Prep Cook
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Eagle Mountain, UT, 84005
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 22 December 2025
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, located at the year-round Ken Garff University Club at Rice Eccles Stadium. 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 a hourly wage of $17.00 to $20.00.
Benefits for FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Dallas Convention Center offers a unique fast-paced environment with a focus on high-quality food preparation aligned with major live events. Unlike typical restaurants in Eagle Mountain, this role blends catering and large-volume cooking, providing dynamic experiences that enhance culinary skills in event-driven hospitality.
Yes, working as a Prep Cook here involves mastering high-volume cooking equipment like grills and fryers, and adhering to strict portion control and sanitation standards. This hands-on experience at a renowned venue builds specialized expertise in catering to live event crowds.
Daily tasks involve preparing fresh menu items, managing food temperatures, and ensuring workstation cleanliness. The pace is brisk due to ongoing events, requiring quick adaptation and teamwork to maintain quality and guest satisfaction throughout the shift.
While requirements vary, a valid food handling certificate is often necessary to comply with state regulations. In Eagle Mountain, employers prioritize candidates with up-to-date certifications to maintain high sanitation and health standards in food service roles.
Prep Cook roles in Eagle Mountain are moderately competitive, driven by demand in hospitality venues like Dallas Convention Center. Applicants with food safety certificates and fast-paced kitchen experience tend to have an advantage in securing these positions.
Full-time Prep Cooks enjoy health, dental, and vision insurance, along with 401(k) plans with matching contributions. Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays also reflect the company's commitment to employee well-being in a demanding event-focused environment.
Coordination with front counter staff is crucial to efficiently fulfill guest orders. The Prep Cook must communicate clearly to manage food preparation timing and ensure quality, while also collaborating on maintaining cleanliness and inventory throughout busy event days.
Prep Cooks at Dallas Convention Center earn between $17.00 and $20.00 per hour, reflecting competitive pay for entry to mid-level culinary roles in Eagle Mountain’s hospitality sector, especially those involving high-volume food preparation at major venues.
While specific training programs are not detailed, the environment at Dallas Convention Center encourages skill growth through hands-on experience with diverse cooking equipment and standards, potentially paving the way for advancement within Oak View Group's large venue operations.
The company accepts ongoing applications, which suggests flexibility in scheduling. Part-time Prep Cook roles might be available to accommodate event schedules, providing opportunities for those seeking less than full-time hours in Eagle Mountain's hospitality scene.