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Cook | Part-Time | Pratt & Whitney Stadium
Company : SPECTRA
Location : East Hartford, CT, 06118
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen.
This role pays an hourly rate of $20.00-$23.00
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for cooking and packaging food product which is prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
- Receives verbal orders from the front counter staff for food product requirements for guest orders.
- Responsible for maintaining quality and production standards on all menu items. Food must be fresh and of high quality when served to the guests.
- Responsible for portion control and serving temperatures of all products served in the concession stand.
- Responsible for cleaning, stocking and restocking of workstations and displays.
- Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens.
- Ensures that all work areas and equipment are clean, food products are properly stored, utensils are clean and put away and floor is swept and mopped at end of shift. The Cook must be checked out before ending the shift by the Floor Supervisor to ensure the concession stand meets cleanliness standards.
- Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
- Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Qualifications
- Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
- Possess valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Frequently asked questions
Part-time cooks at Pratt & Whitney Stadium are pivotal during events, managing high-volume cooking equipment to prepare fresh menu items quickly. They coordinate with front counter staff to fulfill guest orders while maintaining food quality and sanitation standards essential in a fast-paced live event environment.
Success hinges on multitasking under pressure, excellent portion control, and maintaining consistent food temperatures. Being adept with large-volume cooking gear like grills and fryers, plus teamwork in a dynamic event-driven kitchen, are crucial to thrive in this specialized hospitality role.
Yes, part-time cooks gain valuable experience in large-scale food service operations, which can open doors to supervisory or full-time culinary roles within stadiums or broader hospitality sectors, leveraging skills tailored to fast-paced, high-volume environments.
SPECTRA provides competitive hourly wages between $20.00-$23.00 along with 401(k) savings plans and matching contributions, which is notable for part-time positions in stadium hospitality, supporting both financial security and future planning.
SPECTRA embraces diversity by fostering an inclusive culture that respects all backgrounds, believing this approach enhances innovation and service excellence. Their commitment to equal opportunity ensures fair treatment and a welcoming environment for all part-time cooks.
East Hartford’s stadium hospitality sector shows consistent demand for part-time cooks due to frequent events and large crowds. Local job seekers often find competitive openings at venues like Pratt & Whitney, reflecting a busy live entertainment industry in the region.
While a valid food handling certificate is often required or preferred per state regulations in Connecticut, employers also value strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen settings at stadium venues.
Given East Hartford’s traffic flow and public transit options, part-time cooks often schedule shifts around event times to avoid peak congestion. Many locals appreciate the stadium’s accessible location, which supports manageable commutes even during busy event days.
Part-time cooks at Pratt & Whitney Stadium earn between $20.00 and $23.00 per hour, which is competitive for East Hartford area hospitality roles. This wage reflects the specialized demands of stadium food service, often exceeding average pay for similar part-time cooking jobs nearby.
SPECTRA’s focus on premium hospitality at Pratt & Whitney Stadium means cooks experience a structured, quality-driven environment with clear sanitation and portion control protocols. This contrasts with some other stadium roles, offering hands-on use of large-volume cooking equipment in a fast-paced live event context.