Line Cook | Part-Time | Penn State Performance Dining

Oak View Group; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group is looking for a Line Cook in University Park, Texas, responsible for preparing foods to serve guests at events. The ideal candidate will have experience in cooking and a strong ability to use kitchen equipment while maintaining safety standards.

This position offers an hourly wage of $19.00-$22.00, depending on experience, with a commitment to equal opportunity employment. Join our team and contribute to providing high-quality food service!

Qualifications

• Previous cook or prep cook experience highly preferred.
• Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment, including various cooking appliances.
• Strong communication with employees, co-workers, management, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner.
• Preparing hot and cold foods following recipes and portioning.
• Maintaining sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.

Skills

Cook or prep cook experience

Operating kitchen equipment

Strong communication skills

Teamwork and fast-paced environment

Valid food handling certificate

Tools

Broiler

Steamer

Convection oven

Mixer

Meat slicer

Chef knife

Job description

Position Summary

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing foods to be served to guests throughout the venue. The Line Cook will often have direct contact with the public, working in areas such as a buffet line, slicing meats, or preparing dishes to order. The Line Cook must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need. This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00-$22.00. This position will remain open until September 25, 2026.

Benefits for Part-Time roles

401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.
• Preparing hot and cold foods following company recipes and portioning requirements.
• Participating as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of product.
• Reporting any maintenance required for kitchen equipment.
• Maintaining sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking.
• Portioning, arranging, and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests.
• Consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption.
• Demonstrating ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications

• Previous cook or prep cook experience highly preferred.
• Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment, including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer, and chef knife.
• Strong communication with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner.
• 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.
• ServSafe preferred.

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.