Prep Cook | Part-Time | Santander Arena

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Prep Cook | Part-Time | Santander Arena

Location

US-PA-Reading

Job Post Information* : Posted Date

2 minutes ago (9/14/2026 9:08 AM)

Job ID

2026-34833

Location Name

Santander Arena

Category

Food & Beverage Management

Type

Regular Part-Time

Location : Location

US-PA-Reading

Job Post Information* : External Company Name

Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL

https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code

19602

Location : Address

700 Penn Street

Job Post Information* : Post End Date

12/18/2026

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.

The Prep Cook   is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Prep Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guests' satisfaction. Portion control, food waste, and sanitation are additional areas that the Prep Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen. This role pays an hourly rate of $20.00 . Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching. This position will remain open until December 18, 2026.

Santander Arena , located in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania, is a versatile venue that serves as the home arena for the Reading Royals, the ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. The Santander Arena has hosted an array of live events, including concerts, Disney on Ice, and other family-friendly events, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

Responsible for providing high-quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests. Prepare hot and cold foods following company recipes and portioning requirements. Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of products . 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. D emonstrate ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Previous cook or prep cook experience. 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, businesslike, 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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