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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Green Bay Packers, PMI seek employees for the coming NFL season
The Green Bay Packers and PMI Entertainment Group need workers for the coming NFL season. The Packers are looking to fill gameday roles in guest services and security. Delaware North Sportservice, the Packers' food and beverage service provider, is seeking to fill a variety of part-time and gameday positions, with representatives available to speak with interested parties at June 3 and June 10 job fairs. Advertisement The job fairs are scheduled for: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. June 3, at the Johnsonville Tailgate Village 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. June 10, at the Johnsonville Tailgate Village 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. June 26, at the Verizon Loft in Lambeau Field On-site interviews will be conducted at each job fair. Applicants may park in Lambeau Field Lot 4 on the east side of the stadium, adjacent to Oneida Street. The lot can be entered off Lombardi Avenue. For the June 26 fair in the Verizon Loft, attendees can enter the stadium through the American Family Insurance Gate. Guest services staff members will be on site to direct individuals to the Verizon Loft. Qualifications listed for Packers job applicants Applicants must be at least 16 years old for guest services positions and security positions. Qualifications for the positions include strong verbal communication and conversation skills, trouble-shooting skills, ability to stay focused on job responsibilities, and ability to stand throughout the entire shift. Individuals seeking gameday roles must be available for all home games, any potential playoff games and other Lambeau Field events as needed. Advertisement Anyone interested in a Packers position can apply online at PMI wants to hire ushers, parking attendants PMI Entertainment Group is looking to hire parking attendants and ushers for Lambeau Field events and for all 2025 Packers home games. PMI Entertainment Group manages many of the game-day operations for the Packers and is looking to hire customer service-oriented individuals. Parking attendants will work in parking lots in and around Lambeau Field. Ushers will assist fans once they're inside the stadium. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Applications can be completed online. Job-related questions can be emailed to The Packers' home schedule this season is: Preseason: 7 p.m. Aug. 9, New York Jets 3 p.m. Aug. 23, Seattle Seahawks Advertisement Regular season: 3:25 p.m. Sept. 7, Detroit Lions 7:15 p.m. Sept. 11, Washington Commanders 3:25 p.m. Oct. 12, Cincinnati Bengals Noon Nov. 2, Carolina Panthers 7:15 p.m. Nov. 10, Philadelphia Eagles Noon Nov. 23, Minnesota Vikings Noon Dec. 7, Chicago Bears TBD, Dec. 27/28, Baltimore Ravens Contact Richard Ryman at rryman@ Follow him on Twitter at @RichRymanPG, on Instagram at @rrymanPG or on Facebook at This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Green Bay Packers, PMI seek employees for the 2025-26 NFL season
Axios
13-05-2025
- Business
- Axios
Inside the PGA Championship's all-inclusive food production
130,000 8-ounce burgers and 90,000 hot dogs — that's how many burgers and dogs Eric Babcook and his team with Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group expect people to eat during the PGA Championship in Charlotte. Why it matters: Unlike when the tournament took place in Charlotte in 2017, the PGA Championship's equivalent of a general admission ticket (Championship+) now includes unlimited food and nonalcoholic beverages. Context: Babcook, who is Delaware North's general manager of the PGA of America Championship, has spent the last two years planning for this. The 2022 PGA Championship was the first year they introduced all-inclusive food and beverage from Thursday to Sunday. The 2023 PGA Championship switched to the current model, making food and beverage inclusive for the entire week. The goal is to get people back to watching golf faster, tournament director Jason Soucy says. Between the lines: The PGA Championship is expected to draw roughly 200,000 people. That's a lot of people to feed. How it works: Your Championship+ ticket gets you access to five markets. You'll select one drink, one entrée and one snack. You can go back as many times as you want. There will also be bars stationed around the course where you can purchase alcohol, which is not included in your ticket. What to expect: Everything is prepared onsite. Breakfast options for Championship+ ticket holders include sausage, egg and cheese on a biscuit, crispy chicken biscuits and Krispy Kreme donuts. Drinks include water, Gatorade and other PepsiCo. products. Lunch options include salads and sandwiches, plus: Butchers grind cheeseburger All-beef hot dog Grilled chicken sandwich Country sausage with cheddar Plant-based burger What they're saying: Patina Group executive chef Ed Milan says each tournament's menu varies based on the season and location. Charlotte's, for instance, will have spring flavors with a nod to barbecue. Milan and his team spent two and a half weeks testing the menu in Los Angeles in February. Premium areas will have four types of barbecue sauce: a Cheerwine sauce, bourbon, Eastern Carolina and a standard barbecue sauce. There will be 75 gallons of Eastern Carolina barbecue sauce, Milan says. They've also made over 1,000 gallons of bourbon brine. By the numbers: The tournament's 700,000-square-foot production kitchen opened earlier this week. It's a 24-hour operation with 11 kitchens across the course, 200 cooks and 58 chefs working the tournament. Ultimately, more than 1,000 people will contribute to the food and beverage experience. They're expecting to go through 15,000 cases of beer, 5,600 bottles of vodka and 3,200 bottles of bourbon, Babcook says. Cocktails start at $16.50. Beer starts at $14.50. Wine is $13.50. Seltzers are $15.50. There will be over 135 tractor-trailers for storage and refrigeration over the week of the tournament.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Patina Restaurant Group Rebrands as Patina Group and Unveils Growth Plans to Double Restaurant Footprint by 2030
