's standards of quality consistency and style including menu development and monitoring food production
- Coordinates storage maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment to ensure operational readiness
- Assists with delivery and set-up of catered services and food service areas as needed
- Provides leadership training and development to kitchen staff including orientation new employee training and morale building
- Ensures compliance with health sanitation safety and employment regulations and assists with kitchen record-keeping and administrative requirements including employee scheduling and food inventories
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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