Cook 2, KeyBank Center at KeyBank Center - Delaware North

The opportunityDelaware North Sportservice is hiring part-time Cooks to join our team at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. As a Cook, you will be a visible leader in a kitchen that nurtures your culinary talents and celebrates your creativity. You will review menus, prepare food, operate kitchen equipment, and uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations. If you want to be part of a passionate team that values collaboration, growth, and the pursuit of culinary excellence, apply today.Pay $17.00 - $18.49 / hourInformation on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.What we offerWe 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 payEmployee assistance program Training and development opportunitiesEmployee discountsFlexible work schedulesEligible 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 are maintained, and packages all products to proper specificationsKeep workstations, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stockedUse waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheetPerform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelinesMore about youAt least 1 year of previous experience in a back-of-the-house foodservice positionAbility to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipesBasic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurementsPhysical requirementsMust be able to lift 50 lbs or more, reach up to seven feet, bend, and squatStanding and walking for the entire length of shift in moderate to high noise levelsManual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipmentExposed to variable temperatures Shift detailsEventsWho we areDelaware 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, the year the team was founded. We manage concession outlets, suites, and clubs, including a members-only fine dining restaurant, at the 19,200-seat arena.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.