Grill Cook (LOCAL ONLY)

LOCAL only! Hire must reside near or in Bismarck, ND.

Job Title: Grill CookReports To: Operations Manager or Food & Beverage Manager

Are you ready to be part of a winning culture? Bismark Larks is seeking passionate, dedicated, and values-driven individuals for various positions across our organization. We are committed to building a world-class team, and while specific openings may vary, we are always looking for top talent to join our year-round applicant pool.

By applying here, you are expressing general interest in joining our organization for roles that align with your skills and our core values. If you are confident you will enhance these principles and contribute to a thriving environment - we want you!

About Bismark Larks

We are more than just a Baseball Team / Softball Team / Event Company; we are an integral part of our community dedicated to excellence, innovation, and delivering unforgettable experiences. We believe our success is powered by our people, who embody our core values every single day.

We live by our Core Values. Our values guide our decisions, our interactions, and our mission. If these resonate with you, you belong here!

• Experience Obsessed: We are relentless in pursuing exceptional experiences for our fans, partners, customers, stakeholders and each other. We focus on every detail to create moments that matter.
• Positive Energy: We bring enthusiasm, optimism, and a can-do attitude to work everyday. We uplift our teammates and create a vibrant, fun, and resilient environment.
• Innovating Constantly: We embrace change, challenge the status quo, and actively seek better ways to do things. We are never satisfied with just "good enough."
• Community Builder: We are dedicated to making a positive impact on our local community. We listen, we volunteer, and we use our platform to give back.
  
  

Job Summary

The Grill Cook is responsible for the fast, efficient, and sanitary preparation and cooking of high-volume concession food items (e.g., hot dogs, burgers, sausages, grilled chicken) during stadium events. This role focuses on maintaining a clean, well-stocked, and safe grill station, quickly fulfilling customer orders, and ensuring all grilled products meet quality and presentation standards in a busy, fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Grill Operations: Set up and stock the grill station before events. Safely operate and maintain commercial grills, flat tops, and warming equipment in a concession stand environment.
• High-Volume Cooking: Efficiently prepare and cook all menu items, including continuous grilling and batch cooking to meet peak demand during event rush periods (e.g., between innings).
• Food Quality & Safety: Monitor food temperatures, ensuring all products are cooked to proper internal temperatures and held at safe serving temperatures. Maintain a consistent quality and appearance for all items.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and personal hygiene. Maintain the immediate work area, cleaning the grill, flat top, and surrounding surfaces throughout the event and completing a thorough breakdown at the conclusion of service.
• Inventory & Stocking: Organize and stock raw materials and prepped items at the grill station. Communicate with supervisors regarding low stock levels and potential bottlenecks.
• Team Communication: Work collaboratively with concession counter staff and kitchen team to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
• Availability: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the event schedule.
  
  

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience (6 months) as a grill cook, line cook, or in a high-volume concession/fast-food environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of standard cooking methods and food safety procedures.
• Possession of a valid local food handler's permit or willingness to obtain one upon hiring.
• Strong verbal communication skills to interact with team members.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours) on hard surfaces.
• Ability to perform frequent, repeated, and sustained lifting, carrying, and pushing of items.
• Ability to frequently lift and move supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds (with assistance if necessary).
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced, high-temperature, and noisy environment, often exposed to heat from the grill and steam.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.