Prep Cook|Part time|SoFi Center
Oak View Group:
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:
A prep cook plays a crucial role in the kitchen by assisting in the preparation of ingredients and basic cooking tasks. They support the kitchen team in Concessions and/Or Catering by ensuring that all necessary items are ready for chefs to create delicious dishes.This role demands attention to detail, efficiency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Position assists with set-up, dishes and responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitized work space in accordance with company specifications.
Must be able to maintain excellent attendance in accordance with the attendance policy.
This role will pay an hourly rate between $18 and $20.
Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.
About the Venue:
Oak View Group is the venue manager and food and beverage provider of SoFi Center, a first-of-its-kind venue located in Palm Beach Gardens on the campus of Palm Beach State College. SoFi Center will be the home of the TGL Golf League, founded by Tiger Woods and Rory Mcllroy, TGL presented by SoFi is a new golf league, combining advanced technology with teams of top players from the PGA TOUR for two-hour weekly competitions in prime time starting in January 2025.The arena will seat about 1,500 people and featured matches between 6 teams for the inaugural season.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for cooking and packaging food product which is prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
- Receives verbal orders from the front counter staff for food product requirements for guest orders.
- Responsible for maintaining quality and production standards on all menu items. Food must be fresh and of high quality when served to the guests.
- Responsible for portion control and serving temperatures of all products served in the concession stand.
- Responsible for cleaning, stocking and restocking of workstations and displays.
- Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens.
- Ensures that all work areas and equipment are clean, food products are properly stored, utensils are clean and put away and floor is swept and mopped at end of shift.
- Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
- Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
- Practices professionalism in all interactions with guests and coworkers.
Qualifications:
- 1+ years experience working in a kitchen environment preferred.
- Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- Familiarity with food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Culinary training or certification is a plus but not required.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and take direction from senior kitchen staff.
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.