Line Cook | Part-Time | Stormont Vail Events Center
Topeka, KS$12–$14/hrPosted Jul 17, 2026
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Line Cook | Part-Time | Stormont Vail Events Center
Location
US-KS-Topeka
Job Post Information* : Posted Date
4 days ago(7/17/2026 5:15 PM)
Job ID
2026-33264
Location Name
Stormont Vail Events Center
Category
Culinary / Kitchen Management
Type
Regular Part-Time
Location : Location
US-KS-Topeka
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Oak View Group
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
https://www.oakviewgroup.com/
Location : Postal Code
66612
Location : Address
1 Expocentre Drive
Job Post Information* : Post End Date
10/16/2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
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 $12.00-$14.00 and is tip eligible. Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching This position will remain open until October 16, 2026.
About the Venue
Stormont Vail Events Center is the premier entertainment, exhibition, and convention venue in Northeast Kansas. The facilities in central Topeka are owned by Shawnee County and managed by Oak View Group. Our five buildings include a newly renovated 10,000-seat arena; a newly renovated exhibit hall with over 78,000 sq. ft. of open space; a livestock facility with a show arena, exercise arena, and stalls; and two community buildings used for numerous small- and medium-sized functions.
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.Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Qualifications
Previous cook or prep cook experience highly preferred.Able to operate standard kitchen equipment, 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 work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.Possess a valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.ServSafe preferred.
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