Concessions Cook

Legends Global; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading venue management company is hiring a Concessions Cook for its operations at PNC Field. This seasonal, part-time role involves preparing high-quality menu items, ensuring food safety, and providing excellent customer service during events. The ideal candidate should possess previous cooking experience and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential to enhance fans' experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in fast-paced situations.
• Proficiency with kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, warmers, and steam tables.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items at concession stands during games.
• Ensure food is cooked to proper temperatures and held safely.
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, steamers and other kitchen equipment safely.
• Ensure foods are cooked to proper temperatures and held safely until served.

Skills

Ability to prepare and cook concession-style foods quickly

Knowledge of basic cooking techniques

Proficiency in operating kitchen equipment

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Guest service

Food safety

Education

Previous cooking experience preferred

Experience in live entertainment or hospitality settings

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Ovens

Job description

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Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white‑label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide hosts 20,000 events and entertains 165 million guests each year, powered by expertise and execution across feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world‑class live events and venues.

Position: Concessions Cook

Department: Concessions

Reports To: Concessions Manager

Status: Seasonal, Part‑Time

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non‑Exempt

Venue / Property Info: Located at PNC Field, home of the Scranton/Wilkes‑Barre RailRiders, this role offers the opportunity to work in a professional sports and events venue. PNC Field is a 10,000‑seat professional baseball stadium featuring a full‑size ballpark, multiple concession areas, premium seating, suites, and event spaces. The venue hosts not only baseball games but also a range of other events throughout the year.

The Role

As a Concessions Cook for the RailRiders, you play a key role in preparing and cooking menu items at concession stands during home games and events. You are responsible for producing fresh, high‑quality food consistently and efficiently, following recipes, portioning guidelines, and health and safety standards to ensure guests receive delicious items served at proper temperatures.

You will work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment where maintaining cleanliness, stocking workstations, operating grills/fryers, and complying with sanitization protocols are essential. Your work directly contributes to a positive fan experience by helping deliver timely food service that meets quality expectations and enhances overall enjoyment of the ballpark.

Success in this role also requires good communication and a friendly attitude when interacting with fellow staff – all aimed at supporting excellent customer service and making every fan’s visit memorable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and assemble concession menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and quality guidelines during games and events.
• Help with pre‑event food prep and stand setup (stocking supplies, getting equipment ready).
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, steamers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure food is cooked to proper temperatures and held safely until served.
• Clean and maintain cooking equipment and concession areas to meet health and sanitation standards.
• Assist with training other concessions staff as needed.
• Follow instructions from the Concessions Manager/Lead to execute daily and event‑specific menus.
• Comply with all local health department rules, food safety regulations, and stadium policies.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary food prep, cooking, and storage areas throughout the shift.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food products to prevent spoilage or waste.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and workstations as assigned.
• Communicate with cashiers to fulfill guest orders promptly and accurately.
• Replenish food items to concession stands in a timely manner during peak service.
• Assist other kitchen and concessions staff to ensure smooth operations, especially during peak service.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Previous cooking experience preferred.
• Experience in live entertainment, sports, or hospitality settings is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prepare and cook concession‑style foods (grilled items, fried foods, hot dogs, burgers, etc.) quickly and consistently.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, portion control, and food presentation.
• Proficiency in operating kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, warmers, and steam tables.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and preparation procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in fast‑paced, dynamic, or stressful situations.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, sun exposure, and other outdoor conditions.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, often for the duration of a game or event.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and stopping while preparing food and stocking supplies.
• Ability to work in a hot, fast‑paced, and noisy kitchen environment, including exposure to grills, fryers, and steam.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet time‑sensitive demands.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.