Line Cook - Saint John Trade & Convention Centre

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.

We are looking for a professional Line Cook to be in our kitchen, following our Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ their culinary skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction. This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule that includes evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction, and strong independent decision-making skills are required.

This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00 - $22.00 CAD

Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching.

This position will remain open until November 27, 2026.

• Helping in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus
• Ensuring that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards
• Produce high-quality plates both design- and taste-wise
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Other duties as assigned by Executive Chef

• 1-2 years of experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Technical proficiency and experience demonstrating verifiable knowledge of food preparation methods.
• Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities, including co-workers, subordinates, guests, and purveyors in a variety of work situations.
• Must have effective communication skills.
• Ability to be detail-oriented, multitask, and effectively prioritize in a continuously changing environment.
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; able and willing to work nights, weekends, and long hours.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
• Ability to work closely with kitchen staff but also able to be self-motivated and cook alone as needed.
• General knowledge for the health and safety of patrons and staff.
• Must maintain a high level of concentration and comprehend detailed directions.
• Must be able to multi-task.

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.