Concessions & Events General Manager

Proof of the Pudding; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life and AD&D, Short/Long-Term DisabiI

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding is seeking a General Manager to lead concessions and beverage operations for the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, GA. You will drive day-to-day operations, budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination for year-round events, while building a strong, high-performing team and ensuring safety and service standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience in high-volume venues, and excellence in people management as part of a busy event calendar.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Hospitality, Management, or Culinary related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Sports & Entertainment Hospitality Operations, Event Coordination, Operations Supervisor, or equivalent.
• Experience in a high-volume events venue is necessary.
• Must be a team player, well organized, and have strong computer/Microsoft Office skills.
• Possess the interpersonal skills and demeanor for maintaining a safe, equitable and inclusive work environment.
• Must live near or be willing to relocate to Perry, GA.

Responsibilities

• Manage full P&L accountability, including budgeting, forecasting, expense control, and financial performance analysis.
• Responsible for concessions and beverage management of year-round scheduled events including POS installation, operational planning, ordering/receiving, equipment and goods inventory, onsite set-up, event execution, and end of event break-down.
• Supervise the preparation and service of food and refreshments.
• Coordinate logistics and facilitate operational needs for 3rd party vendor success.
• Lead all POS maintenance, management, and distribution.
• Maintain bar policies and procedures, ensure bartenders understand and are familiar with venue policies.
• Provide leadership to the full concessions team, including managers, supervisors, and frontline staff, overseeing hiring, training, coaching, and corrective action while cultivating a strong, engaged, and high-performing team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

POS Systems Square

Event Coordination

Education

Associate degree or higher in Hospitality, Management, or Culinary related field

Tools

Square POS

Job description

Proof of the Pudding is seeking a General Manager to lead concessions and beverage operations for the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, GA. You will drive day-to-day operations, budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination for year-round events, while building a strong, high-performing team and ensuring safety and service standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience in high-volume venues, and excellence in people management as part of a busy event calendar.