Director of Food & Beverage
Rocket City Trash Pandas – Toyota Field (Madison, AL)
Double-A Affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels
The Rocket City Trash Pandas, one of Minor League Baseball’s most exciting organizations, are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Food & Beverage to lead and grow our concessions, catering, and premium hospitality operations at Toyota Field. This role is a unique opportunity to blend innovation, leadership, and strategy to create unforgettable fan experiences while driving revenue and operational excellence.
At the Trash Pandas, we pride ourselves on delivering more than just baseball — we deliver memories. From creative food and beverage offerings to seamless service and community connection, we’re looking for a leader who can elevate our fan experience to the next level.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
· Develop and execute a comprehensive Food & Beverage strategy that enhances fan satisfaction and maximizes profitability.
· Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new revenue opportunities, menu concepts, and fan-focused experiences.
· Lead seasonal planning, budgeting, and forecasting for all F&B operations.
Operational Oversight
· Manage daily operations of concessions, suites, club level, catering, and special events.
· Ensure compliance with all health, safety, alcohol, and food-handling regulations.
· Oversee procurement, vendor relationships, and inventory control systems.
· Implement standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency.
· Develop strategies to minimize waste and improve sustainability practices.
Team Management
· Recruit, train, and supervise seasonal and full-time F&B staff.
· Build and mentor a strong leadership team to oversee operations.
· Foster a culture of customer service, teamwork, and accountability.
· Lead by example with a hands-on approach, assisting in any role when needed.
Fan Experience & Innovation
· Curate menus that reflect local flavors, industry trends, and signature ballpark favorites.
· Create unique, branded menu items that become part of the Trash Pandas identity.
· Collaborate with marketing and promotions to enhance themed nights, community events, and special activations.
Financial Performance
· Monitor and analyze sales data, labor costs, and key performance metrics.
· Identify opportunities for cost savings and new revenue generation.
· Drive per-cap spending goals and provide regular performance updates to senior leadership.
· Control payroll, purchasing, and operational expenses to achieve budget goals.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, or related field (preferred; equivalent experience considered).
· Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in food & beverage management within a high-volume venue (sports, arena, or entertainment environment strongly preferred).
· Proven success in team building, staff development, and operational leadership.
· Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards, with ability to train staff accordingly.
· Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
· Flexible schedule, with availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays during the season.
· Hands-on leadership style with willingness to assist in any operational role when necessary (e.g., cooking, bartending).
· ServSafe Certification preferred.
Preferred Skills
· Experience with POS systems and Yellow Dog inventory software.
· Expertise in vendor negotiation and contract management.
· Strong budgeting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making skills.
· Familiarity with mobile ordering, self-service kiosks, and other emerging F&B technologies.
· Passion for sports, entertainment, and creating memorable fan experiences.
Why Join the Trash Pandas?
This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the fan experience at Toyota Field and be part of one of Minor League Baseball’s most innovative organizations. If you are a creative, result-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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.
