Premium Manager | Full-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics

Oak View Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oak View Group seeks a Premium Manager to oversee suites, clubs, and premium catering operations across the venue. The role focuses on service execution, efficiency, staff development, and guest satisfaction.

The manager will supervise staff, enforce policies, manage event requirements from planning to execution, and pursue external networking opportunities to grow the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in hospitality, large-scale food and beverage, or catering operations.
• 3-5 years of previous experience with stadium/arena Premium Sales, Catering, Suites, and/or Club Level Operations.
• Ability to work independently on and off venue property with little supervision or oversight.
• Proficiency in computer applications (Microsoft Office, Excel, email).
• Must have working knowledge of POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective management of Premium Sales, Catering, Suites, and Club Level operations.
• Ensure high-quality client, suite holder, and premium guest satisfaction.
• Serve as primary client contact before contracts are signed; relay client vision to culinary teams to ensure satisfaction.
• Manage and assist in development of detailed event orders; communicate requirements to internal departments.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and service.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown per client specifications.
• Support development of additional business opportunities, partnerships, and projects as directed by General Manager.
• Provide training and supervision of Catering Supervisors and premium staff.
• Monitor inventory, revenue, and cost of goods; oversee purchasing to minimize waste.

Skills

Premium Sales

Catering

Suites

Club Level Operations

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in hospitality or catering

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Position Summary The Premium Manager is responsible for the oversight of all suites, clubs, and premium catering operations within the venue. This role ensures exceptional service standards, drives premium revenue performance, is responsible for generating, managing, and coordinating outside catering sales, and supports all operations as needed to achieve overall departmental profitability. The Premium Manager leads all venue activities with a strong focus on service execution, operational efficiency, staff development, and guest satisfaction. This position actively supervises, coaches, trains, and mentors staff to uphold OVG's quality and service standards, while fostering a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment. The Premium Manager also enforces all OVG personnel, operating, and compliance policies; manages event service requirements from planning through execution; and contributes to employment-related decisions, including hiring, training, performance management, and corrective action. This role pays an annual salary of $70,000 - $80,000 Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective management of Premium Sales, Catering, Suites, Club Level operations.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality client, suite holder, and premium guest satisfaction across all service areas.
• Serves as primary client contact before the contract is signed; communicates client vision to Executive Chef, Culinary team, and Catering Supervisor to ensure client satisfaction.
• Manage and assist in the development of detailed event orders and communicate requirements to internal departments.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and exceptional service.
• Manage event setup, execution, and teardown, ensuring adherence to client specifications.
• Assist in developing and executing additional business opportunities, community partnerships, and special projects as assigned by the General Manager.
• Provide continuous training, development, and supervision of Catering Supervisor and Premium hourly staff.
• Monitor inventory levels, top-line revenue, and cost of goods, and oversee purchasing to minimize waste and loss.
• Enforce all OVG and venue policies related to guest service, quality standards, uniforms, cash handling, operations, and presentation.
• Independently sources, identifies, and pursues outside networking opportunities through professional industry resources and community events, or special events attended by prospects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in hospitality, large-scale food and beverage, or catering operations.
• 3-5 years of previous experience with stadium/arena Premium Sales, Catering, Suites, and or Club Level Operations desired.
• Ability to work independently on and off venue property with little supervision or oversight.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications (Microsoft Office programs with an emphasis on creating Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and email).
• Must have working knowledge of POS systems.
• Ability to adhere to a high standard of business etiquette and professional communication.
• Ability to consistently represent the Company in a professional, positive, and knowledgeable manner.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standard of confidentiality and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to produce detail-oriented, accurate work.
• Ability to work a varied schedule, which may include weekends and evenings, as required to ensure event outcome.
• Proven ability to make solid, appropriate, and independent decisions.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.