Director of Food and Beverage - INTRUST Bank Arena

Legends Global is a prominent leader in the management of privately operated public assembly facilities across the United States. With a reputation for excellence in providing top-tier venue operations, Legends Global specializes in delivering an exceptional experience for guests and clients through its comprehensive management services. Among its premier venues under management are INTRUST Bank Arena and Century II Performing Arts and Convention Center, both located in Wichita, Kansas. These locations are central hubs for entertainment, conventions, and large-scale events, hosting thousands of guests annually. Legends Global's commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction positions it as a trusted name in venue management, ensuring that all aspects of facility operations, from food and beverage to security and maintenance, meet stringent standards of quality and efficiency.

The role of Director of Food and Beverage at INTRUST Bank Arena and Century II Performing Arts and Convention Center is a critical leadership position within Legends Global's operational team. This full-time role calls for dynamic management of the entire food and beverage operations within the facilities, which include concessions, bars, kitchen services, suites, and catering departments. The Director is responsible for directing daily operations including staffing, budgeting, food quality control, and client satisfaction throughout events hosted at the venues. The position involves strategic planning, sales forecasting, overseeing departmental collaboration, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Effective communication skills and the ability to manage teams across multiple locations are essential.

In this capacity, the Director will take charge of developing food and beverage sales projections and budgets tailored to facility events, ensuring revenue maximization while maintaining cost controls. They will lead the preparation and review of weekly ordering and scheduling to meet event demands efficiently and oversee food quality and sanitation standards to comply with local health laws. Managing post-event financial reconciliation and reporting will also fall under their purview. The role requires participation in senior management meetings and the ability to handle supervisory responsibilities including hiring, training, evaluation, and disciplinary actions in accordance with corporate policies.

This leadership position demands an individual with an extensive background in food and beverage management, preferably with experience in multi-purpose entertainment or convention facilities. Strong organizational skills, customer service orientation, and the capability to work extended or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays are important. Working collaboratively with all facility departments and serving as a resource for other Legends Global-managed venues further enhance the role’s scope. The Director must meet physical demands associated with the role and pass background and credit checks, emphasizing the high standards upheld by Legends Global.

Candidates for this position can expect a vibrant and fast-paced work environment where strategic leadership and operational excellence are valued and rewarded. Joining Legends Global provides opportunities to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering memorable experiences to a diverse clientele while advancing one’s career in hospitality and venue management.