Kitchen Line Cook | Terre Haute Convention Center

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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
The Kitchen Prep Cook is responsible for preparing foods to be served to guests throughout the venue, often taking on the responsibility for setup, sanitation, cleaning and closing of workstation and dish areas. Employees will work in an ever changing fast-paced environment. These cooks must also maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need. This role will pay an hourly rate of $13. For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until September 30, 2024 About the Venue
The Terre Haute Convention Center opened in the spring of 2022. It offers more than 12,000 sq. ft. of flexible ballroom space with the ability to seat up to 1000 attendees for a large general session or 700 for a formal dinner. With the flexibility of the space, planners have the ability to host a full conference with meals and breakout sessions. The convention center will have on-site catering, audio-visual services, professional event staff and event planning, and first-class service. Attendees from the region and afar will enjoy the convenience of the connected hotels and parking garages, making location and ease for guests more than ideal for conventions. Responsibilities
Responsible for providing high quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests. 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. Maintains 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. Responsible for consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption. Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Able to operate standard kitchen equipment to including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer and chef knife. Present with a professional appearance and demeanor. 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 work on your feet for long periods of time and be able to lift, pull or push up to 50 lbs 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. Qualifications
Professional training through a culinary education or working in a fast-paced fine dining restaurant/catering facility preferred but not required. High School diploma or equivalent Previous cook or prep cook experience Able to operate standard kitchen equipment to including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer and chef knife. 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 ServSafe preferred
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Terre Haute

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