Delaware North's premium lifestyle division enters a bold new era, blending culinary excellence with radical hospitality at scale across North America A Fresh Take on Culinary Excellence Hospitality Redefined New York, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patina Group, formerly known as Patina Restaurant Group, has officially unveiled a bold new brand identity that reflects its evolution from a singular fine dining restaurant to a modern, lifestyle-driven hospitality brand. The announcement marks a new chapter for the company, one that celebrates its legacy while embracing an ambitious path forward: to double its restaurant portfolio by 2030. Founded in 1989 as the Patina restaurant — and known for earning Los Angeles' first Michelin star — Patina Group today operates more than 40 restaurants and offerings across North America. Patina's catering division delivers world-class hospitality at prestigious events for clients including serving as the official catering partner to the PGA of America inclusive of the PGA Championship and the 2025 Ryder Cup. The brand has also long been associated with iconic cultural institutions, including The Grand Tier Restaurant, which is set within one of the most spectacular cultural destinations in the world — Lincoln Center's Metropolitan Opera House. With venues and strong partnerships with iconic institutions such as Lincoln Center and Disney Parks & Resorts, Patina is redefining what premium hospitality means — through culinary innovation, radical hospitality, and experiences that scale without compromise. 'The new Patina Group identity is not just a design update — it's a declaration of who we are and where we're headed,' said John Kolaski, President of Patina Group. 'We've always stood for excellence in every experience. Now with a bold new vision, we're scaling that excellence to meet today's appetite for premium lifestyle dining, from the stadium to the stage and everywhere in between.' Patina Group's growth strategy centers on expanding chef-led restaurants, large-scale events, entertainment and cultural-adjacent dining, and corporate hospitality. Key initiatives include: Hundredfold expansion, a new American brasserie developed in partnership with James Beard Award Winning Chef Timothy Hollingsworth, opening soon at Belmont Park Village in New York. Additional locations are already in development, with ten locations projected by 2030. Scalable restaurant concepts with both new Patina-developed brands — like Hundredfold — and strategic acquisitions of high-potential brands. Partnerships with renowned chefs similar to the brand's work with Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán (Paseo, Centrico, Tiendita in Downtown Disney) and Iron Chef Morimoto (Momosan Ramen in Boston, Morimoto Asia in Orlando). Expansion within luxury catering and the launch of new 'eatertainment' experiences. Strategic investment in content and storytelling platforms. Unlocking premium dining and catering opportunities across the global network of parent company Delaware North, one of the largest privately held hospitality companies in the world. The updated name and visual identity — clean, elegant and timeless — align with Patina Group's commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences in every setting. As Patina Group enters this next era, the brand remains firmly rooted in its founding values: culinary excellence and radical hospitality. With its eyes on the future, Patina Group is poised to lead the next generation of premium hospitality — at scale, and with soul. Join the journey by following @patinagroup or visiting # # # About Patina GroupPatina Group is the premium lifestyle division of Delaware North, delivering culinary excellence and radical hospitality at scale. From iconic restaurants and cultural institutions to world-class events and destination venues, Patina creates thoughtful, chef-driven experiences that blend timeless quality with modern creativity. Founded in Los Angeles in 1989—and the first restaurant in the city to earn a Michelin star—Patina has grown into a national hospitality leader with over 40 unique restaurant concepts and more than 4.3 million guests annually. Its venues include celebrated partnerships with Lincoln Center, The Empire State Building, The Plaza Hotel, Disney Parks & Resorts, and more—alongside culinary collaborations with renowned chefs including Iron Chef Morimoto, Carlos Gaytán, and James Beard Award-winner Timothy Hollingsworth. Patina also produces elevated, large-scale catering experiences for some of the world's most prestigious events. With a vision grounded in innovation, storytelling, and the comfort of unforgettable food, Patina Group is redefining hospitality—one experience at a time. For more information, visit Attachments A Fresh Take on Culinary Excellence Hospitality Redefined CONTACT: Brian Rosman Patina Restaurant Group 615.656.7171 brian@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBS News
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
From 2-foot-long burritos to birthday cake milkshakes, a new MLB season brings new menus to the ballpark
