Cook 2 | Part-Time

Oak View Group; Callander; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated kitchen assistant to join their dynamic team. This part-time role involves assisting in food preparation and ensuring high standards of service in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service skills, be able to follow detailed instructions, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. With a focus on guest satisfaction and operational excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to memorable events in a vibrant setting. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential, making this a perfect role for those looking to balance work with other commitments.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Mindestens zwei Jahre Erfahrung in einer Küchen- oder Verkaufsumgebung.
• Ausgezeichnete Kundenservice- und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung bei der Zubereitung und dem Service von Speisen.
• Überwachung der Einhaltung von Sicherheits- und Hygienevorschriften.
• Organisation und Durchführung von Veranstaltungen im Veranstaltungsort.

Skills

Kundenservice

Planungsfähigkeiten

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Kochen

Teamarbeit

Unabhängiges Arbeiten

Multitasking

Education

2 Jahre Erfahrung in der Küche oder im Verkaufsbereich

Tools

Küchengeräte

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Overview

To perform the kitchen’s daily activities in accordance with policies and objectives to ensure guest satisfaction, profitability and a positive, productive and compliant work environment. Responsible for kitchen duties as assigned by Chef and supervisors. Assist in the preparation of all food.

This is a part-time position and requires the flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Supervision Exercised: This position supervises daily duties and overall standard operating procedures of the kitchen.

Pay: This role will pay $17 per hour.

Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until May 30, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all food preparation, food set-up, and breakdown duties. Responsible for in-service food tasks.
• Measure, mix and cook ingredients according to recipes and quality standards.
• Use a variety of kitchen equipment to prepare and serve food using food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Clean or inspect equipment or work areas alerting Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor(s) of all preventative maintenance and repairs needed.
• Prepare menus based on client needs and Grand Junction Convention Center quality standards.
• Monitor events, materials, and surroundings to ensure that standard operating procedures and company standards are being maintained.
• Ability to set up and breakdown concessions locations as assigned by Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and Kitchen Supervisor(s).
• Able to prepare and explain to customers ALL concessions items that are being served in their area.
• Ability to follow simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time.
• Ability to estimate sizes, quantities, time, cost, or materials needed.
• Work with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor(s) to ensure efficiency and success for all events held at the venue.
• Present and maintain an organized, positive, and welcoming environment for all Grand Junction Convention Center and Avalon Theatre constituents.
• Participate in organized training and meetings to learn new aspects related to the job and retain current information on Grand Junction Convention Center’s operations.
• Perform end of shift cleaning as assigned by Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor(s) of Grand Junction Convention Center and Avalon Theatre.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to effectively follow written instructions for detailed kitchen production.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and knife skills.
• Able to manage multiple events with multiple deadlines.
• Able to quickly and effectively meet the needs of customers who use the Grand Junction Convention Center or The Avalon Theatre for their events.
• Flexible work style and attitude with a willingness to work as a member of a fast-paced team.
• Able to work independently in ambiguous situations with little direction.
• Able to utilize available resources to appropriately assist event attendees.
• Ability to assure that all details of the job are performed, and their work is accurate.
• Knowledge of food and beverage and event presentation and event production needs.
• Knowledge of terminology used in culinary, entertainment and convention settings.
• Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local food and beverage regulations.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry heavy object of at least 50 lbs.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience providing excellent and quality customer service to a diverse base of users.
• Must have minimum of two (2) years experience in kitchen or concessions environment.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.