Food Distribution Manager / Food Service Manager

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life and Disability Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is seeking a Distribution Manager / Food Service Manager to oversee food distribution and catering logistics for events at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV.

The role emphasizes food safety, quality, and timely product delivery across multiple centers and spaces. You will collaborate with Culinary, Banquets, and Stewarding teams, coordinate staffing and equipment, and ensure smooth catering operations during high-volume events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in food distribution, catering operations, stewarding, or a related food and beverage environment.
• Experience working in a high-volume stadium, arena, convention center, or large-scale event environment preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, proper food handling, and sanitation practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across Culinary, Banquets, and Stewarding teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety standards, kitchen organization, and proper food handling procedures across catering operations.
• Oversee BEOs and pre-event planning to ensure accurate preparation and execution.
• Coordinate distribution center setup, product staging, equipment needs, and staffing assignments based on event volume and venue layout.
• Oversee product movement, delivery schedules, and distribution timelines to ensure timely and accurate event execution.
• Partner with Culinary, Banquets, and Stewarding to coordinate responsibilities, food deliveries, and service expectations.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and consistency across all assigned catering areas.
• Provide direction to supervisors and runners to ensure organized distribution and seamless event operations.

Skills

Food distribution experience

Catering operations

Stewarding

Food & beverage

Job description

Job Listing: Food Distribution Manager / Food Service Manager - Las Vegas Convention Center

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 Food Distribution Manager / Food Service Manager for the Las Vegas Convention Center located in Las Vegas, NV!

Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000

Job Overview:

The Distribution Manager / Food Service Manager is responsible for overseeing food distribution and catering logistics for events at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This role ensures food safety, quality, and timely product delivery across multiple distribution centers and event spaces. Working closely with Culinary, Banquets, and Stewarding, this position coordinates staffing, equipment, product movement, and event execution to ensure seamless catering operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Ensure food safety standards, kitchen organization, and proper food handling procedures across catering operations.
• Oversee BEOs and pre-event planning to ensure accurate preparation and execution.
• Coordinate distribution center setup, product staging, equipment needs, and staffing assignments based on event volume and venue layout.
• Oversee product movement, delivery schedules, and distribution timelines to ensure timely and accurate event execution.
• Partner with Culinary, Banquets, and Stewarding to coordinate responsibilities, food deliveries, and service expectations.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and consistency across all assigned catering areas.
• Provide direction to supervisors and runners to ensure organized distribution and seamless event operations.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in food distribution, catering operations, stewarding, or a related food and beverage environment.
• Experience working in a high-volume stadium, arena, convention center, or large-scale event environment preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, proper food handling, and sanitation practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across Culinary, Banquets, and Stewarding teams.
• Experience leading or directing hourly employees, supervisors, or operational teams preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays based 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

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.