Organization: The Portland Pickles, Portland Bangers FC, Portland Cherry Bombs FC
Location: Walker Stadium, Portland, OR
Term: Mid-March – August 31
Status: Full-Time Seasonal (Path to Permanent)
The Role: The Portland Pickles are looking for a high-energy, logistics-obsessed Food & Beverage Operations Manager. You will be the "Quarterback" of the F&B fan experience at Walker Stadium, overseeing everything from keg lines and nacho cheese to helping a staff of 75+ rockstar bartenders, cooks, and wait staff. This role begins in the pre-season "build" phase and runs through the final out of the summer.
Core Responsibilities
1. Stadium & Concessions Management
- Pre/Post-Season: Lead the "wake up" and "winterization" of the stadium, including utility checks, deep cleans, and equipment setup.
- Game Day Command: Direct setup/breakdown for all Pickles and Bangers and Cherry bombs FC games.
- Maintenance & Safety: Ensure 100% OSHA and food safety compliance. Troubleshoot POS systems on the fly and manage preventive maintenance for all F&B equipment.
- Sponsorships: Ensure every "Partner of the Game" promotion or branded food item is executed perfectly.
2. Inventory & Vendor Relations
- Supply Chain: Manage weekly and daily deliveries. Procure, stock, and track inventory with a hawk-like focus on waste reduction.
- Partnerships: Act as the primary liaison for vendors; validate and approve invoices for payment.
3. Personnel & Leadership
- The Crew: Help hire, and onboard the seasonal staff pool. Ensure every team member is OLCC/Food Handler certified.
- Training: Build a culture of "hospitality-first" service. Work with Director to schedule and train up to 50 staff members per game.
- Supervision: Serve as the working supervisor on game days, providing real-time coaching and resolving any fan or operational escalations.
Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years in high-volume F&B management (festivals, stadiums, or large restaurants).
- Skills: Expert-level understanding of POS systems, inventory software, and labor management.
- The "Vibe": You thrive in loud, fast-paced environments and can keep a team motivated during a hot July double-header.
- Certifications: Must have (or be able to obtain) OLCC and Food Handler permits.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
