Senior Food & Beverage Director | Full-Time | VyStar Pavilion

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, offering a comprehensive platform that includes venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Since its founding in 2015, OVG has expanded its influence across four continents, serving a distinguished portfolio of seven world-class owned venues as well as some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions around the world. The company is known for its innovative approach to delivering exceptional experiences that combine outstanding live entertainment with superior venue services, setting the industry standard for excellence and operational performance.\n\nThe Senior Food & Beverage Director role at Oak View Group represents a critical leadership position located at the Vystar Pavilion, where the director will be responsible for the overarching strategic leadership, operational management, and financial performance of all food and beverage operations within the venue. This prominent role commands oversight of concessions, bars, premium services, catering, and special event operations. The goal is to consistently deliver exceptional guest and client experiences that enhance the theater's performances and overall brand presence. The Senior Food & Beverage Director will engage in building and maintaining strong, visible relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders through continuous hospitality-driven interactions that embody the company’s commitment to exceptional service.\n\nThis full-time role offers an annual salary range of $78,000 to $80,000 and is bonus eligible, reflecting the seniority and responsibility level of this leadership position. Oak View Group provides a compelling benefits package to its full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off comprising vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays annually. The position will remain open until August 7, 2026, inviting experienced candidates to apply and become a part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of live entertainment hospitality. The Senior Food & Beverage Director will lead a team of management and hourly staff, cultivate a culture of service excellence and accountability, and drive operational programs that ensure seamless service during major events and high-volume performances. The position demands an individual adept at managing budgets, cost controls, vendor relations, and strategic initiatives to optimize revenue and enhance guest satisfaction. In addition to operational excellence, the director is expected to be a visible presence during events, fostering client and sponsor engagement while collaborating with programming teams to create customized experiences that complement performances and special events. Oak View Group emphasizes diversity and inclusivity within its workforce and is committed to equal opportunity employment practices, making it an employer of choice for hospitality professionals who wish to grow their careers in a forward-thinking and inclusive corporate environment.