Food & Beverage Manager Venues · Vaillant Live

ASM Global Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading venue management company is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager for its new events complex in Derby. The role involves overseeing operations, ensuring high service standards, and requires expertise in food safety and customer service. Join a transformative team that values inclusion and innovation.

Benefits

Discounted event tickets

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance policy

% Pension contribution

Healthshield support

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior role in a high-volume, customer-focused venue.
• Ability to manage financials and budgeting effectively.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Manage food and beverage operations and staff.
• Develop and improve service standards and revenue generation.
• Plan and oversee food service for events.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Care

Budget Management

Communication

Education

Level 3 Award in Food Safety for Catering

Level 2 Award in Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering

Level 2 Award in HACCP for Catering

IOSH General Certificate

Tools

EPOS systems

Job description

About LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centres and theatres.

Our organisation is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

The Venue

Vaillant Liveis a cutting-edge events complex with a capacity of up to 3,500 people. It is designed to host a variety of events, including large corporate conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, major touring concerts, stand-up comedy, family performances, and sporting events. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a brand-new venue from the ground up.

About the Role

This post is responsible for the effective management, development and control of the Food & Beverage operation within the venue, ensuring service standards and control systems are in place, are of a high standard and adhered to at all times with a high priority on food safety, revenue generation and stock control.

What we can offer

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.

You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave

We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.

Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; ASM will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.

We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join ASM you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet

Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team

Key Responsibilities:

• To assist the Head of Food and Beverage to deliver high quality food and beverage products and service and develop the concourse and hospitality offer to enhance the customer experience to achieve financial targets of revenue and profit.
• Provide inspired and effective direction and leadership for the food and beverage department.
• To undertake a hands-on role in the F&B operation including taking an active role and working at varied events.
• Assist with the development of, and deliver, the business plan by helping to optimise all food and beverage revenue streams and seek new ideas, innovations and ways of working to reduce cost and to adapt to a changing financial or operating environment.
• Manage all administrative duties, including income reconciliation, stock taking and accurate stock management, including month-end reporting.
• To plan and accommodate the food and beverage offer for events and ensure that all areas are set up for forthcoming events overseeing the F&B departments to ensure that all elements are in place.
• Oversee the scheduling and efficient use of salaried and casual staff, ensuring sufficient cover for events within budgetary parameters and work at other venues as required.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience of working in a senior role in a similar, high volume, customer-focused venue.
• Level 3 Award in Food Safety for Catering
• Level 2 Award in Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering
• Level 2 Award in HACCP for Catering
• Holder of a Personal Licence.
• IOSH General Certificate (desirable or willing to work towards)
• Knowledge of the local and regional entertainment offers and venues.
• Sound knowledge of budgeting, stock and margin control.
• Good knowledge of EPOS systems and stock control.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in providing excellent customer care.
• Experience in financial and budget management.

Recruitment Process Outlined:

• 1^st Stage- Intro call with Talent Team
• 2^nd Stage- F2F Interview at Vaillant Live with Head of F&B

Inclusive Workplace

At ASM Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.