Prep Cook - Part-Time - Cox Business Convention Center

Oak View Group; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading venue management company as a Prep Cook. In this part-time role, you will be responsible for preparing delicious food and ensuring high standards of quality and freshness. You will work under the guidance of the Executive Chef, contributing to a collaborative kitchen environment. This position offers the chance to be part of exciting events at the Cox Business Convention Center, where your culinary skills will shine. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment efficiently.
• Possess valid food handling certificate as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Handling

Time Management

Education

Food Handling Certificate

Tools

Standard Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Prep Cook | Part-Time | Cox Business Convention Center

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.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Executive Chef, the Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food and assisting in the preparation of items in the various kitchen operations throughout the facility. The Cook should understand the proper cooking and holding procedures to not sacrifice quality or freshness of product. The Cook must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $12 to $15. For PT roles: Benefits include a 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until May 2, 2025.

About the Venue

The Cox Business Convention Center (CBCC), located in the Arena District in downtown Tulsa, is a modern and award-winning venue providing over 275,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Owned by the City of Tulsa for over 50 years, the CBCC has been host to every kind of event imaginable and proudly serves the citizens of Tulsa and guests from around the world.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing high quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.
• Operation of standard kitchen utensils and equipment in the concession stands in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Prepares hot and cold foods following company recipes and portioning requirements.
• Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities as related to preparation, excellent service and delivery of product.
• Responsible for reporting any maintenance required for kitchen equipment.
• Understand and follow guidelines set by OVG and the Health Department by maintaining sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
• Responsible for observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking.
• Responsible for portioning, arranging and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests.
• Take pride as a cook, resolve issues, and assist co-workers as needed.
• Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications

• Able to operate standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess 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.