Line Cook | Part-Time | PeoplesBank Arena
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Hartford, CT, 06103
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Line Cook is responsible for preparing foods to be served to guests throughout the venue. The Line Cook will often have direct contact with the public working in areas such as a buffet line slicing meats or preparing dishes to order. The Line Cook must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.
This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00-$22.00
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.
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 as 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.
- Responsible for observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking.
- Responsible for portioning, arranging and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests.
- Responsible for consulting with Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption.
- Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Qualifications
- Previous cook or prep cook experience
- Able to operate standard kitchen equipment to 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 which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
- Ability to speak, read and write in English.
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
- Possess 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.
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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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Frequently asked questions
Part-time line cooks at PeoplesBank Arena engage directly in food prep for live events, balancing high volume and fast-paced service while maintaining food safety. Unlike other kitchen roles, they often interact with guests, requiring both culinary skill and strong customer service in a dynamic event-driven environment in Hartford.
Mastery of kitchen equipment such as broilers and convection ovens, plus quick, precise food portioning, are crucial. Additionally, communication skills and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting help line cooks excel during live events at PeoplesBank Arena.
Yes, possessing a valid food handling certificate is often required, and ServSafe certification is highly preferred in Hartford. These credentials ensure compliance with local health regulations and demonstrate commitment to food safety standards expected in venues like Dallas Convention Center.
Hartford’s vibrant event scene at locations like PeoplesBank Arena drives steady demand for part-time line cooks, often leading to swift hiring processes. While competition exists, candidates with relevant certifications and flexible availability tend to secure roles faster.
Line cooks in Hartford earn between $19-$22 per hour, which aligns competitively with nearby cities. This pay reflects the venue's high standards and the demanding nature of event-based food service, offering attractive compensation for part-time culinary professionals.
At Dallas Convention Center, line cooks must adapt to diverse event menus and fluctuating guest volumes, which demands rapid task-switching and impeccable timing. The integration of premium hospitality services means maintaining consistency under pressure is essential.
Line cooks here play a vital part in delivering seamless culinary services that complement Dallas Convention Center’s event production. Their work ensures guests receive fresh, well-prepared dishes on time, enhancing the venue's reputation for excellence in live event hospitality.
Daily tasks include preparing hot and cold dishes to exact recipes, garnishing plates, operating kitchen equipment, and maintaining sanitation standards. Part-time line cooks must also coordinate closely with chefs and kitchen supervisors to meet event demands efficiently.
Yes, event-driven scheduling is standard in Hartford’s venues like PeoplesBank Arena. Part-time line cooks must be flexible, often working evenings or weekends, which suits those seeking non-traditional work hours aligned with live event timings.
This role offers competitive hourly wages, part-time flexibility, and benefits like 401(k) matching, set within a renowned venue in Hartford. Its emphasis on teamwork and diversity also appeals to job seekers looking for an inclusive, fast-paced culinary environment.