F&B Manager: Events, Catering & Concessions

The Sports Facilities Advisory & Management; Triadelphia (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlands Sports Complex seeks a seasoned Food & Beverage Manager to lead all F&B operations, birthday parties, and group bookings. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences and manage staff, inventory, and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and solid knowledge of food costs. Expect event coordination, vendor relations, and collaboration with marketing and events teams.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of culinary experience.
• 2-4 years of food & beverage management experience.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old.
• Must be detail-oriented and have outstanding organizational skills.
• Must have strong leadership skills and be decisive under pressure.
• Food Safety Manager Certification is preferred.
• ServSafe Certification is required (must obtain within one month of hire).
• Proven success in generating community interest through non-sporting events such as high-volume concessions and catered events.
• Excellent knowledge of food cost, pricing and profit margin in food & beverage.
• Experience and success in customer service, leadership, event planning, and managing staff.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work irregular shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for concessions and events.
• Hire, train, mentor, supervise, and evaluate event and F&B team members.
• Open and close concession locations and kitchen.
• Generate daily budgets and monitor weekly food and labor costs.
• Monitor quality control and manage storage areas.
• Create inventory management processes and coordinate equipment installation/repairs.
• Develop and implement menu strategies reflecting demand and events.
• Oversee supplier invoices and vendor accounts; communicate with sales reps.
• Ensure health compliance and accurate cash handling; assist with financial reports.
• Coordinate catering for events and post-contract communications with marketing/sales teams.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary experience

F&B management

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Education

ServSafe Certification

Food Safety Manager Certification

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Highlands Sports Complex seeks a seasoned Food & Beverage Manager to lead all F&B operations, birthday parties, and group bookings. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences and manage staff, inventory, and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and solid knowledge of food costs. Expect event coordination, vendor relations, and collaboration with marketing and events teams.