Specialty Cook | Part-Time | Benchmark International Arena

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

As a Specialty Cook, you’re a key member in bringing bold flavors and fresh ideas. You’ll be responsible for working closely with the Chef and Sous Chef. You will assist in prepping and preparing a variety of menu items with precision, speed, and creativity. In this role, your focus is on executing each task efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation. In addition, you play a vital role in delivering a memorable dining experience for every guest.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $24.50-$25.00. 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until September 25, 2025.

From 2011 to 2013, Benchmark International Arena had more than $62 million in improvements that have clearly revolutionized the industry and made it the premier entertainment venue in the state of Florida. With a wide array of venues spread throughout the United States, it can be difficult to find one that distinguishes itself from the others. That is not the case with the renovated Benchmark International Arena, Florida’s premier entertainment venue and home of the three-time Stanley Cup champion, Tampa Bay Lightning. Boasting unique features like lightning-throwing Tesla coils; the 11,000 square-foot Budweiser Biergarten with incredible views of the city; and a massive five-manual, 105-rank digital pipe organ, Benchmark International Arena consistently ranks among the very best venues in the United States. The best part? This is only the beginning.

• Adhere to Board of Health and ServSafe regulations.
• Prepare food products as directed by recipe and/or supervisor while maintaining strict adherence to standards and specifications.
• Complete all assigned production priorities daily.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area according (including but not limited to refrigerators, counters, tables, storage areas, etc.)
• Equipment/tools may be available, but it is suggested that you provide and secure your own tools.
• Inform supervisor of any shortages or equipment malfunctions.
• Knowledge of food quality, utilization, storage, rotation, and consistency.
• Demonstrates practical understanding of kitchen sanitation.

• 1-2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Scheduling flexibility is essential; we must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must be able to work in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for long periods of time.
• Able to work in an environment having both hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be presentable and adhere to Uniform Standards policy.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Creates and supports a collaborative environment.

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.