Catering Manager | Full-Time | Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,000.00 - $70,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, established in 2015. The company specializes in venue development and provides end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. OVG operates and manages a diverse portfolio that includes seven world-class owned venues, iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. This broad platform reflects OVG's commitment to delivering exceptional live entertainment experiences worldwide, positioning it as a pioneering force in the industry.

The Catering Manager role is based at Moby Arena and Canvas Stadium on the campus of Colorado State University. This full-time position offers an annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $70,000. The Catering Manager is pivotal in leading, supporting, and overseeing the catering and concessions operations within these venues. Responsibilities include managing catered events, athletic contests, premium hospitality zones, concessions, and other food and beverage services operated by OVG. The manager plays a critical part in ensuring high standards of hospitality and guest satisfaction for student-athletes, fans, guests, clients, and university partners.

In addition, this position involves assisting in profitable management of catering and concessions, providing direct oversight and support to event staff, hourly employees, culinary teams, concessions managers, and guests. The Catering Manager must ensure operational efficiency, product quality, employee performance, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Duties also encompass guiding event setup, execution, and breakdown phases while enforcing food service, alcohol service, safety, sanitation, and company policies.

This role demands strong communication and organizational skills, technical proficiency, and attention to detail. The ideal candidate must be self-directed and thrive in fast-paced event-driven environments, willingly working flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The Catering Manager is also responsible for employee training, scheduling, performance management, and fostering a professional and positive work environment. OVG offers competitive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays. This opportunity is open until September 25, 2026, inviting dedicated professionals to join a company committed to diversity, inclusivity, and creating exceptional guest experiences in the live entertainment sector.

Job Requirements

associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred
six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3-5 years of experience in concessions, catering, food service, hospitality, event operations, or food preparation preferred
previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
nationally recognized advanced food service sanitation training certification preferred
familiarity with inventory control, menu planning, and event operations
basic computer proficiency including email, Excel, Word, Outlook, scheduling systems, and event management software
working knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and timekeeping systems
strong cash-handling abilities and basic math skills
ability to work a flexible schedule based on events and business needs including evenings, weekends, and holidays
strong verbal and written communication skills
ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
ability to maintain a professional demeanor when working with staff, clients, guests, and university partners

Job Qualifications

associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred, or six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3-5 years of experience in concessions, catering, food service, hospitality, event operations, or food preparation preferred
previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
nationally recognized advanced food service sanitation training certification preferred
familiarity with inventory control, menu planning, and event operations
basic computer proficiency, including email, Excel, Word, Outlook, scheduling systems, and event management software
working knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and timekeeping systems
strong cash-handling abilities and basic math skills, including significant number manipulation
strong verbal and written communication skills
ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
ability to maintain a professional demeanor when working with staff, clients, guests, and university partners

Job Duties

assist in the overall effective management of catering, premium hospitality, and concessions operations at Moby Arena and Canvas Stadium
support the planning and execution of catered events, athletic events, banquets, hospitality functions, and special events
assist with event setup, service, breakdown, and post-event follow-up
provide direction, supervision, and mentoring to hourly event staff and volunteers
monitor product quality, presentation, service standards, and guest experience throughout each event
ensure compliance with all alcohol service policies and procedures
assist in troubleshooting technical issues with Point-of-Sale systems, including hardware and software concerns