Sous Chef | Part-Time | PeoplesBank Arena

Oak View Group; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group in Hartford, CT is seeking a part-time Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in all aspects of the main, grill, and banquet kitchens, including ordering, scheduling, sanitation, and staff development.

The role pays an hourly rate of $24.00 - $27.00 and includes benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan with matching. Responsibilities include menu development for special requests, ensuring quality portions, managing payroll data, and coordinating with F&B meetings.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years as a lead line cook is preferred.
• Culinary school graduates preferred.
• Health & Sanitation Card or willingness to obtain it.
• Ability to communicate and follow instructions.
• Fast-paced indoor environment experience.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to standards with consistent quality and portion control.
• Organize and assist in service, including staff meals and private dining.
• Prepare work schedules and monitor payroll costs.
• Order, receive, and rotate food and kitchen goods.
• Menu development for special requests with Executive Chef.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and kitchens.
• Support 3 steps of service and teamwork with staff and guests.

Skills

Lead line cook experience

Communication

Multi-tasking

Follow instructions

Fast-paced environment

Education

Culinary school graduates preferred

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

The part-time Sous Chef will assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of the main, grill, and/or banquet kitchens (i.e., ordering, scheduling, sanitation, maintenance, employee development, and performance reviews).

This role pays an hourly rate of $24.00 - $27.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles

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

This position will remain open until December 4, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper preparation, excellence of product, profit, and labor cost.
• Organize and help in the service of all activities, employee meals, and private dining rooms.
• Consistent preparation and presentation based on overall standards, including portion size, of daily specials, salads, entrees, etc., as applicable per work assignment and as designated by Executive Chef which are produced within quality standards guidelines.
• Enhance the overall knowledge and team spirit of the kitchen staff; provide the 3 steps of service.
• To attend F&B meetings, banquet meetings, and line-ups.
• Prepare work schedules for the kitchen crew and monitor payroll costs and Kronos reports as requested.
• Ordering, receiving, and proper rotation of food and kitchen goods.
• Menu development for special requests by a member or the Executive Chef.
• Responsible for expediting at any meal period and ensuring proper quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Adhere to all cleaning schedules and duties set up by the Executive Chef.
• Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of individual work areas and kitchens, including equipment, counters, tools, waste areas, etc.
• Assist fellow employees, members, and guests to ensure delivery of the 3 steps of service without being directed.
• Be aware of team members and the environment and participate as a member of the team.
• Notify the Executive Chef of member/guest complaints at the time they occur. Rectify, practice service recovery, and address any complaints as soon as possible.
• Interact with members/guests professionally, helping them with changes and last-minute requests as needed.
• Follow all service department and corporate guidelines, policies, and manuals for the kitchen, while ensuring that others are acting safely.
• Responsible for maintaining good conduct and safe working habits in all areas, including attending daily line-ups and participating as requested.
• Wearing a clean and neat uniform that follows venue uniform standards daily.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years as a lead line cook is preferred.
• Culinary school graduates preferred.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a Health & Sanitation Card.
• Ability to communicate and follow instructions.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced indoor environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work at an efficient pace to keep up with business needs.
• Ability to follow instructions well as directed.

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.