Director of Concessions

Legends; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Legends Global in Denver, CO, seeks a Director of Concessions to lead the day-to-day concessions operations at our premier venue. You will drive profitability, oversee budgeting, and coach concession managers to execute the business plan with excellence.

You will ensure safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance, while managing inventory, vendor relations, and teamwork with culinary and facilities to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5–7 years of management experience in high-volume foodservice, preferably concessions.
• Union experience strongly preferred as this is a union department.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership and vision in staff management and major projects.
• Customer service mindset; ability to interact with employees, vendors, clients and guests professionally.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TEAM Coalition Alcohol Certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day concessions operations and profitably direct all activities.
• Lead and mentor concession managers and staff in executing the business plan.
• Control labor and operating costs within budgeted guidelines.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance with health officials.
• Ensure proper handling of alcohol sales and related regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Oversee inventory and annual operating budgets; review monthly schedules.
• Collaborate with culinary and facilities teams on production standards.
• Monitor quality and continuously improve food service concepts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Microsoft Office

Union experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

POS Systems

ABI

Yellow Dog

UKG/UltiPro

Workday/My venue

Job description

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

THE ROLE

Under leadership of the Director of OPs, the Director of Concessions will be responsible for effectively and profitably managing and directing all day-to-day aspects of the Concessions Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for operational budget, managing monthly P&L statements, and ensuring that all financial reporting is accurate.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Concession managers and staff responsible for executing the Concessions business plan.
• Sustain cost as it pertains to labor and operating supplies, working within budgeted guidelines.
• Provide efficient service and quality products by maintaining positive customer and client relations through effective communication and prudent financial practices.
• Accountable for establishing and maintaining proper safety and sanitation procedures as well as ensuring proper repair and maintenance of food service equipment, create a working relationship with local health officials, and work closely with facility maintenance team to upkeep equipment.
• Ensure unit compliance with federal, state, local, and Legend’s regulations regarding the sale of alcohol.
• Coach and train Concession leadership team to effectively monitor and manage compliance.
• Maintain management staff and ensure proper hiring and promoting of associates per Legend’s standards.
• Work closely with multiple sub-contractors to ensure all needs are met and terms of the contract are followed.
• Process invoicing and follow-up to ensure Sub-contractor payment is completed in a timely manner.
• Preserve existing programs and develop new concepts to ensure the highest possible quality of food service and innovation.
• Oversee monthly inventory for concessions operations and assist with developing yearly operational budgets.
• Analyze monthly operating schedule to determine operational needs and communicate operational plan with Concession management team and facility client.
• Work closely with Concessions culinary team to determine and regularly evaluate production pars for all food produced by event type.
• Analyze Concession liquor yields on a regular basis to identify trends and sustain costs and consistency.
• Follow and encourage team to follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training
• Report all safety incidents (injuries and illnesses) into the Company’s risk management system (Origami Risk) on the same day that the safety incident has been reported
• Work with leadership on Step one grievances with the Union.
• Perform other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5-7 years' management experience in the high-volume foodservice industry, preferably in a concession environment for a sports and entertainment venue.
• Union experience is strongly preferred as this is a entirely union department
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment
• Demonstrate leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives
• Customer service-oriented mindset with the ability to communicate with employees, vendors, client representatives and guests in a positive and professional manner.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Knowledge of accounting policy and procedures and POS Systems is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain and maintain TEAM Coalition Alcohol Certification.
• Experience with ABI, Yellow Dog, UKG/UltiPro, Workday/My venue preferred

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary range of $88,000 - $93,000 plus bonus potential commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life and disability insurance
• sick leave
• paid vacation
• 401k plan

Applications accepted until 5/6/2026 or until filled.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On-Site (Ball Arena Denver, CO)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.