Arena Popcorn Chef — Fast-Paced, Flexible Hours

Delaware North Co; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition and/or professional-cert Reimb

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice at TD Garden in Boston, MA is hiring a Popcorn Cook. You will prepare, cook, and serve fresh popcorn while upholding food quality, safety, and guest service standards. The role supports a fast-paced, guest-focused arena environment with varied event schedules.

The position offers $19.20 per hour with weekly pay, benefits, and opportunities for training and development. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required as events occur.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and event schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare event ordered quantities of popcorn for each event.
• Operate popcorn machines and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, appearance, and inventory levels during events.
• Clean and sanitize popcorn machines, workstations, utensils, and surrounding areas before, during, and after shifts.
• Restock popcorn supplies, seasonings, bags, oil, kernels, and other items.
• Provide friendly, courteous, and professional service to guests and team members.
• Follow all company, venue, health department, and safety regulations.
• Report equipment issues, maintenance concerns, or inventory shortages promptly.

Skills

Food service experience

Follow written/verbal instructions

Fast-paced environment

Dependable attendance

Night/weekend/holiday availability

Job description

Delaware North Sportservice at TD Garden in Boston, MA is hiring a Popcorn Cook. You will prepare, cook, and serve fresh popcorn while upholding food quality, safety, and guest service standards. The role supports a fast-paced, guest-focused arena environment with varied event schedules.

The position offers $19.20 per hour with weekly pay, benefits, and opportunities for training and development. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required as events occur.