Food & Beverage Team Lead

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee development tools and resources

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG) is hiring a Team Lead for Food and Beverage operations in New York. This part-time position focuses on managing designated stands during events, ensuring high food quality and service standards.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience and a NYC Food Protection Certificate, alongside strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Flexibility in schedule, primarily nights and weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2–3 years of supervisory or lead experience in food service.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and people-oriented.
• Experience resolving inventory discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operation of the designated stand during events.
• Conduct monthly audits and daily inventory.
• Ensure guests' orders are prepared and delivered on time.

Skills

Supervisory experience in food service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

New York City Food Protection Certificate

Job description

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world‑renowned venues—New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre— that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.

Who are we hiring?

The Team Lead Food and Beverage is responsible for managing the overall operation of the designated stand and supervising employees during events.

What will you do?

• Inspects locations and submits reports regarding cleanliness conditions, food quality, inventory and incidents.
• Opens and closes concession stands and supervises employees throughout the length of the event.
• Manages the overall operation of the designated stand in accordance with company policies/procedures.
• Conducts monthly audits, daily inventory and trains and motivates staff.
• Assures that each guest’s order is prepared and delivered on time and in acceptable quality and quantity.
• Provides necessary staff development and training in NYC Board of Health and company standards to ensure a high‑quality product is maintained.
• Responds to oral feedback from guests on food quality and service.
• Ensures that preparation areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner and in accordance with NYC Board of Health standards.
• Participates in meetings as deemed necessary. Ensures all safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on‑site.

What do you need to succeed?

• Should have at least 2–3 years of supervisory or lead experience in food service.
• Must have New York City Food Protection Certificate along with previous experience in training, food and beverage sanitation requirements, equipment operation and liquor laws.
• Food operations/service preferred in accordance with NYC Board of Health regulations.
• Experience resolving inventory discrepancies.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills and be people oriented.
• Commitment to providing a high‑quality service experience for guests from team and themselves.
• Must be able to multi‑task and prioritize in a deadline‑oriented environment.
• Possess exceptional attention to detail and strong follow‑up skills necessary.
• Ability to present an uplifting personality while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and business ethics.
• Demonstrates integrity, tact, diplomacy and a commitment to company values, and principles while ensuring the upmost consistency.
• Skilled at working collaboratively and in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Special Requirements

• This position is part‑time and scheduled on an event‑driven basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and pull up to 75lbs.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule mostly nights and weekends, holidays required.

Hourly Pay Range: $27—$27 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.