Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $95,000.00 - $115,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid vacation
401k plan
Job Description
Legends Global is a leading global company specializing in live events, venues, and brand partnerships. Renowned as the premier partner to the world’s most prestigious live events and venues, Legends Global delivers an integrated suite of premium services through a unique white-label approach. The company’s expansive network comprises 450 venues across the globe, hosting over 20,000 events annually and drawing in a remarkable 165 million guests each year. This extensive reach is supported by Legends Global's deep expertise across a wide array of functions including feasibility and consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content booking for world-class live events and venues. The company takes pride in its commitment to excellence, innovation, and enriching guest experiences at each venue it manages.
Legends Global fosters a culture grounded in respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. They emphasize building an inclusive workplace where authenticity, impact, and professional growth are highly encouraged. The company thrives on a winning mindset, believing success is a collective achievement reliant on the unity and efforts of a strong team. This dynamic environment makes Legends Global an inspiring workplace for those looking to contribute positively to the live event and entertainment industry.
The role of Director of Food & Beverage at Legends Global is a high-impact leadership position responsible for the oversight and management of all day-to-day food and beverage operations across multiple venues. This encompasses concessions, catering, and premium services, ensuring that hospitality standards not only meet but exceed guest expectations. The Director manages operations to optimize financial performance and sales growth, aligning with the company’s strategic goals while delivering a strong return on investment for stakeholders. They are responsible for spearheading innovation in guest experience, enhancing service delivery, and integrating technology to maintain a competitive edge in food and beverage offerings.
In this role, the Director of Food & Beverage acts as the primary liaison for client and ownership communications relating to food and beverage services. They work closely with clients, ownership groups, leagues, business partners, and key stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships that promote operational excellence. The position requires a strategic mindset combined with operational expertise to lead a cohesive management team, driving accountability and professional development within the department.
Financial stewardship is a core element of the role, involving the development and execution of operating and capital budgets, labor forecasting, pricing strategies, and cost control measures. The Director also oversees procurement, vendor management, and compliance with local and federal regulations related to food safety, alcohol service, labor laws, and safety standards. Additional responsibilities include managing inventory controls, accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining all operational assets such as foodservice equipment and point of sale systems.
Working within a fast-paced event environment, the Director must ensure seamless coordination with stadium operations and event production teams to communicate critical information and fulfill contractual obligations. The role demands a highly organized, self-motivated leader who thrives in a dynamic setting and is passionate about enhancing the overall guest experience while consistently driving profitability and operational efficiency. Compensation for this position ranges from $95,000 to $115,000 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan. The position is located on-site at the Toledo Complex in Toledo, Ohio, and entails working varied schedules including late nights, weekends, and holidays due to event programming requirements.
Legends Global fosters a culture grounded in respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. They emphasize building an inclusive workplace where authenticity, impact, and professional growth are highly encouraged. The company thrives on a winning mindset, believing success is a collective achievement reliant on the unity and efforts of a strong team. This dynamic environment makes Legends Global an inspiring workplace for those looking to contribute positively to the live event and entertainment industry.
The role of Director of Food & Beverage at Legends Global is a high-impact leadership position responsible for the oversight and management of all day-to-day food and beverage operations across multiple venues. This encompasses concessions, catering, and premium services, ensuring that hospitality standards not only meet but exceed guest expectations. The Director manages operations to optimize financial performance and sales growth, aligning with the company’s strategic goals while delivering a strong return on investment for stakeholders. They are responsible for spearheading innovation in guest experience, enhancing service delivery, and integrating technology to maintain a competitive edge in food and beverage offerings.
In this role, the Director of Food & Beverage acts as the primary liaison for client and ownership communications relating to food and beverage services. They work closely with clients, ownership groups, leagues, business partners, and key stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships that promote operational excellence. The position requires a strategic mindset combined with operational expertise to lead a cohesive management team, driving accountability and professional development within the department.
Financial stewardship is a core element of the role, involving the development and execution of operating and capital budgets, labor forecasting, pricing strategies, and cost control measures. The Director also oversees procurement, vendor management, and compliance with local and federal regulations related to food safety, alcohol service, labor laws, and safety standards. Additional responsibilities include managing inventory controls, accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining all operational assets such as foodservice equipment and point of sale systems.
Working within a fast-paced event environment, the Director must ensure seamless coordination with stadium operations and event production teams to communicate critical information and fulfill contractual obligations. The role demands a highly organized, self-motivated leader who thrives in a dynamic setting and is passionate about enhancing the overall guest experience while consistently driving profitability and operational efficiency. Compensation for this position ranges from $95,000 to $115,000 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan. The position is located on-site at the Toledo Complex in Toledo, Ohio, and entails working varied schedules including late nights, weekends, and holidays due to event programming requirements.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of 5 years foodservice management experience
- Experience in sports and entertainment venue foodservice operations
- Experience with alcohol sales management
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems
- Previous P&L responsibility preferred
- Strong leadership skills
- Flexibility to work varied hours including nights and weekends
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions
- Supervisory experience with responsibility for hiring, training, performance management, and conflict resolution
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of 5 years management experience in the contract foodservice industry preferably in sports and entertainment venues
- Experience in high volume foodservice operations including concessions or premium services
- Experience overseeing the sale of alcohol
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Previous P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and POS systems
- Strong leadership, initiative, and management skills
- Flexibility to work extended hours including late nights, weekends, and holidays
- Highly organized and self-motivated
- Supervisory experience including hiring, training, appraising, and directing employees
- Ability to perform some physical exertion
Job Duties
- Uphold and enforce Legends Global standards of quality, service, and performance
- Continuously enhance and innovate guest experience for food and beverage offerings, service delivery, technology, and communications while balancing creativity with operational feasibility
- Serve as primary point of contact for all client and ownership communications related to food and beverage services ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
- Foster strong, collaborative relationships with clients, ownership, business partners, leagues, and key stakeholders
- Lead, develop, and inspire a cohesive management team
- Ensure all department leaders are delivering on their role expectations and goals
- Develop and execute annual operating and capital budgets that support fiscally sound operations, including labor forecasting, product mix, pricing strategy, and cost controls
- Oversee operational budget and monthly P&L performance ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Review and submit all required financial reports, monthly projections, and inventory reconciliations
- Ensure accurate timekeeping, scheduling, and labor management for team members
- Maintain accountability for inventory controls, accounts payable, and accounts receivable across all departments
- Lead weekly food and beverage operations meetings with executive leadership and key stakeholders to review performance, initiatives, and upcoming events
- Oversee procurement and vendor management working closely with distributors and suppliers to secure products, services, and equipment necessary to execute events
- Manage relationships with subcontractors, concessionaires, and nonprofit partners to ensure contractual compliance and service excellence
- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including alcohol service, food safety, OSHA, payroll, employment, EEO, and company policies
- Establish and maintain safety, sanitation, and quality assurance programs in partnership with local health departments and alcohol beverage control authorities
- Oversee maintenance, repair, and lifecycle management of all operational assets such as foodservice equipment, POS systems, and uniforms
- Maintain and refresh core food and beverage programs annually to reflect fan preferences, seasonal trends, and club identity
- Participate in event production and stadium operations meetings ensuring timely communication of critical information to the management team
- Ensure all food service equipment is maintained in proper working condition to support safe and efficient operations
- Execute all contractual obligations in accordance with client and company agreements
- Perform additional related duties and responsibilities as required to support stadium operations and organizational objectives
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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