Title Food & Beverage Manager | Full-Time | Greenville SC Convention Center

Oak View Group (OVG) is a leading global company specializing in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Established in 2015, OVG manages an impressive portfolio of seven world-class venues and supports a diverse clientele that includes iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. Known for innovation and excellence, Oak View Group is at the forefront of venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales, creating immersive entertainment experiences worldwide.

The Food & Beverage Manager position at the Greenville SC Convention Center location is a key role responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of food and beverage operations including concession outlets, bars, vending services, and catered events. This full-time role requires a dedicated professional with strong management skills to ensure the highest standards of product quality, customer service, sanitation, and alcohol service compliance. The position offers an annual salary range of $55,000 to $60,000 and comes with comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off including vacation, sick days, and 11 holidays.

In this role, the Food & Beverage Manager will strategically plan events using historical data and industry trends to optimize operations. The position involves close collaboration with event coordinators and the sales team to coordinate logistics, menu selections, and operational hours for concession and bar outlets. Training staff on sanitation, alcohol awareness, and service standards is a critical component of the role.

Additionally, the manager will be responsible for scheduling part-time and temporary staff in alignment with workload demands and budget constraints, ordering necessary supplies such as beverages, condiments, and disposables, and overseeing the setup and breakdown of retail and catered events. The manager will also conduct monthly inventories of supplies for catering, concessions, vending, and bar operations, ensure proper register setup, and stock vending machines as needed. As part of managing catered events, the Food & Beverage Manager will supervise event staff including captains, servers, and runners, while participating actively in weekly and monthly food and beverage planning meetings.

Oak View Group values diversity and inclusion, understanding that a diverse team fosters innovation and excellence. The company is committed to creating supportive work environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities it serves. As an equal opportunity employer, OVG stands against discrimination and is dedicated to fair hiring practices.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with 3-5+ years of experience in retail sales and food service operations, strong supervisory abilities, familiarity with banquet service standards, and proficiency in point of sale systems and inventory management. The role also demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work irregular hours, including weekends and evenings. The Food & Beverage Manager at the Greenville SC Convention Center will be instrumental in delivering superior service and ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all guests and event participants.