Manager, Beverage I

Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC), Protective Stadium, and Legacy Arena collectively form one of the premier venues in Birmingham, Alabama, hosting a wide array of events such as conventions, trade shows, sports events, concerts, Broadway productions, consumer expos, banquets, and community activities. These venues are known for attracting thousands of visitors annually, making the BJCC a central hub for entertainment and professional gatherings in the region. Managed by the renowned Sodexo company, these facilities emphasize delivering exceptional experiences to clients and guests through comprehensive food service, hospitality, and event management solutions. Sodexo is a global leader in integrated facilities management and food services, dedicated to enhancing quality of life and promoting social and environmental progress in the communities it serves.

The Beverage Manager role at BJCC represents a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the entire beverage operations across multiple event formats and service outlets within the complex, including banquets, concessions, catering, and premium hospitality areas. This role emphasizes delivering outstanding guest experiences while driving revenue growth and ensuring the highest standards of operational excellence. The Beverage Manager will be directly accountable for developing and implementing innovative beverage programs that meet client expectations and align with the overall event strategies.

In this role, the Beverage Manager is responsible for maintaining consistent quality and service standards, enforcing compliance with health, safety, and alcohol regulations, and managing beverage inventories and cost controls. Vendor relationship management and staff training are also critical components of daily operations to maximize efficiency and profitability. Collaborating closely with culinary teams, catering services, and event operations, the Beverage Manager plays an instrumental role in designing and executing beverage service strategies to elevate the overall guest experience.

Beyond operational duties, the role involves managing personnel including conducting performance evaluations, pay reviews, and staffing decisions such as hiring or termination. Success in this position depends on the ability to lead and influence teams as well as negotiate with different organizational parts to achieve business goals. The position offers career progression opportunities aligned with acquiring broad technical expertise, industry knowledge, and leadership capabilities.

The salary range for the Beverage Manager position is $42,415 to $54,890 and is designed to be fair and equitable, with compensation reflecting the candidate’s education, experience, and skills. This employment opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package through Sodexo, which includes medical, dental, and vision care programs, 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.

Working at Sodexo and BJCC means joining a company and community that values diversity, inclusion, and respect, fostering an environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work. Sodexo is committed to equal employment opportunities and supports applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. This position offers a unique chance to develop leadership skills while contributing to landmark events and enhancing client satisfaction in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.