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.

The Catering and Suites Chef plays an essential role in orchestrating culinary experiences that align with the unique needs and preferences of each event, ensuring that every dish served contributes to the overall ambiance and satisfaction of guests. This position demands a blend of creativity and practicality, as the chef must design menus that not only tantalize the taste buds but also adhere to budgetary constraints and logistical considerations. By maintaining a close collaboration with clients and event planners, the Catering and Suites Chef ensures that the culinary aspect of events seamlessly integrates with the broader vision, whether it’s a suites guest, sports team, corporate gathering, wedding, or private party. Balancing the art of flavor with the science of timing and execution, this role is about more than just cooking; it’s about creating memorable experiences through food. This position oversee the culinary operation and experience at CFG Bank Arena.

This role will pay a yearly salary of $70,000 to $80,000.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays)

This position will remain open until Dec 31, 2024.

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CFG Bank Arena is a 14,000+ seat, reimagined world class concert and entertainment venue. A premier destination for fans and artists, CFG Bank Arena showcases over $250MM+ in renovations, including modernized, state-of-the-art acoustics, superior suites and exclusive club levels, premium contemporary seating, reimagined concourses, upscale culinary experiences in food & beverage selections, and more! Located in the heart of Baltimore, the venue includes a new exterior façade, green scaping and enhanced lighting, this iconic landmark offers guests the ultimate entertainment experience in town. Rich in history, uniting fans with memories old and new, CFG Bank Arena hosts 135+ shows annually including the hottest artists on the planet. A cornerstone of the City of Baltimore, committed to the community, and redeveloped in the heart of Baltimore. A new era of live entertainment has arrived in Baltimore with the highly anticipated and reimagined, CFG Bank Arena.

• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking of food items, ensuring high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene.
• Coordinate the setup of suites and catering spaces, including the arrangement of food stations, dining areas, and kitchen spaces to facilitate efficient service.
• Manage the culinary team, assigning tasks, supervising kitchen and service staff, and providing training to ensure seamless operation.
• Implement and adhere to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment for staff and a safe dining experience for guests.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, gathering feedback from clients and staff to identify areas for improvement and celebrate successes.
• Design and execute live cooking demonstrations or interactive culinary experiences for guests during special events, adding a unique and personalized touch to suite and catering services.

• Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts, minimum
• Mastery of kitchen fundamentals, food safety, and menu planning
• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management or a related field, preferred
• Enhancied understanding of business operations and customer service
• Post-secondary certificates in culinary arts
• Practical training in cooking techniques and kitchen management.
• Coursework includes nutrition, international cuisine, baking, and food service management, preparing individuals for the diverse demands of catering events

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.

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.