Cook | Part-Time| Broadmoor World Arena and Pikes Peak Center
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Colorado Springs, CO, 80906
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 13 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 Cook is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen.
This role will pay an hourly rate of $16 to $20. plus tips.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Pension matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for cooking and packaging food product which is prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
- Receives verbal orders from the front counter staff for food product requirements for guest orders.
- Responsible for maintaining quality and production standards on all menu items. Food must be fresh and of high quality when served to the guests.
- Responsible for portion control and serving temperatures of all products served in the concession stand.
- Responsible for cleaning, stocking and restocking of workstations and displays.
- Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens.
- Ensures that all work areas and equipment are clean, food products are properly stored, utensils are clean and put away and floor is swept and mopped at end of shift. The Cook must be checked out before ending the shift by the Floor Supervisor to ensure the concession stand meets cleanliness standards.
- Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
- Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Qualifications
- 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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Colorado Springs sees steady demand for part-time cooks in entertainment venues due to its active event scene. Positions at places such as Broadmoor World Arena attract many applicants, so highlighting food safety skills and flexibility can improve your chances in this competitive market.
Local regulations often require a valid food handler’s certificate for cooks in Colorado Springs. Venues like Broadmoor World Arena typically expect compliance with state and federal food safety standards to ensure guest health and event quality.
Mastering high-volume cooking equipment usage, effective portion control, and maintaining sanitation standards are essential. Additionally, fast-paced communication and teamwork make a significant difference in thriving within such dynamic hospitality environments.
Yes, experience gained from cooking in high-profile venues like Broadmoor World Arena can open doors to advanced culinary or kitchen management roles, especially if you build strong operational skills and demonstrate reliability in event-driven settings.
Shifts usually include preparing fresh menu items to order, managing cooking equipment such as grills and fryers, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to food safety protocols, all while coordinating with front counter staff to meet guest demands efficiently.
While part-time cooks primarily earn hourly wages plus tips, full-time roles at Dallas Convention Center offer health, dental, vision insurance, pension matching, and paid time off. Staying connected may present opportunities to transition into these benefits.
The posted range of $16 to $20 per hour plus tips aligns well with local market standards for part-time cooks in similar large-scale venues, reflecting the fast-paced nature and skill requirements of event-based food service jobs in Colorado Springs.
Dallas Convention Center emphasizes diversity and inclusivity, fostering a respectful, team-oriented atmosphere. This culture encourages cooks to collaborate effectively, maintain high standards, and contribute positively to the vibrant live event hospitality experience.
While prior event catering experience can be beneficial, the focus is more on adaptability, food safety knowledge, and equipment operation skills. Many cooks develop on-the-job expertise in dynamic event environments like those in Colorado Springs.