Top 35 Culinary Jobs in Van Buren, Ar

Cook | Part-Time | Fort Smith Convention Center
Oak View Group —Fort Smith, AR
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
COOK (FULL TIME)
Morrison Healthcare —Fort Smith, AR
- $17 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Executive Chef / Director, Food & Beverage | Full-Time | Fort Smith Convention Center
Oak View Group —Fort Smith, AR
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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RETAIL SHIFT SUPERVISOR (FULL TIME)
Morrison Healthcare —Fort Smith, AR
- $25 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Dietary Aide
Riverside Health Services —Arkoma, OK
- $10 - $11 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
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PATIENT SERVICES LEAD (FULL TIME)
Morrison Healthcare —Fort Smith, AR
- $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Hospital
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Culinary Services Aide
Forefront Healthcare —Fort Smith, AR
- $14 an hour
- ServSafe
- HIPAA
- English
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Dishwasher - Part-Time
Forefront Healthcare —Fort Smith, AR
- $14 an hour
- Part-time
- HIPAA
- English
- Entry level
On-Call Food & Beverage Team Member
Cherokee Nation Entertainment —Roland, OK
- Part-time
- Bar
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook
Red Lobster —Fort Smith, AR
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Breakfast Cook
Interstate Inn —Roland, OK
- $10 - $12 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Kitchen
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Food and Beverage Supervisor
Cherokee Nation Entertainment —Roland, OK
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible spending account
- Parental leave
Dishwasher
Red Lobster —Fort Smith, AR
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Dishwasher
LongHorn Steakhouse —Fort Smith, AR
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
Food and Beverage Manager
Cherokee Nation Entertainment —Roland, OK
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible spending account
- Parental leave
Cook 2 - Associate Dining
Choctaw Nation —Pocola, OK
- $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Entry level
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The Saucy Rooster —Sallisaw, OK
- From $8 an hour
- Temporary
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Cook | Part-Time | Fort Smith Convention Center

Oak View Group -
Fort Smith, AR

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Job Details

Part-time
$16.50 - $18.00 an hour

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Employee relationship building

Full Job Description

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 Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality food for large-scale catered events, banquets, conferences, and concessions within the Convention Center and Performing Arts Center. This role supports culinary operations by preparing menu items according to standardized recipes and production schedules while maintaining food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.

The Cook works in a fast-paced, event-driven environment producing large quantities of food for banquets, receptions, conferences, and theater concessions. This position requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently during high-volume service periods.

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.50-$18.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

About the Venue:

The Fort Smith Convention Center offers 116,800 square feet of usable, infinitely-flexible event space including 40,000 sq. ft. Exhibit Hall, 8 Meeting Rooms and over 3,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space. The Convention Center also boasts a 1,331-seat a state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center just steps from historic downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Production

Prepare food for large-scale banquets, catered events, meetings, and concessions.
Follow standardized recipes, portion sizes, and production schedules.
Assist with bulk food preparation including proteins, vegetables, sauces, and side dishes.
Prepare and assemble concession items for performances and events.
Ensure all food items meet presentation and quality standards.
Assist in preparing and staging food for large banquets and catered events.
Work with the culinary team to meet event timelines and service schedules.
Support buffet, plated banquet, and concession service operations.
Help with event setup, breakdown, and replenishment of food stations.
Maintain compliance with all health department regulations and food safety standards.
Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature control procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times.
Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage areas.
Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food products.
Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to supervisors.
Properly operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, and steamers.
Work efficiently during high-volume event service periods.
Work closely with chefs, kitchen staff, and event teams to ensure successful event execution.
Maintain a positive and cooperative work environment.
Assist with other kitchen duties as assigned.
Show demonstrated ability to meer the company standard for excellent.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Culinary training or certification is a plus.
1–3 years of experience in food preparation, catering, banquet kitchens, or high-volume food service preferred.
Experience in convention centers, hotels, stadiums, or event venues is a plus.
Ability to work/communicate in a high-volume, team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven, kitchen environment.
Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
Strong time management and teamwork skills.
Ability to follow recipes and production instructions accurately.
Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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