Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Cedar Point Sports Center

The Sports Facilities Advisory & Management; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Point Sports Center, operated by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, seeks an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to lead daily operations of concessions and events. You will oversee menu planning, food safety, and staff supervision while partnering with vendors and managers.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary experience, and excellent communication to deliver top-notch guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Proven track record in high-volume food & beverage environments.
• Experience in customer service leadership and event support.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Directly align with Cedar Point Sports Center mission and core values.
• Oversee daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for concessions and events to ensure quality and safety.
• Assist in hiring, training, and supervising all Food & Beverage team members.
• Open, supervise, operate, and close concession locations across properties.
• Monitor labor and food costs and assist with financial reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to detail

Education

ServSafe Certification

Food Safety Manager Certification (preferred)

RAMP Certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

ASSISTANT FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER - Cedar Point Sports Center

Sports Facilities Management, LLC

LOCATION: Sandusky, OH

DEPARTMENT: FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPARTMENT

REPORTS TO: FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

STATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Cedar Point Sports Center is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Sandusky, OH. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.

Cedar Point Sports Center is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.

SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager will assist in effectively managing all aspects of Food & Beverage for Cedar Point Sports Center and managed properties. This position is responsible for delivering an exceptional food, beverage, and service experience for all our guests.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Directly align with the Cedar Point Sports Center Mission Statement and Core Values
• Manage the daily production, preparation & presentation of all food for the facility's concessions and special events to ensure quality consistent product is produced that meets CPSC standards
• Assist in hiring, training, mentoring, and supervising all Food & Beverage Team Members
• Open, supervise, operate, and close concession locations throughout CPSC and managed properties
• Monitor daily and weekly food & labor costs and financial reports to assist in cost management
• Assist F&B Manager in weekly and monthly inventory reporting
• Effectively manage all cooler, freezer, and dry storage areas
• Ensure highest levels of food safety & sanitation are being maintained, operationally manage safety practices to ensure compliance and inspections scores of 98 or better
• Assist in ordering of perishable & non-perishable food supplies as well as kitchen supplies
• Assist F&B Manager with research into new food & beverage items, to create and implement new menu ideas that reflect current trends
• Manage supply invoices and effectively communicate with vendors, sales representatives, and suppliers
• Continuously inspect equipment, food deliveries, kitchen equipment, and order repairs as necessary
• Effectively manage customer complaints and suggestions
• Coordinate with other managers and vendors regarding catering for special events and parties
• Complete special projects and daily assignments as directed by Food & Beverage Manager

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS:

• Proven success of effective management strategy in a high-volume concessions/food & beverage environment
• Experience in supervising staff in order to effectively execute a successful event
• Experience and success in customer service and leadership
• Action-oriented personality with a 'get it done' attitude and proficiency for efficiency

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• 2-4 years of culinary experience
• 2-4 years of food & beverage management experience
• Food Safety Manager Certification is preferred
• ServSafe Certification is required
• RAMP Certification is preferred
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must have strong leadership skills
• Must be detail-oriented and have outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to maintain focus in a high-volume, fast paced environment
• Must be able to work under pressure and be decisive
• Ability to motivate employees
• Ability to prioritize
• Must be able to work well in a group setting
• Must have strong mathematical skills
• Must be able to work irregular shifts to include nights, weekends, holidays as needed
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop, bend, carry, lift, pull, and push
• Will be required to operate a computer
• Facility has intermittent noise