Pantry Cook
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : North Salt Lake, UT, 84054
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.
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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
In Utah, many employers prefer Pantry Cooks to hold valid food handling certificates to comply with state and federal regulations. This certification ensures knowledge of proper sanitation and safety practices, which is critical in fast-paced venues like the Dallas Convention Center to maintain guest health standards.
The demand for Pantry Cooks in North Salt Lake is moderate, with venues like the Dallas Convention Center consistently seeking skilled candidates. The role’s focus on event-driven hospitality creates steady openings, though familiarity with large-volume cooking equipment and portion control can give applicants a competitive edge.
Strong multitasking, precise portion control, and adeptness with grills and fryers set standout Pantry Cooks apart. Additionally, the ability to maintain high quality and sanitation standards in a fast-paced, team-focused environment is vital for success in catering and concession settings.
Starting as a Pantry Cook can lead to roles like catering chef, kitchen supervisor, or pantry coordinator. Building expertise in food preparation, inventory management, and event hospitality opens doors to higher responsibility positions within venues or broader food service management.
Dallas Convention Center offers a dynamic event-driven environment with varied menu items served to large audiences, emphasizing speed and quality. Unlike typical restaurants, this role demands adaptability to volume fluctuations and strict adherence to sanitation in a high-profile venue.
Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plans with matching, plus paid time off covering vacation, sick days, and holidays. This package fosters stability and wellness, making it attractive for those seeking long-term hospitality careers.
Hourly pay for Pantry Cooks in North Salt Lake typically ranges from $17.00 to $20.00, reflecting the specialized skills required for fast-paced, high-volume cooking environments like the Dallas Convention Center. Wages may vary based on experience and certifications.
A Pantry Cook works closely with front counter staff to fulfill orders promptly while ensuring product quality and portion accuracy. Team communication and maintaining cleanliness standards are crucial to smooth kitchen operations during events.
While Utah’s food safety regulations align with federal guidelines, some venues may require additional sanitation protocols to handle high guest volumes safely. Staying updated on Utah Department of Health advisories helps Pantry Cooks maintain compliance and guest confidence.
Daily duties include preparing and packaging menu items to order, operating grills and fryers, restocking workstations, and ensuring all food products are served fresh and at correct temperatures. Maintaining a clean workstation and following portion control are also integral.