Cook | Part-Time| Chickie's & Pete's |PPL Center

Oak View Group•Allentown, PA

8d•$12 - $15•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 is responsible for the daily preparation, cooking and plating of all food orders in an efficient, safe, and attractive manner. About the Venue PPL Center is a state-of-the-art multipurpose arena in downtown Allentown, PA and home of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. The arena seats more than 10,000 for concerts and more than 8,500 for Lehigh Valley Phantoms professional hockey games, making it the region’s largest events venue. The amenities-packed PPL Center hosts more than 150 events each year, offering something for everyone, including the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, the AHL affiliate of the NHL Philadelphia Flyers, live concerts, family shows, trade shows, youth sports, high school and collegiate events, conferences, graduations, and so many more. Chickie’s & Pete’s is a full-service bar and restaurant located within PPL Center, serving lunch Tuesday through Friday and open for events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Must be 18 or over
One to two years of experience as a line cook, fast-paced restaurant cook, or prep cook preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a friendly, positive attitude with co-workers, management staff, volunteers and guests
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, some holidays, and long hours
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Must perform physical activities in a variety of environmental conditions that require moderate strength including cleaning, climbing, lifting, walking, balancing and handling of materials. Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Responsibilities

Maintain a positive, respectful attitude at all times
Perform food preparation duties when needed
Check food for quality and presentation before serving
Ensure food is handled in a sanitary manner
Set up stations according to restaurant guidelines
Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by Chickie’s & Pete’s. All food items must be prepared according to the menu build
Restock all items as needed throughout shift
Clean/maintain station by practicing good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills
Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas
Ensure proper temperatures are maintained on cooking and refrigeration equipment
Communicated effectively with the Expeditor
Awareness of food allergies and possible areas of cross-contamination
Attend all scheduled employee meetings
Additional tasks as assigned by management
Work together as a team
Perform physical activities in a variety of environmental conditions that require moderate strength including cleaning, climbing, lifting, walking, balancing, and handling of materials. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.