Prep Cook | Part-Time | Grand River Conference Center
- Location
- Dubuque, IA
- Employment
- Part Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $15 – $16/hr
- H-1B history
- 1 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
About this role
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Prep Cook | Part-Time | Grand River Conference Center
Location
US-IA-Dubuque
Job Post Information* : Posted Date
4 minutes ago (10/14/2026 1:42 PM)
Job ID
2026-35452
Location Name
Grand River Conference Center
Category
Customer Service / Support
Type
Regular Part-Time
Location : Location
US-IA-Dubuque
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Oak View Group
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
https://www.oakviewgroup.com/
Location : Postal Code
52001
Location : Address
500 Bell St
Job Post Information* : Post End Date
12/31/2026
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 Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food and assisting in the preparation of items in the various kitchen operations throughout the facility. The Prep Cook should understand the proper cooking and holding procedures to not sacrifice the quality or freshness of the product. The Prep Cook must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need. The Prep Cook may be asked to assist with dishwashing at times and be knowledgeable in operating an industrial dishwasher. This role will pay an hourly rate of $15.00 - $16.00. Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.
About the Venue
The Grand River Conference Center is a full-service meeting and event facility located in the heart of downtown Dubuque, Iowa. Newly renovated in 2020, featuring over 80,000+ square feet of meeting and exhibition space for events up to 2,000.
Responsibilities
Responsible for cooking and packaging food products, which are 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. Assisting with dishwashing and maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and work areas as needed. 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 the floor is swept and mopped at the end of the shift. Is 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. Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED. Previous experience as a prep cook or line cook preferred. Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that 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.
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