General Manager, Hospitality | Full-Time | Santander Arena

Oak View Group; Reading, Penn Street; On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the event management sector is seeking a General Manager to oversee food service operations at their venue. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulations, manage operations, and develop revenue sources. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years management experience in food-related or concessions industry.
• Possess valid Food Handlers certificate and Alcohol Service Permit if required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure legal, efficient, professional and profitable operation of the assigned venue.
• Generate and review financial reports, including budgets and projections.
• Develop, maintain, and nurture a sound relationship with the venue client and customers.

Skills

Communication

Decision Making

Teamwork

Mathematics

Integrity

Education

MA or MS

BA or BS with business-related major

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Overview

The General Manager is responsible for the efficient, professional and profitable operation of the food service operations at the assigned OVG venue. This individual ultimately oversees every managerial, f/t and p/t position, and ensures full compliance with state and federal labor laws, sanitation and food-related ordinances, and alcohol service regulations. In addition to managing the day-to-day business operations, the General Manager solicits new sources of revenue, both on and off the venue property.

This role pays an annual salary of $105,000-$115,000 and is bonus eligible.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until August 15, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Ensure legal, efficient, professional and profitable operation of the assigned OVG venue.
• Generate and review financial reports, including budgets, projections, forecasting, revenue analysis, disbursements, capital investments, labor and product costs, wage and salary control, P&L financial statements.
• Final decision-maker on equipment purchases and leases.
• Conflict resolution; last-resort mediation; arbitration and labor negotiations, when applicable.
• Author, review and amend policies & procedures, as required.
• Author and amend contracts; authorize terms.
• Oversee scheduling and labor allocation.
• Analyze ticket sales in relation to anticipating staffing needs, target market demographics; determine and project point-of sale to guest ratio.
• Evaluate recent historical sales and purchasing data for the purpose of identifying purchasing patterns and accurate cost of goods.
• Program and maintain the point of sale system to ensure accurate financial reporting, tracking of accountability, and commodity levels by location.
• Directs and assists managers in preparing and attaining future goals.
• Provides each manager with the proper direction and follows up on all assignments.
• Inspects the operation on a regular basis to ensure that the established quality standards are maintained.
• Prepares required reports accurately and submits them on time, follows up with department heads to ensure that their reporting is completed within the same guidelines.
• Develops an effective management team.
• Gives the managers clear direction, and provides the necessary assistance for them to provide them to perform their work.
• Evaluates each manager’s performance and makes recommendations for their improvement.
• Reviews and assists in the development of menus and marketing plans with the appropriate department heads.
• Establishes and maintains personal relationships with show managers, suppliers, vendors and the public that projects the venue in a positive light.
• Develop, maintain, and nurture a sound relationship with the venue client and customers.
• Work together with client/team to grow and represent their brand in a positive manner.
• Stay up to date on evolving industry trends and technology. Utilize this knowledge to keep the OVG operation current, relevant, and efficient.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to make sound business/operations decisions quickly and under pressure.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Solid working knowledge of computer applications: Microsoft office, POS systems, timekeeping systems.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of all existing concessions and premium services locations: geographical location, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas, and facility access.
• Possess valid Food Handlers certificate and Alcohol Service Permit if required by state or local government.
• Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc. pertaining to OVG and venue concession and premium services operations.
• Ability to calculate basic and complex math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Experience working in a Union environment required.
• Experience in a fast paced ball park or stadium preferred.

Education and Experience:

• MA or MS; BA or BS with business-related major; accounting minor or credits preferred.
• Minimum 5 years management experience in food-related or concessions industry.
• Concessions Manager Certificate from the National Association of Concessionaires.
• Nationally recognized, advanced food service sanitation training course certification.