THE ROLE    

The Director of Concessions is responsible for effectively and profitably managing and directing all day to day aspects of the Concessions and Warehouse Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•  Responsible for operational budget, manage internal labor checkbook and ensuring that all financial reporting are accurate and are completed in a timely fashion to meet all deadlines.
•  Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to a staff responsible for executing the concessions team business plan.
•  Sustain cost as it pertains to labor and operating supplies, work within budgeted guidelines.
•  Provide efficient service and quality products by maintaining positive customer and client relations through effective communication and prudent financial practices.
•  Accountability for establishing and maintaining proper safety and sanitation procedures as well as ensuring proper repair and maintenance of food service equipment; create a working relationship with local health officials.
•  Ensure unit compliance with federal, state, local, and Legends regulations regarding sale of alcohol.
•  Maintain management staff and ensure proper hiring and promoting of associates per Legends standards.
•  Work closely with multiple subcontractors to ensure all needs are met, and terms of the contract are followed.
•  Preserving existing programs and be creative in developing new concepts to ensure the highest possible quality of food service.
•  Oversee monthly inventory for concessions operations for multiple sports and stadiums within the campus
•  Monitor staff performance as it relates to speed of service and guests relations.
•  Assist General Manager in working with client on any Food & Beverage sponsorships.
•  Establish a strong relationship with clients to resolve outstanding issues.
•  Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required.
•  Determine COGS, Price and Portion Guides, Requestions of Products pertaining to the sales mix.
•  Work alongside with the in-house NPO Coordinator for staffing during football season
•  Mentor and Develop the Concessions Manager, Concessions Supervisors and Concessions staff

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5-7 years’ management experience in the high volume foodservice industry, preferably in concessions environment for a sports and entertainment venue.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives.
• Experience working in both union and non-union environment is preferred.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to communicate with employees, vendors, client representatives and guests in a positive and professional manner.
• Must be flexible to work extend hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of accounting policy and procedures and POS Systems is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Prior experience with NPO groups preferred.
• Experience in the sporting event industry preferred.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On-site

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

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Education

• Bachelors or better in Other

Skills

• Communication
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office(Excel, PPT, Word, Outlook)