Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

About the role

Dolly Parton's Stampede is the world's most visited dinner attraction located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. We serve a fabulous four-course feast to thousands of guests every night alongside a high-energy, world-class arena show. We are seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join our management team and help lead our fast-paced culinary and beverage operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Manage daily kitchen operations and food production lines to ensure seamless, synchronized food delivery during showtimes.
• Staff Training & Development: Motivate team members in food preparation, safety compliance, and guest service.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain strict quality standards for all food items while actively enforcing waste-prevention protocols.
• Safety & Sanitation: Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local health, safety, and sanitation practices (HAACP regulations).
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Facilitate clear, rapid communication between the kitchen preparation team and the arena serving staff to maintain show schedules.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Preferred but not required 3 to 5 years of leadership experience in a kitchen or dinner-theater environment.
• Knowledge: Understanding of large-scale kitchen processes, commercial equipment, and food safety protocols.

Schedule

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by the show schedule.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Significant employee discounts on tickets and merchandise across local attractions