Cook 3, KeyBank Center

About the Role

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Cooks to join our team at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. As a Cook 3, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team members, operate kitchen equipment, uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations, and monitor quantities, labor, and overhead costs. If you are ready to make a sizzling impact and create unforgettable dining experiences, apply to join our team today.

Pay

$19.00 / hour

Responsibilities

• Review menus and customer orders to determine the types and quantities of food to be prepared, ensuring compliance with portion sizes, quality standards, and proper food temperatures.
• Maintain food storage, freshness, and quality, and package products to specifications.
• Keep workstations, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Follow waste control guidelines and record waste on the spoilage sheet.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties, and conduct end-of-day inventory.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of previous experience in a back-of-house foodservice position.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.
• Basic math skills to calculate and follow recipe measurements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to and from freezers and ovens.
• Ability to reach up to seven feet, twist, bend, and squat.
• Standing and walking for the entire length of the shift in moderate to high noise levels.
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids, and operate kitchen equipment.
• Exposed to variable temperatures.

Schedule

Events, Days, Evenings

About Us

Delaware North operates concessions, clubs, and suites for the NHL's Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center and has been a partner of the Sabres since 1970. We manage concession outlets, suites, and clubs, including a members-only fine dining restaurant, at the 19,200-seat arena. At Delaware North, you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history. Our operations span the world, offering unique paths to growth and success. With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places.

Benefits

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer. All team members receive benefits including weekly pay, training and development opportunities, employee discounts, and flexible work schedules. Eligible team members may also receive health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.