Kitchen Prep Cook | Part-Time | Owensboro Convention Center

Oak View Group; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Oak View Group in Owensboro, Kentucky is seeking a Kitchen Prep Cook to maintain a clean, safe kitchen and support events as a buffet or station attendant. Prepare foods according to recipes and guidelines, wash and organize equipment, and help keep the dish room in order.

This part-time role pays $15.00 per hour. Benefits include a 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching. The position will remain open through December 18, 2026, at Western Kentucky’s Owensboro Convention Center.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or prep cook is preferred.
• Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment listed in responsibilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced event-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot and cold foods following recipes and portioning requirements.
• Displays knowledge of culinary preparation skills and teaches others proper preparation and food presentation.
• Assists in the control of food and labor costs.
• Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Assists with monthly inventory.
• Provides high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.
• Participates as a team player with preparation, service, and delivery duties.
• Reports maintenance needed for kitchen equipment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Food handling

Tools

Broiler

Steamer

Convection oven

Mixer

Meat slicer

Chef knife

Job description

Oak View Group 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.

Oak View Group 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

Each Kitchen Prep Cook’s primary objective is to provide a clean and safe kitchen area for our staff. Prepare food based on recipes and guidelines. Work events as a buffet attendant or station attendant. Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment. Keep the dish room and equipment clean and organized.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $15.00.

Benefits for Part-Time Roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching.

This position will remain open until December 18, 2026.

About The Venue

Western Kentucky’s award-winning venue – Owensboro Convention Center – is a full-service facility overlooking the scenic Ohio River in revitalized downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. The multi-purpose center boasts just under 102,000 sq. ft. of available space, including a 44,000+ sq. ft. exhibition hall, the 8,900+ sq. ft. Kentucky Legend Pier outside over the scenic Ohio River, and additional ballroom, meeting, and pre-function space. The Sportscenter, one of Owensboro’s most historic buildings, opened in 1949. It is a multi-purpose, 5,000-seat arena that hosts concerts, sporting events, graduations, trade shows, meetings, and receptions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot and cold foods following company recipes and portioning requirements.
• Displays knowledge of culinary preparation skills and teaches others proper preparation and food presentation.
• Assists in the control of food and labor costs.
• Conducts regular inspections of all locations to assure cleanliness and maintenance meet company standards.
• Assists with monthly inventory.
• Provide high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.
• Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of product.
• Report any maintenance required for kitchen equipment.
• Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Observe and test foods to ensure proper cooking.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food plates for delivery to guests.
• Consult with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption.
• Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or prep cook is preferred.
• Able to operate standard kitchen equipment, including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer, and chef knife.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, businesslike, and respectful manner, which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.

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.