Cook | Part Time | Palm Springs Convention Center

Cook | Part-Time | Palm Springs Convention Center in Palm Springs, California | Careers at Palm Springs Convention Center

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Cook | Part-Time | Palm Springs Convention Center

Location US-CA-Palm Springs

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 3 hours ago(7/6/2026 5:21 PM)

Job ID 2026-32890

Location Name Palm Springs Convention Center

Category Culinary / Kitchen Management

Type Regular Part-Time

Location : Location US-CA-Palm Springs

Job Post Information* : External Company Name Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code 92262

Location : Address 277 N Avenida Caballeros

Job Post Information* : Post End Date 10/9/2026

Oak View Group

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.

Position Summary

As a Cook, you''ll be an essential part of our culinary team, contributing to both our catering experiences. In this fast-paced kitchen environment, you''ll prepare menu items using a variety of cooking equipment while consistently delivering high-quality food. You''ll be expected to uphold strict standards for taste, presentation, and food safety to ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional meal. Attention to portion control, minimizing food waste, and maintaining a clean, sanitary workspace are all key responsibilities in this role.

This role pays an hourly rate of $23.00-$26.00

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

This position will remain open until October 9, 2026.

About the Venue

Oak View Group is proud to manage the food and beverage operations at the Palm Springs Convention Center, a premier destination for conventions, trade shows, corporate meetings, galas, and special events in the heart of the Coachella Valley. Through innovative culinary programs and exceptional hospitality, OVG delivers a diverse range of food and beverage experiences, including convention concessions, premium catering, banquet services, and customized event dining. Serving thousands of guests annually, the Palm Springs Convention Center offers team members the opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment dedicated to creating memorable guest experiences while supporting world-class events and gatherings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.
• Prepares hot and cold foods following company recipes and portioning requirements.
• Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of product.
• Responsible for reporting any maintenance required for kitchen equipment.
• Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking.
• Portioning, arranging, and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests.
• Consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption.
• Demonstrate the ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications

• Previous cook or prep cook experience required. Performance dining experience is a plus.
• Able to operate standard kitchen equipment, including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer, and chef knife.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.
• ServSafe preferred.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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