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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. 

Oak View Group is searching for an experienced Pastry Chef to join our team. The Pastry Chef is responsible for all pastry menu execution and development and supervises a team of Pastry Cooks that are responsible for preparing high-quality products in all areas of the pastry department. The Pastry Chef should have an endless passion for desserts, a great attitude, and an exceptional work ethic. Successful candidates require great efficiency and focus, good communication skills, a pleasant, friendly attitude, and a strong passion for hospitality and growth.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $22.00

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until September 4 , 2026.

• Lead and participate in the daily production of pastry and dessert items, ensuring products are prepared accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Supervise pastry team members during production and service, promoting teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
• Train, coach, and support pastry staff to ensure consistency in techniques, recipes, and presentation standards.
• Monitor the quality, consistency, and presentation of all pastry products to ensure they meet established standards.
• Ensure adherence to all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines throughout production and service.
• Coordinate daily production and event needs with culinary, catering, and service teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Oversee the setup, presentation, and replenishment of dessert stations, buffets, and specialty displays.
• Maintain proper labeling, dating, rotation, and storage of ingredients and finished products.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate product and supply needs to support uninterrupted operations and minimize waste.
• Lead by example through professionalism, strong communication, attention to detail, and a team-first approach while supporting all scheduled events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Pastry Chef, preferably in a high-volume environment (e.g., hotels, resorts, event venues, stadiums).
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Proven ability to create innovative and visually appealing desserts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience with large-quantity production.
• Experience with inventory control.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects as needed.
• Ability to work in a hot and fast-paced 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.

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