OVG, a leading food service provider located at McCormick Place Convention Center has an immediate opening for a Banquet Manager. This position is responsible for monitoring and supervising all Banquet functions and Banquet employees at the Convention Center.    This role will pay a salary of $65,000 to $75,000.   For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation...

The Executive Chef has the primary duty of managing the culinary team, a recognized department of venue’s F&B operation.  The Executive Chef will actively supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train and mentor employees in meeting company qualify standards, and will independently initiate and authorize all employment actions such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion and transfer.  The Executive Chef will actively and independently manage all aspects of employee relations to ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant and cooperative work environment.

The Part Time Audio/Video/Lighting Technician (A/V/L)  plays a key role in supporting and implementing AV technology, systems and processes that support the production environment at Asteria Theater. In this event based role, you will provide support for all presentation and performance audio, video, and lighting as well as distributed A/V/L throughout the building.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $30-$45   Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. Also, OVG provides part-time, seasonal, and internship...

The General Manager is responsible for the efficient, professional and profitable operation of the food service operations at the assigned venue.  This individual ultimately oversees every managerial, f/t and p/t position, and ensures full compliance with state and federal labor laws, sanitation and food-related ordinances, and alcohol service regulations.  In addition to managing the day to day business operations, the General Manager solicits new sources of revenue, both on and off the venue property.  

The Concessions Manager is responsible for the effective management of venue concessions operations including inventory controls, product ordering, training new employees, cash controls, compliance with alcohol service polices, cleaning, safety, guest service, employee/volunteer training and supervision, warehouse oversight, troubleshooting, closing duties, event planning support, food preparation and production, and any other tasks assigned by the DFB.  The Concessions Manager must be provide a high level of event oversight, technical proficiency and operational/personnel support to ensure the smooth operation of the Arena & Concessions Dept. 

Rink Operator will operate ice resurfacing machines, perform janitorial taks during events booked at the Mullins Center Community Ice Rink and Arena.    This role will pay an hourly wage of $17.   Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.   This position will remain open until December 31, 2024

The Part-Time Event Coordinator will assist the Events Departments in planning, execution, and completion of various events held at the Durham Convention Center.  In this role, the event coordinator will have a guest services attitude and be the liason between the client and internal departments.  The candidate will also assist with catering, scheduling, and staff management.    This role will pay an hourly wage of $19.00.   

The Cafeteria Attendant is responsible for ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient operation of the cafeteria. The attendant will assist in food service, maintain cleanliness of the dining and serving areas, restock food and supplies, and provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and other guests. The ideal candidate will be attentive, friendly, and committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and service in a fast-paced environment. Cafeteria attendants work in a school or institutional cafeteria setting, interacting with students, staff, and other guests in a highly visible environment. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and lifting throughout the...

The Cook will prepare and serve food in a buffet-style setting while ensuring a clean, organized, and visually appealing work area. The Line Cook will often have direct contact with the public working in areas such as a buffet line, station serving an more. As a key figure in our open kitchen space, where students, parents, and staff can observe the preparation process, professionalism and excellent customer service are essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and consistent attendance. The Cook must maintain excellent attendance and professional appearance and be available to work weekends and special events as scheduled per...

Under the general supervision of Managers, Supervisors, or Leads, the Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food and assisting in the preparation of items in the various kitchen operations throughout the facility. The Prep should understand the proper cooking and holding procedures to not sacrifice quality or freshness of product. The Prep must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $14.00 to $15.00. 

The Dishwasher washes and sanitizes all tableware, serving materials, cooking equipment and small wares. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $13.00 to $14.00.    Benefits...

The pt custodial staff is responsible for ensuring facility meets or exceeds standards of cleanliness to the utmost in guest satisfaction before, during, and after all events. Custodial staff must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities as well as be able to explain and demonstrate that he/she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $13.00 to $14.00.  

Part Time Set-Up Staff priority will be to complete room set-up / strike activity for all client related events. This would include the set / strike of various numbers and various configurations of tables, chairs, staging, bleachers, risers, dance floor, pipe & drape etc. into and out of facility event spaces.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $13 to $15.   Benefits for PT roles:...

The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction.  Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen.   This role will pay an hourly rate between $15.  

The Parking Attendant is responsible for managing the daily operations and event day operations parking garage. The Parking Attendant will be the first point of contact in providing a memorable first impression for all guests and employees by providing direction and answering any questions guests may have.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $16.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Catering Supervisor oversees all aspects of a catering or event, including set-up, food presentation, serving, and cleanup while focusing on detail and quality presentation and customer service. Catering supervisors are also responsible for training and coaching of the Catering staff.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $21.00 to $26.00.  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...

This intern will work closely with the Operations Department through hands-on learning. This will include how to operate the facility and events through a variety of disciplines like: Set-up and teardown of events, event management, housekeeping, scheduling, recruitment, budgeting, capital projects, and inventory.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $12.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Events Department Intern will work closely with the Events Department (made up of Event Managers, Guest Services, and Parking) through hands on learning and training. Time will be spent evenly between events, guest services and parking teams to get a thorough understanding of the events operation at the Iowa Events Center and valuable knowledge of the events industry.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $12.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k)...

Parking Manager will be responsible for overall operation, revenue, efficiency and personnel management of the Parking Department. Monitors and provides supervision to parking staff at all locations of the Iowa Events Center.    This role will pay a yearly salary of $47,000 to $55,000. 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)

Clean, repair, and refinish floors in a variety of areas in our building   This role will pay an hourly rate between $15 to $16.   Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.   EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.