Concessions Manager - Reno Sparks Convention Center

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. Founded on a mission rooted in service and purpose, Aramark aims to do great things not just for their customers but also for their employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company values diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity, ensuring no discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics under applicable law. Aramark is dedicated to empowering professional growth and fostering a workplace where talents can thrive, passions can be fueled, and employees can realize their full potential. The company takes pride in creating a strong sense of belonging and offering challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Their operational footprint spans various sectors, including food services at large venues, healthcare, education, and corporate settings, making Aramark a diverse and dynamic employer in the food and beverage industry.

The Concessions Manager role at Aramark serves a critical position within their food and beverage operations at several major event venues including the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Reno Events Center, Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, and the National Bowling Stadium. This is a managerial role focused on developing and implementing dining solutions that meet customer tastes and preferences, as well as overseeing all aspects of food and beverage operations to ensure smooth delivery and high standards. This role offers a salary range of $70,000 to $75,000, reflecting the responsibility and expertise required.

In this position, the Concessions Manager is responsible for leading a team, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation regulations, managing financial performance through budgeting and profit management, and maintaining positive client relationships. The role demands a hands-on approach to operational excellence, focusing on food quality, labor productivity, and cost controls. Furthermore, the Concessions Manager is expected to foster a productive and inclusive team environment by using Aramark's coaching model to engage and develop employees, recognizing achievements, conducting team briefings, and leading by example.

Key responsibilities include planning and directing food service activities to deliver exceptional customer experiences, monitoring profit and loss statements, meeting company and client financial targets, and adopting Aramark's operational processes to optimize performance metrics. The manager must supervise production quality and control, ensure compliance with policies and regulations including health and safety standards, and maintain a safe working environment. The job schedule is event-driven, requiring availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays, adapting to the dynamic demands of large-scale event venues.

Aramark offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage, work/life resources, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage. Benefit eligibility varies based on location, employee status, and legal requirements. This role does not have a fixed application window and will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected. Aramark is committed to fair hiring practices and evaluates applicants in accordance with applicable laws such as the Fair Chance Ordinance and Fair Chance Act where relevant.