
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art stadium
Experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Career growth opportunities
Inclusive and respectful workplace culture
comprehensive safety training
Equal opportunity employer
Job Description
Legends Global is a premier partner to the world's most extraordinary live events, venues, and brands, offering a fully integrated suite of premium services. With a vast network spanning over 450 venues globally, hosting approximately 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests annually, Legends Global exemplifies excellence through their commitment to feasibility and consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and stadiums. Their culture is rooted in respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. They strive to build an inclusive, authentic, and impactful workplace where employees can grow their careers while being part of a winning team. At Legends Global, winning is every day, achieved through unity and teamwork. The organization explicitly encourages applications from Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans, embracing diversity and equal opportunity.
Legends Global is seeking dedicated Cooks to join their team at the new Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, NY, which is set to open in the 2026 NFL season as the new home of the Buffalo Bills. This stadium represents the largest construction project in Western New York history, designed with state-of-the-art technology to enhance the fan experience. As a Cook at Highmark Stadium, you will play a vital role in the preparation and production of assigned menu items with precision, following the Legends' culinary specifications, recipes, techniques, and sanitation standards. This fast-paced, team-oriented role offers an exciting opportunity to work amidst the energy and fervor of live stadium events. The role demands an individual who is motivated and enthusiastic about consistently producing high-quality food in compliance with HACCP standards for food safety and sanitation, managing food inventory, maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment, and being an active team player with strong communication and organizational skills. The position requires stamina, with duties involving standing, twisting, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions, sometimes under loud and variable weather conditions. The Cook must be physically fit to handle lifting and transporting food items weighing up to 50 pounds. This role also demands flexibility to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and major stadium and catering events. Compensation is competitive, with wages between $19 and $21 per hour, commensurate with experience. This role is a fantastic pathway for culinary professionals eager to gain experience at a high-profile venue and be part of the vibrant Buffalo sports and entertainment scene.
Legends Global is seeking dedicated Cooks to join their team at the new Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, NY, which is set to open in the 2026 NFL season as the new home of the Buffalo Bills. This stadium represents the largest construction project in Western New York history, designed with state-of-the-art technology to enhance the fan experience. As a Cook at Highmark Stadium, you will play a vital role in the preparation and production of assigned menu items with precision, following the Legends' culinary specifications, recipes, techniques, and sanitation standards. This fast-paced, team-oriented role offers an exciting opportunity to work amidst the energy and fervor of live stadium events. The role demands an individual who is motivated and enthusiastic about consistently producing high-quality food in compliance with HACCP standards for food safety and sanitation, managing food inventory, maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment, and being an active team player with strong communication and organizational skills. The position requires stamina, with duties involving standing, twisting, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions, sometimes under loud and variable weather conditions. The Cook must be physically fit to handle lifting and transporting food items weighing up to 50 pounds. This role also demands flexibility to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and major stadium and catering events. Compensation is competitive, with wages between $19 and $21 per hour, commensurate with experience. This role is a fantastic pathway for culinary professionals eager to gain experience at a high-profile venue and be part of the vibrant Buffalo sports and entertainment scene.
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to lift and transport food and other items weighing up to 30 pounds, occasionally 50 pounds
- Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays including all games and major stadium and catering events
- Practice safe work habits and follow safety policies, procedures and regulations
- Complete company-wide safety training and additional job specific safety training
Job Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- ServSafe Allergens and Food Handler preferred or ability to attain required food safety certifications prior to working events
- Elevated time management, organizational, and prioritizing skills
- Ability to lift and transport food and other items weighing up to 30 pounds, occasionally 50 pounds
- Flexibility to work extended hours including late nights, weekends and holidays
- Practice safe work habits and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations
Job Duties
- Follow executive chef, sous chefs and/or culinary supervisors/leads assignments for opening and closing procedures and food preparation
- Prepare food items by complying with portion size, quality standards, departmental rules, policies and procedures
- Maintain HACCP standards ensuring a high-quality level of food, food temperatures, rotation of product, cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen including walk-in coolers, dry storage, shelves, walls, floors and drains
- Ensure all food preparation equipment is clean, sanitized, and kept in a safe and operable condition
- Report issues to lead or supervisor
- Identify and store meats, poultry, seafood, pasta, starches, dairy products, and all other food items according to established standards
- Participate as a team player with specific responsibilities related to preparation, excellent service, and delivery of products
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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