Cook | Part-Time | Cable Dahmer Arena

Oak View Group•Independence, MO

1d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

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 The Cook supports the Executive Chef in the preparation & production of food for the venue at catered/suite functions. Responsible or set-up, sanitation, cleaning & closing of workstation area. employee will work in an ever changing, fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance & be available to work an event based schedule. This role pays an hourly rate of $17.00 to $19.00 Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching This position will remain open until May 1, 2026. About the Venue Cable Dahmer Arena is a 5,800 seat, multi-purpose indoor arena that is home to the ECHL Kansas City Mavericks & the MASL Kansas City Comets. The venue hosts more than 100 events every year, with a large spectrum including concerts, professional athletic events, comediams, speakers & more.

Requirements

Previous experience or training in food preparation or other related kitchen experience required.
Detail oriented, ability to multi-task & effectively prioritize in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights & weekends (based on events).
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 speak, read, and write in English.
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.

Responsibilities

Assists with the delivery of food to designated function areas.
Supports with cooking (firing of food products, utilitizing a variety of equipment: convection oven, fryer, steams, among others.
Responsible for maintaining quality and production standards on all menu items. Food must be fresh and of high quality when served to the guests.
Assists with preparation of suite pre-orders, mid-event orders, catering events & varying concession items.
Responsible for portion control and serving temperatures of all products served in the concession stand.
Responsible for cleaning, stocking and restocking of workstations.
Assist with cleaning dishes using the dishwasher & handwashing.
Maintains a positive & compiant employee relations cliamate
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.