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LA 2028

Sr. Manager Food and Beverage Operations

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $56,600.00 - $71,700.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career Development
flexible schedule
wellness programs

Job Description

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are dedicated to creating a world-class Olympic and Paralympic experience that highlights the vibrant culture, diversity, and spirit of Los Angeles and the United States. The 2028 Games will be a historic event marking the return of the Summer Olympic Games to the US for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles hosting for the third time, while hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time. Our mission is to deliver an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years relevant industry experience in catering and retail foodservice
  • Minimum 3 years leadership experience in live sport industry
  • Experience managing high-volume food operations
  • Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget
  • Strong leadership and people development skills
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to travel between venues
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience or culinary degree preferred
  • Ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience or culinary degree preferred
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience in catering and retail foodservice
  • At least 3 years of leadership experience in live sport industry
  • Experience managing high-volume food operations in large professional sports arenas or festivals
  • Proven success in maintaining high standards of food quality and guest experience
  • Strong leadership skills with experience in people development and budget management
  • Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills
  • Effective communication, team-building, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience working with diverse stakeholders and senior management
  • Ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred

Job Duties

  • Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate venue management teams for assigned properties
  • Directly supervise multiple sub-functions including retail operations, contract implementation, and amenity catering operations
  • Adhere to unit budgets and implement, monitor, and measure plan deliverables through financial metrics and KPIs
  • Implement operational growth plan from present through Games time
  • Oversee training programs with partners to optimize revenues and customer service
  • Work with F&B team and stakeholders to implement food vision, sustainability plans, menu development, and service levels
  • Implement cost-control measures without compromising quality or guest satisfaction
  • Oversee implementation of negotiated contractual terms with partners
  • Support establishment of operational and service design plans
  • Develop inclusive hospitality strategies for diverse guest needs
  • Support spatial allocations and equipment needs for kitchens and serveries
  • Implement venue quality assurance policies for safe food handling and incident response
  • Apply sustainable practices in food sourcing, waste reduction, and energy efficiency
  • Collaborate with key functional areas to maximize revenue, minimize costs, and work within operational constraints
  • Adapt to evolving departmental priorities with flexibility

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

OysterLink - a hiring platform for restaurants and hotels.

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