Cook, Highmark Stadium

Delaware North; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a seasonal Cook at a renowned stadium, where you'll be part of a dynamic culinary team dedicated to excellence. Your role will involve preparing delicious food for guests while ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about the culinary arts. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and love creating memorable experiences, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of previous experience in a back-of-the-house food service position.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to comply with all portion sizes and quality standards.
• Keep workstation and equipment clean, organized, and stocked.

Skills

Food Preparation

Basic Math Skills

Food Safety Standards

Education

No high school diploma or GED required

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is searching for seasonal Cooks to join our team at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. As a Cook, you will partake in important food preparation for guest orders and communicate with serving team members. Join our culinary team that values innovation, teamwork, and the pursuit of culinary excellence.

Pay

$16.00 - $17.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Employee assistance program
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• 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, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Prepare food to comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly, the freshness and quality of all menu items, and packages all products to proper specifications
• Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheet
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory

More about you

• At least1 year of previous experience in a back-of-the-house food service position
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes
• Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more, reach up to seven feet, bend, and squat
• Standing and walking for the entire length of shift in moderate to high noise levels
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment

Shift details

Day shift
Evening shift
On call
Weekends
8 hour shift
12 hour shift
Overtime as needed
Event based

Who we are

Delaware North operates concessions, and premium dining at Highmark Stadium since dating back to 1992. The 71,870-seat venue is home of the NFL's Buffalo Bills. Our culinary team creates locally and regionally inspired fare for the stadium's concession outlets. Premium dining includes suites and clubs offering in-seat service.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? 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. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.