Prem Food and Bev Supervisor

Sodexo; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals (may be provided)

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Job summary

As a Prem Food and Bev Supervisor at Sodexo, you will oversee premium food and beverage service operations during events to ensure consistent service, elevated guest experiences, and compliance with operational standards. This on-site role provides leadership for premium service areas, including clubs, lounges, and hosted receptions.

You will support staffing, service flow, and issue resolution in high-expectation, event-driven environments, working closely with Premium Services leadership,

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2–4 years of premium food and beverage service experience.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to supervise alcohol service.
• Must maintain valid alcohol-service certification (TIPS/TEAM or equivalent).
• A food handler certification may be required by state/local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site supervision of premium, non-suite food and beverage service operations during events.
• Conduct pre-event briefings to review assignments, menus, service standards, and guest expectations.
• Ensure premium service areas are properly set, stocked, and presentation-ready before guest arrival.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for guest concerns or service issues in premium areas.
• Support training and onboarding of premium service staff.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
• Other duties may be assigned based on client requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Food handler certification

Job description

Prem Food and Bev Supervisor

Location: BIRMINGHAM-JEFFERSON CONVENTION COMPLEX - 93188001

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $13.30 - $17.95

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

As a Prem Food and Bev Supervisor at Sodexo, you will oversee premium food and beverage service operations during events to ensure consistent service execution, elevated guest experiences, and compliance with operational standards. This role provides on-site leadership for premium, non-suite service areas, including clubs, lounges, premium seating areas, in-seat premium service, and hosted receptions. The Premium Food and Beverage Supervisor supports staffing, service flow, and issue resolution in high-expectation, event-driven environments.

Premium Food and Beverage Supervisors work closely with Premium Services leadership, culinary, beverage, cash operations, and suite leadership to ensure seamless coordination across premium offerings. Responsibilities may vary based on venue layout, event type, and service model.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide on-site supervision of premium, non-suite food and beverage service operations during events.
• Conduct pre-event briefings to review assignments, menus, service standards, and guest expectations.
• Ensure premium service areas are properly set, stocked, and presentation-ready before guest arrival.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for guest concerns, special requests, or service issues in premium areas.
• Support training and onboarding of premium service staff.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds; occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in premium food and beverage service, hospitality, or event-based operations required.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to supervise alcohol service based on local and state regulations
• Must maintain a valid TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management), or equivalent alcohol-service certification, and comply with all state-specific alcohol training requirements.
• A food handler certification may be required based on state or local regulations.

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What We Offer:

Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.

Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career

Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.

In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

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Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Should you need assistance with the online application process, please complete this form.