Part Time Food Handler Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

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. 

Step into the role of Cook III, where you'll take the lead in driving culinary excellence in the kitchen. You'll oversee multiple stations, ensure smooth prep operations, and help deliver large-scale service with skill and precision. Your expertise will set the standard for food quality, safety, and team performance as you'll work closely with the Sous & Exectuive Chefs.

Beyond culinary expertise, you'll guide and support a team of cooks, helping them reach their full potential. Whether perfecting execution or energizing the crew during a busy rush, you lead with confidence, delivering unforgettable flavors that keep guests coming back for more.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $20.50-$21.00.

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

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

• Possesses the advanced culinary understanding of plating techniques and standards.
• Display continued growth and initiative to improve upon culinary skills on a day-to-day basis by seeking knowledge from those in higher positions.
• Can create meals and prepare food items according to a recipe with little to no assistance.
• Can perform all opening and closing responsibilities within the kitchen independently.
• Possess the knowledge and ability of how to operate, clean, and maintain all pieces of kitchen equipment including the Dishwasher, Stove Top, Tilt Skillets, Grills, Rotating Oven, Fryers, Slicer, etc.
• Follows and re-enforces policies and procedures regarding the proper handling, sanitation, storage and dispensing of food and beverage products based on the State Food Handlers Certification standards.
• Always adhere to the Equipment and Safety standards of clothing and appearance when always working near and when handling food.
• Displays knowledge of culinary preparation skills and teaches others proper preparation and food presentation.
• Participate as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service and delivery of products.
• Responsible for reporting any maintenance required for kitchen equipment.
• Responsible for observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking.
• Responsible for portioning, arranging and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests.
• Assists in the control of food and labor costs.
• Conducts regular inspections of all locations to ensure cleanliness and maintenance meet company standards.
• Assists with monthly inventory.
• Participate as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service and delivery of products.
• Responsible for reporting any maintenance required for kitchen equipment.

• Minimum of 2 to 4 years of progressive culinary experience in a high-volume or upscale kitchen environment
• Proficiency in a wide range of cooking techniques, including sauteing, grilling, roasting, and plating
• Demonstrated ability to lead and train kitchen staff, with strong organizational and communication skills
• Proven track record of maintaining consistency, quality, and efficiency under pressure
• Valid Food Handler's Certification (required)
• Ability to work weekdays and weekends, with availability for some mornings, noon, and evenings shifts
• 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 well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven 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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