F&B Manager

accesso ShoWare Center is a premier multi-purpose arena located in Kent, Washington, known for hosting a wide variety of high-profile concerts, sporting events, family shows, graduations, and special events. As a vital entertainment venue serving the Pacific Northwest, the ShoWare Center offers a dynamic environment where operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences are paramount. The facility is managed in collaboration with Legends Global Food and Beverage Division, a leading operator renowned for delivering high-quality food and beverage services in large venues across the country. The partnership ensures that visitors enjoy premium hospitality, including concessions, luxury suites, clubs, bars, and catering services that meet rigorous quality and service standards.

The Food and Beverage Manager position is a part-time, hourly non-exempt role offering a competitive pay rate ranging from $30 to $32 per hour, depending on experience. Reporting directly to the Director of Food and Beverage, this role demands a highly motivated and experienced hospitality leader with a strong background in high-volume event settings and premium service operations. The Food and Beverage Manager plays a critical role in managing day-to-day food and beverage operations at the arena, including overseeing concessions, suites, clubs, bars, and catering operations. This includes ensuring operational readiness before, during, and after events to guarantee smooth service and exceptional guest satisfaction.

In this leadership capacity, the manager is responsible for analyzing operational data such as daily food sales, attendance figures, and labor costs to maintain financial efficiency and control. They ensure compliance with health regulations and liquor laws, inspecting food service facilities to meet or exceed state and local standards. They also support the implementation of sales initiatives, promotions, and guest engagement programs to drive business growth and enhance patron experiences.

This role requires excellent organizational, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills. The manager must be able to balance multiple responsibilities efficiently, work effectively under pressure, and provide leadership that fosters teamwork and cooperation among staff across departments. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as event schedules often include nights, weekends, and holidays. The physical demands include prolonged standing, walking, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and the ability to work in environments with moderate to loud noise levels.

The Food and Beverage Manager must hold current Washington State Liquor and Food Handler certificates and obtain ServSafe Manager, ServSafe Alcohol, and ServSafe Allergen certifications as required by Legends Global. Preferred candidates will have a bachelor's degree in Food and Beverage Management or a related field and at least five years of industry experience in a management role, with a minimum of three years in venues such as arenas, convention centers, or stadiums with capacities of 5,000 or more.

Employees at accesso ShoWare Center are eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance after meeting service requirements, as well as participation in a 401K plan, paid holidays at time and a half, and accrued sick time. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a respected and dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-tier food and beverage services in one of the region’s most prominent entertainment venues.