Position: Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
About: Sandhills Global Event Center (SGEC) is seeking an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to support the Food and Beverage Manager in the day-to-day operations of cafes and catering, ensuring successful event service while focusing on operational efficiency, training, and staff coordination. This role may require a flexible schedule based on event needs and includes acting as the Food and Beverage Manager during their absence.
Requirements: Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; Must pass a background and reference check; Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends based on event schedule, in adverse climates; Proactive problem-solving skills, capable of anticipating and responding to event needs, with the ability to work independently; Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, events, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines; Strong customer service orientation and professional demeanor; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook; Experience in food & beverage service, event management, or equivalent; Experience with various F&B services, from fast food to catering and bar setups; Supervisory and teamwork skills in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment with fluctuating guest flows; Strong organizational skills with the ability to create processes and documentation for consistency in service; Must possess necessary licenses from Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (Liquor Server, Liquor Manager, Restricted/Shift Manager food handler permits) at time of hire
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, Short-term & long-term disability, FSA, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance for self, spouse, and children, Paid time off (Vacation/Sick), Retirement savings Simple IRA plan with available financial advising/seminars and a full range of investing options and 3% match on retirement savings with immediate vesting, Free uniforms, Free fountain beverages and 1 meal per 8-hour shift when SGEC cafes are open for events, Free attendance at events when possible given show promoter agreements
