Beverage Manager - M&T Bank Stadium

Compass Group; Thunder Bay; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Beverage Manager, where you will oversee operations at a renowned venue. This role requires a dynamic leader with a passion for food and beverage, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence. You will collaborate closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, manage a dedicated team, and implement innovative strategies to enhance service quality. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong background in restaurant management, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant industry.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of fine dining restaurant management experience required.
• Strong food and wine knowledge, including pairings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations to ensure high standards of guest experience.
• Train and develop team members following company policies.
• Achieve daily sales and cost goals while maintaining quality.

Skills

Operations Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food and Wine Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

MS Office

POS Systems

Job description

Levy Sector

Position: Beverage Manager - M&T Bank Stadium

Pay Range: $55,000 - $75,000

Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy's diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary:

The Beverage Manager is responsible for working alongside the Director of Food & Beverage to oversee our Operations team at the location, ensuring high standards of guest experience, safety, and financial performance. The ideal candidate will be an experienced food and beverage leader, a great coach who can motivate the team and drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand all menus, product offerings, packaging, and pricing.
• Ensure all concession areas are properly displayed and merchandised.
• Execute all security, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Provide operational planning to meet staffing and inventory needs for each concession event.
• Follow and execute preventative maintenance schedules as set by the Director of Concessions.
• Hold team accountable to steps of service to deliver excellent guest service.
• Maintain show quality standards at all times.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, guests, subcontractors, not-for-profits, and Levy team members.
• Gather feedback from clients and guests to improve operations.
• Address departmental guest service issues promptly.
• Implement menus, promotions, and programs as outlined by the Director of Operations, adhering to Levy standards.
• Achieve daily sales and cost goals.
• Meet budget targets.
• Enforce responsible alcohol service policies.
• Verify opening and closing inventories accurately.
• Complete daily reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure department reports are completed for month-end closing.
• Adhere to Levy guidelines as per training manuals and employee handbook.
• Forecast and schedule team members to meet operational needs.
• Ensure proper cash handling procedures.
• Maintain fully stocked and operational concession areas.
• Train and maintain POS systems and concession equipment.
• Conduct regular team meetings for communication.
• Hire, train, and develop team members following Levy policies.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or higher preferred.
• 2-4 years of fine dining restaurant management experience.
• Strong food and wine knowledge, including pairings.
• Operations management experience with purchasing knowledge.
• Excellent communication and computer skills, including MS Office.
• ServSafe certification preferred.