From a new 125th anniversary birthday cake milkshake in Chicago to 2-foot-long burritos in Texas, MLB stadiums are offering up much more than just the games this season. Hours before the Texas Rangers take the field, chef Cris Vasquez and his team of 180 cooks fire up eight kitchens spread across Globe Life Stadium to begin cooking up 42,000 meals. The house specialty: BBQ brisket and pulled pork, smoked in house. The Rangers helped to usher in an era of viral big ticket food items with their 24-inch boomstick hot dog back in 2012. They still sell more than 100 at every home game. "People like to eat. They want to see something different, a ballpark, not just traditional nachos, hot dogs. They want to see something more, so every year we have to come up with something fun, something wild," Vasquez said. This year, they're selling a 26-inch burrito, packed with almost 3.5 pounds of taco meat, rice, black beans and cheese – costing $36. "I didn't think it's gonna be this big, but I'm pregnant and it sounded good," Mary Ellen Sorrell said laughing. The Boomstick Burrito is a massive 26-inch flour tortilla filled with rice, beans, seasoned taco meat, Rico's Nacho Cheese, pico de gallo, lettuce and sour cream. Served in four shareable portions at the Texas Rangers' games. Delaware North Signature dishes at ballparks Stadium concessions are big business. Fans spend an average of about $75 on food and drinks at an MLB game with teams finding demand for special premium offerings. "You only come to the game every once in a while, right? So might as well go big," said Reid Walker, who ordered the original boomstick hot dog. Lou Piuggi is the head chef at Delaware North that provides food service to 10 big league parks. He said signature dishes keep fans engaged. Big ticket food items that are new this season include the "lob dog" for San Diego Padres fans: a hot dog topped with grilled lobster, Milwaukee Brewers fans can catch a brat flight at a game and the Cleveland Guardians have done their own twist on a cheesesteak hot dog. Last season, the Chicago White Sox finished on the baseball field with the league's worst record, but their biggest home run was the campfire milkshake. This season, the team is celebrating 125 years with a birthday cake milkshake. The ballpark's menu will also feature the El Diablo Korean dog with mozzarella wrapped in Flamin' Hot Cheetos and a special sauce, letting fans get a taste they won't soon forget. The Home Run Stack at the Atlanta Braves stadium is a towering indulgence featuring three slices of toasted brioche layered with two CAB beef patties, large slabs of Hungarian candied bacon and smoked brisket. Topped with tangy pickled onion slaw, Carolina golden BBQ sauce and Coca-Cola BBQ sauce, then crowned with crispy jumbo onion rings. Served with a side of golden french fries. Delaware North
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
A word (or two) of advice: Who's speaking at MetroWest college graduations?
The time is nearly here for caps and gowns, as the Class of 2025 prepares for commencement exercises at area colleges and universities. On their way out, they will be treated to words of wisdom from business people, academics, media figures, state officials and, in the case of Dean College, one of their own. What follows is some basic information about who has been chosen to deliver keynote speeches at undergraduate graduation ceremonies throughout MetroWest: When: 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 24 Where: DCU Center Arena and Convention Center, Worcester Commencement speaker: NBC10 Boston news anchor Latoyia Edwards. Known for her work with NBC10 Boston and NECN, she has been a prominent figure in New England journalism for more than two decades. She was named one of Boston Magazine's Most Influential Bostonians in 2023. 'Her inspiring journey, commitment to community engagement and dedication to storytelling as a vehicle for making connections resonate deeply with our mission to empower students to lead with purpose and integrity,' Framingham State University President Nancy Niemi said in a prepared statement. When: 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 Where: In front of Dean Hall, along Awpie Way, Franklin Commencement speaker: Communications major Amanda Shields (student speaker). For two years, she has been a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), the nation's largest leadership honor society. Students are nominated by their college or university for membership based on academic standing and leadership potential. Shields has also served as student manager of Dean's baseball team. When: 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 17 Where: Bentley University Football Stadium, Waltham Commencement speaker: Jerry Jacobs Jr., CEO of Delaware North and an alternate governor of the Boston Bruins. A graduate of Georgetown University, he joined Delaware North, a multinational food service and hospitality company based in Buffalo, New York, in 1989. In 2015, Jeremy Jacobs Sr. named Jerry Jr. and his brother Louis co-heads of Delaware North. When: 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 18 Where: Gosman Sports and Convention Center, Waltham Commencement speaker: American Judaism historian and professor Jonathan D. Sarna. He teaches in Brandeis' department of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies and serves as director of the university's Schusterman Center for Israel Studies. Sarna is regarded as one of the most prominent historians of American Judaism. His 2004 book, "American Judaism: A History, received the National Jewish Booh Award. When: 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 29 Where: MassBay's main campus in Wellesley Hills Commencement speaker: Patrick Tutwiler, Massachusetts secretary of education. For the time being, he's also interim commissioner of the Department of Early and Secondary Education after Russell Johnston's departure in March. Tutwiler holds a PhD from Boston College's Lynch School of Education and Human Development. When: 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 Where: Leader Bank Pavillion in Boston's Seaport District Commencement speaker: Beverly Malone, president and CEO for the National League for Nursing, which promotes excellence in nursing education. The American Nurses Association (ANA) named her as its 2024 Hall of Fame Award recipient. Malone also served as federal deputy assistant secretary for health under President Clinton. When: 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 16 Where: Severance Green, Wellesley Commencement speaker: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Isabel Wilkerson. In 1994, she became the first Black journalist to win a Pulitzer Prize for individual reporting and first Black woman to win a journalism Pulitzer, according to the National Association of Black Jourmalists. Former Chicago bureau chief for The New York Times. This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: Who's speaking at MetroWest college graduations?
