Vice President, Hospitality & Fan Experience

Levy Restaurants, Inc.; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Levy Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Hospitality to lead food, beverage, and hospitality operations for Northwestern University Athletics in Evanston, IL, including Ryan Field and Welsh-Ryan Arena.

The role requires building a high-performing team, cultivating partnerships, and delivering memorable guest experiences for fans and events. The ideal leader will drive revenue growth, operational excellence, and innovation across premium spaces and concessions, while upholding Levy’s

Qualifications

• Significant senior-level leadership experience in sports and entertainment, hospitality, or high-volume service environments.
• Strong financial acumen with budget and forecast experience.
• Excellent communication and executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and day-to-day leadership for Ryan Field operations.
• Build relationships with Northwestern University, Ryan Sports Development, and partners.
• Lead development of a distinctive hospitality culture for premium spaces and events.
• Oversee all food and beverage operations including concessions, culinary, and catering.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic planning

Hospitality operations

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Job description

Levy Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Hospitality to lead food, beverage, and hospitality operations for Northwestern University Athletics in Evanston, IL, including Ryan Field and Welsh-Ryan Arena.

The role requires building a high-performing team, cultivating partnerships, and delivering memorable guest experiences for fans and events. The ideal leader will drive revenue growth, operational excellence, and innovation across premium spaces and concessions, while upholding Levy’s