Specialty Display Cook | Part-Time | McCormick Place Convention Center

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 Specialty Display Cook works under close supervision while assisting the Chef or Sous Chef accordingly. The Specialty Display Cook is responsible for the prepping and preparation of food as directed. The tasks assigned must be completed quickly and efficiently while still abiding by necessary guidelines that will ensure quality standards are met.

This role pays an hourly rate of $30.55 (per CBA).

Benefits as per the union agreement.

This position will remain open until April 17, 2026.

About the Venue

McCormick Place Convention Center, the largest and most versatile convention facility on the continent. Located along Chicago's stunning lakefront and minutes from downtown, our facility offers over 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space. McCormick Place, consisting of four state of the art buildings, is perfect for conferences, trade shows, corporate events, and exhibitions of any size. With top tier amenities, cutting-edge infrastructure, and views of Chicago's skyline, McCormick Place delivers a world-class event experience.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

* Adhere to Board of Health and Serv Safe regulations.

* Prepare food products as directed by recipe and/or supervisor while maintaining strict adherence to standards and speculation.

* Complete all assigned production priorities daily.

* Maintain the cleanliness of the work area according (including but not limited to refrigerators, counters, tables, storage areas, etc.)

* Equipment/tools may be available, but it is suggested that you provide and secure your own tools.

* Inform supervisor of any shortages or equipment malfunctions

* Knowledge of food quality, utilization, storage, rotation and consistency.

* Demonstrates practical understanding of kitchen sanitation.

Exhibition Style Cooking & Carving Station

* Set up and operate per specified instruction.

* Follow specific recipes and guidelines as instructed by Chef/Sous Chef

* Present and display in an "Exhibition Style"/Cooked to order.

* Complete and finish a dish per the guest selection e.g., pasta finished with sauce, vegetables and sautéed in front of guest.

* Carved meat sliced and presented per the recipe and or guest request on the front line.

* Any other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirement

* Must have a High School Diploma/GED

* Must have sufficient math ability to accurately add, subtract, divide, multiply and perform other basic business math calculations and pass basic math skills test.

* Must speak, be able to read and understand English well enough to converse with customers supervisors and employees.

* Understand written and oral direction and communicate effectively with others

Skills and Abilities

* Creates and supports a team environment

* Scheduling flexibility is essential, must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required.

* Six months of experience in a commercial kitchen.

* Conducts work efficiently to meet high demand.

* Must be able to work in a high stress environment.

* Ability to work in confined spaces for long periods of time.

* Able to work in an environment having both hot and cold temperature extremes.

* Must have a pleasant personality and adhere to Uniform Standards policy.

* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

* An Accredited ANSI Illinois Food Handler's Certification is required for this position.

Computer Skills

* This position does not require computer skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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