The Buffalo Bills’ anticipation for the opening of their new Highmark Stadium reached a fever pitch on Monday as Legends Global Hospitality hosted a significant hiring event at the Kaleida Health Performance Center on One Bills Drive. The stadium’s concessions operator aimed to fill approximately 500 positions, ranging from cooks and dishwashers to bartenderscatering serverswarehouse workersretail cashiersand supervisors. Prospective employees, aged 18 and above, flocked to the event, eager to be part of this monumental project.
The hiring fair was a beacon of opportunity for many, including Aliyah Pope-Kingwho left with a job offer in hand. ‘It’s a pretty quick process,’ Pope-King shared. ‘They have the check-in stand. They had us come in, give her a little bit of our information, and then they have each different section for what you’re applying for. You interview, and then I got hired. You come right here and you finish the process.’ Pope-King’s new role as a catering server is just one of the many positions that will ensure the smooth operation of the stadium’s hospitality services.
New Hires to Shape Fan Experience at Highmark Stadium
Alexandra Hawley was another success story from the hiring fair, securing a position as a cook for the upcoming season. ‘They also tell you your pay rate and everything up front. They tell you what position you’re going to be,’ Hawley explained. The transparency and efficiency of the hiring process were evident, providing clarity and confidence to the new hires.
Matthew Maurerassistant general manager of Legends Global Hospitality Operations, emphasized the crucial role that the new staff will play in creating an exceptional fan experience. ‘The staff is really the foundation of the hospitality industry and kind of the experience that we’re trying to put forth in the new stadium,’ Maurer stated. ‘We’re really excited to bring in some new faces, some new blood, and get some people ready to bring that top-notch guest experience for the fans here.’
The design of Highmark Stadium is not just about aesthetics; it’s about functionality and efficiency. Maurer highlighted how the stadium’s layout aims to minimize wait times and maximize enjoyment. ‘Some of the stands and some of the options that we’re going to have there will be a little bit more autonomous, a little bit quicker, trying to get fans out there for the football experience more so than the hospitality experience. So trying to cut down on lines and really focus on that side of it a lot for sure,’ he explained.
Job Seekers Eager to Join the Buffalo Bills Team
Among the candidates still awaiting their interviews, Michael Lowry expressed his enthusiasm for the warehouse position he was applying for. ‘I’m here to apply for the warehouse position, and this is a good opportunity for me,’ Lowry said. ‘I would encourage anybody else that’s looking for a job to come up here too. I don’t really know what to expect, but I’m going to give it my full effort.’
Michael Bieniaswith a decade of bartending experience under his belt, was hopeful about landing a role behind the bar. ‘I’m here for a bartending position. I’ve been bartending for about 10 years, and I love the Bills. I got Bill’s fever, and it’d be nice to work for this organization in some capacity,’ Bienias shared. His passion for the team and his extensive experience made him a strong candidate for the position.
Representatives from the Bills, Highmark Stadium, and Legends Global were present at the event, providing guidance and support to the prospective employees. Additional hiring fair dates are scheduled in the near future, and job seekers can also apply online, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to be part of this exciting venture.
