Concessions Manager

The Glade in Forest Park; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Identity Theft Protection

Critical Illness Coverage

Job summary

The Glade in Forest Park is seeking a Concessions Manager to oversee day-to-day food and beverage operations at the Glade in Forest Park, St. Louis, MO. You will ensure service standards, safety compliance, and revenue optimization during events.

The role requires leadership, customer service excellence, and the ability to manage staff across busy event schedules, including nights and weekends. Join a team focused on creating exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in food service or event concessions management.
• Experience in a large venue or convention center is a plus.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all food and beverage concessions operations within the park.
• Oversee the preparation, presentation, and service of food and beverages during events.
• Monitor concession stand staffing and coordinate with event managers to ensure proper staffing levels based on event size.
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Ensure all food and beverage operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of concession areas.
• Hire, train, and supervise concession staff.

Skills

Leadership

Client service

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

Location: We are seeking an experienced Concessions Managerfor the Glade in Forrest Park St. Louis, MO

Unit Description:

Join a team creating an unforgettable guest experience at an exciting new recreational destination working closely with the client and Recreational Programming team! You will help bring this welcoming, dynamic space to life through skating, summer activities, year-round events, & diverse food and beverage experiences from fast casual and table service to bars, portable activations, & local partnerships.

Job Overview:

The Concessions Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of food and beverage services at Glade. This includes ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining high standards of service quality, and maximizing revenue from concession operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Supervise all food and beverage concessions operations within the park.
• Oversee the preparation, presentation, and service of food and beverages during events.
• Monitor concession stand staffing and coordinate with event managers to ensure proper staffing levels based on event size.
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Ensure all food and beverage operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of concession areas.
• Hire, train, and supervise concession staff.

Qualifications/Skills:

• 1-2 years of experience in food service management or event concessions management.
• Experience in a large-scale venue or convention center setting is a plus.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food service.
• May require long hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, depending on event schedules

Other Requirements:

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Adoption Assistance

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Source: Hospitality Online