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KFC Yum! Center - Event Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
performance bonuses
flexible scheduling

Job Description

KFC Yum! Center operated by Legends Global is a premier multi-use entertainment venue located in Louisville, Kentucky. Known for hosting a diverse range of world-class events such as concerts, family shows, sporting events, and special functions, the KFC Yum! Center focuses on delivering a clean and safe environment to ensure the ideal entertainment guest experience and satisfaction. As one of the region’s leading entertainment destinations, the venue combines state-of-the-art facilities with exceptional service to create memorable experiences for all attendees. Legends Global, the operating company, is a renowned leader in the sports and entertainment industry with operations spanning five continents.... Show More

Job Requirements

  • A minimum education level of ba/bs degree
  • A minimum of 5 years of related work experience
  • Must be highly organized and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Must exhibit excellent leadership, problem-solving and communication skills
  • Must be able to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
  • Must be able to work events, multiple shifts, long hours, weekends and holidays as needed
  • Must be able to move about quickly throughout arena

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum 5 years related experience in event management or guest services
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
  • Experience coordinating multi-departmental teams
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
  • Familiarity with venue operations and emergency procedures

Job Duties

  • Serve as primary on-site point of contact for venue to ensure successful event execution
  • Develop understanding of departmental policies to coordinate event planning
  • Communicate with departments to inform staff of event needs and updates
  • Patrol and inspect venue for readiness, taking corrective actions as needed
  • Manage issues during events to guarantee excellent client service
  • Collaborate with University of Louisville to plan NCAA game operations
  • Work with Box Office and production teams on CAD drawings for ticketed events
  • Coordinate with finance to estimate production costs
  • Compile and review MOD reports following events
  • Assign first aid staffing based on event needs
  • Create and submit staffing plans for event operations
  • Present event cost estimates to finance and management
  • Serve as escalation point for guest inquiries and complaints
  • Enforce security policies ensuring safety and proper documentation
  • Provide training and guidance to guest services and security staff

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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