Line Cook — Premium Dining & VIP Hospitality

Mavericks Training and Performance Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mavericks Performance & Training Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Line Cook to prepare and execute menu items with consistency and precision. You will support player dining, executive dining, VIP events, and daily food service in a fast-paced sports hospitality environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and food safety, offering exposure to premium dining operations within the Dallas Mavericks organization.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of culinary experience in hospitality settings.
• Basic cooking techniques and kitchen operations knowledge.
• Ability to follow recipes and production standards consistently.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform daily duties safely.
• Food Handler Certification required or obtainable on hire.
• High-volume/hospitality experience preferred (sports or premium dining).
• Culinary training or school background is a plus.
• Experience with catering, events, and premium dining is valued.
• Knowledge of stations including grill, sauté, pantry, and production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook items according to recipes, standards, and guidelines.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation across all dishes.
• Assist with mise en place, prep, and station setup for service.
• Ensure proper temperatures, portioning, and plating techniques.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and stock supplies.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Support team and leadership to deliver VIP and event dining.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries as required.
• Communicate inventory needs and maintain equipment readiness.
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced sports hospitality environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Food safety

Education

Food Handler Certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Mavericks Performance & Training Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Line Cook to prepare and execute menu items with consistency and precision. You will support player dining, executive dining, VIP events, and daily food service in a fast-paced sports hospitality environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and food safety, offering exposure to premium dining operations within the Dallas Mavericks organization.