Seasonal County Fairgrounds Jobs (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. 

The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for dishes, kitchen equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas to support efficient kitchen operations and exceptional guest service. This position assists the culinary team by ensuring all kitchen tools and service items are cleaned, organized, and available in a timely manner while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.90-$17.90

This is a seasonal role from June 25, 2026, and will end on September 30, 2026.

This position will remain open until August 28, 2026.

The OC Fair & Event Center is a year-round event venue located in Costa Mesa, California. It is best known as the home of the annual OC Fair, but the property also hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, trade shows, festivals, sporting events, community events, conventions, and private gatherings. The OC Fair & Event Center serves as a major entertainment and community hub for Orange County, offering indoor and outdoor event spaces, exhibit halls, arenas, meeting rooms, and entertainment venues. The property features attractions such as the Pacific Amphitheatre, equestrian facilities, and event grounds that accommodate large-scale public events and corporate functions.

• Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dishwashing areas, kitchen floors, storage areas, and trash stations.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure clean dishes and kitchen supplies are properly stored and organized.
• Remove trash, recyclables, and kitchen waste promptly and safely.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, workstations, walls, and food preparation areas as assigned.
• Support kitchen staff by maintaining adequate levels of clean cookware, utensils, and service items during busy periods.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or supply shortages to management.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous dishwasher, janitorial, or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures.
• Ability to lift heavy objects as needed.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California Food Handler Card as required by state law.

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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