Lead Line Cook | Part-Time | Spruce Meadows

Oak View Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Job summary

Oak View Group (OVG) is seeking a Lead Line Cook to support culinary operations across Spruce Meadows venues and catering teams. You will lead food prep, production, and ensure high-quality meals for events, while maintaining safety standards and efficient workflow.

Two-way communication with BOH/FOH, cost control, and adherence to recipes are essential. Must have food safety and ProServe certifications; Red Seal is a plus. Hours include nights, weekends, and event-driven schedules.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Lead Line Cook or similar role in high-volume environments such as stadiums, hotels, catering, or large restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, sanitation, and standards set by health departments.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides a two-way line of communication between BOH & FOH during events, expediting food to events.
• Maintain sanitation and quality controls of food standards for the culinary department.
• Follow and maintain set culinary department standards and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintains proper inventory controls and ensures maintenance of all equipment; event setups and breakdowns aligned with event needs.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety & sanitation

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Kitchen software

ProServe certification

Red Seal (asset)

Education

Food Safety Certification

ProServe Certification

Red Seal Certification (asset)

Tools

Kitchen management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Sous Chef the Lead Line Cook will play a key role in supporting seamless execution of culinary operations and events. This role demands a passionate and experienced culinary professional with strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The Lead Line Cook will assist in culinary operations, food prep, and production and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food across all Spruce Meadows food service areas and in Catering, the Restaurants, Concession and Premium Areas.

This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00-$22.00 CAD

Benefits for Part-Time roles

Pension matching

This position will remain open until October 16, 2026.

About The Venue

Spruce Meadows is South Calgary's leading Sports and Entertainment District, located on the border of Southwest Calgary. Regarded as one of the top show jumping venues on the planet, a stunning 500-acre property also hosts a wide range of events, including tournaments, concerts, festivals, and world-famous markets.

Responsibilities

• Provides a two-way line of communication between BOH & FOH during events, expediting food to events.
• Maintain sanitation and quality controls of food standards for the culinary department.
• Follow and maintain set culinary department standards and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintains proper inventory controls and ensures maintenance of all equipment; event set-ups & breakdowns are in line with event needs. Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly and service-oriented manner.
• Always comply with company standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient facility operations.
• Have thorough working knowledge of menus and preparation skills required to produce food according to facility standards.
• Assist in controlling costs by maintaining food costs within budgeted guidelines as determined by the Executive Chef.
• Ensure the completion of necessary food and station preparations prior to events to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently.
• Assists in the food preparation for Catering, Concessions, Commissary Kitchen as well as other departments as required, following specifications of Banquet Event Orders.
• Assist with the team so all suite and catering items are completed on time as per set standards.
• Maintains the "Clean as You Go" policy.
• Be responsible for maintaining the sanitation and cleaning schedule of the kitchen.
• Keeps all storage areas neat, orderly, and clean.
• Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of individual work area and kitchens, including equipment, counters, tools, waste areas, etc.
• Assist with the breakdown of commissary kitchens/concession stands/concession spaces and kitchen lines, ensuring proper storage of food and equipment at the end of each meal period following food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Coordinate with the kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to recipes and standards.
• Follow company policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Lead Line Cook or similar role, preferably in a high-volume environment such as a stadium, hotel, catering, or large restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and sanitation practices; maintain food safety, sanitation, and standards set by the company and the local health department.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Proficiency in kitchen management software.
• Support and help with culinary operation, development of menus, etc., and other special requests by Executive Chef or the Culinary Management.
• Ability to work in indoor/outdoor environments.
• Ability to use and maintain basic food service and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to train others in the use of basic food service and kitchen equipment.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills in relation to the culinary profession and Food and Beverage industry.
• Ability to quickly identify problems and resolve them Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Able to create unique dining experiences.
• Ability to be creative with food presentations and maintain a quality product.
• Ability to maintain local health codes and sanitation.
• Ability to interact with Members/Guests professionally, helping them with changes and last-minute requests as needed.
• Ability to work hours as dictated by the event schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and longer hours as required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and other software related to the job is an asset.
• Food Safety and ProServe certification required.
• Red seal certification is an asset.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.