Concessions Manager | Full-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and mentor a staff of part-time and full-time concessions employees, including initiating employee discipline as required.
• Complete documentation of employee performance and attendance issues in accordance with company policy and practice.
• Ensure proper setup of all concession locations prior to doors. Duties may include verifying opening inventory, assigning duties to concession workers (employee/volunteer), ensuring sanitation standards are met, verifying that each location is fully operational, ascertaining levels of food production based upon projected guest attendance, and assuring that SL or NFP Stand Leader has followed proper procedures for distribution and handling of cash.
• Provide a high level of oversight and operational expertise, resulting in the smooth, efficient, and profitable execution of events.
• Oversee a large volume of inventory, order product, and manage high-volume sales.
• Manage and run all venue concessions operations before, during, and after the event. Duties include staff scheduling, employee check-in, equipment inspection, POS monitoring and troubleshooting, guest complaint resolution, training, food production, clean-up, post-event reconciliation and reporting, and any other duties as assigned by the DFB.
• Train new & current employees with regard to property procedure & best practices.
• Cover/back up any open position to ensure the location is fully operational and company standards pertaining to speed of service and guest satisfaction are met; assist with Premium Services operations and event needs, as directed.
• Provide direction and oversight to Concessions Supervisors, Stand Managers, Concession Cooks, and Cashiers.
• Ensure that all state / federal and IEC policies, procedures, and practices are adhered to, including compliance with alcohol distribution / service and food handling / sanitation guidelines and general safety policies and procedures. Report any alcohol service or other compliance issues to DFB immediately.
• Completes post-event evaluations, data compilation, tracking of monetary and product shortages, and generation of reports; serves as a resource for POS applications and training.
• Ensure work environment is safe and free from harassment or discrimination; immediately address all safety concerns, potential hazards, accidents, or incidents. Relays safety/health issues to management immediately.
• Relays safety/health issues to management immediately. Ensure event staff and volunteers are aware of workplace expectations; provide ongoing assistance, training, and mentoring to event staff and volunteers; promote a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative workplace environment by working side-by-side with staff and volunteers; reinforce procedures and practices through repetition; lead by example; and provide ongoing constructive feedback.
• Obtain working knowledge of all existing concession locations: geographical locations, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas, and facility access.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (A.A.) or greater in Culinary Management, Business Management, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years’ experience in Concessions Management, other Food & Beverage Management, or related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of inventory procedures and controls.
• Experience ordering products for a high-volume venue or facility.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, professional, and courteous manner that fosters a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to make sound business/operations decisions (i.e., regarding employee placement, staffing adjustments, and/or responding to technical, product, or equipment challenges during an event) quickly and under pressure.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc. pertaining to IEC concession operations.
• Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation, and product inventory.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

Pay

This role pays an annual salary of $75,000-$85,000.

Schedule

Flexible availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction, and strong technical (computer and POS) aptitude are required. This role pays an annual salary of $75,000-$85,000.

Company Information

Oak View Group is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.