Banquet Kitchen Cook for High-Volume Events

Oak View Group; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group's Fort Smith Convention Center seeks a Cook to prepare high-quality food for large-scale catered events, banquets, conferences, and concessions. You will follow standardized recipes and production schedules while maintaining food safety and presentation standards in a fast-paced, event-driven kitchen.

This part-time role offers benefits like a 401(k) Savings Plan and matching. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in high-volume food service, basic cooking techniques, and a reliable

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Culinary training or certification is a plus.
• 1–3 years of experience in food preparation, catering, banquet kitchens, or high-volume food service preferred.
• Experience in convention centers, hotels, stadiums, or event venues is a plus.
• Ability to work/communicate in a high-volume, team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven, kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Strong time management and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and production instructions accurately.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for large-scale banquets, catered events, meetings, and concessions.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion sizes, and production schedules.
• Assist with bulk food preparation including proteins, vegetables, sauces, and side dishes.
• Prepare and assemble concession items for performances and events.
• Ensure all food items meet presentation and quality standards.
• Assist in preparing and staging food for large banquets and catered events.
• Work with the culinary team to meet event timelines and service schedules.
• Support buffet, plated banquet, and concession service operations.
• Help with event setup, breakdown, and replenishment of food stations.
• Maintain compliance with all health department regulations and food safety standards.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature control procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage areas.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food products.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to supervisors.
• Properly operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, and steamers.
• Work efficiently during high-volume event service periods.
• Work closely with chefs, kitchen staff, and event teams to ensure successful event execution.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative work environment.
• Assist with other kitchen duties as assigned.
• Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellence.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Time management

Food presentation

High-volume service

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training

Job description

Oak View Group's Fort Smith Convention Center seeks a Cook to prepare high-quality food for large-scale catered events, banquets, conferences, and concessions. You will follow standardized recipes and production schedules while maintaining food safety and presentation standards in a fast-paced, event-driven kitchen.

This part-time role offers benefits like a 401(k) Savings Plan and matching. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in high-volume food service, basic cooking techniques, and a reliable