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Oak View Group
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Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for overseeing the direction of the operation's food and beverage daily activities in accordance with OVG policies and objectives to ensure guest satisfaction, profitability and positive, productive and compliant work environment. The Director of Food & Beverage is solely responsible for the effective management and operation of the concessions, retail, and purchasing team at the Wintrust Arena including event planning support, scheduling, food preparation and production, food cost control, compliance with food safety and sanitation policies, cleaning, kitchen safety, employee training and supervision. The Director of Food & Beverage must provide a high level of oversight, culinary proficiency and operational / personnel support to ensure the smooth running of all food outlets and events.
The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for ensuring quality food and beverage is served to the guests of the Wintrust Arena. The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the training of all kitchens, catering, concession and support staff. The Director of Food & Beverage must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule which includes evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills and self-direction required.
This role will pay a yearly salary of $80,000 to $90,000.
For FT roles : Benefits : Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until April 4, 2025.
About the Venue
McCormick Place located in downtown Chicago is the largest and most flexible convention center in North America, with over 2.6 million square feet of exhibition space. The campus proudly hosts some of the world’s largest and most prestigious conventions, meetings, and trade shows, welcoming approximately 3 million visitors to Chicago every year.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of food and beverage staff including creating a positive work environment for all staff members.
- Displays knowledge of culinary preparation skills and teaches others proper preparation and food presentation.
- Manages the control of food and labor costs through proper scheduling and purchasing.
- Conducts regular inspections to assure cleanliness and maintenance meet company standards.
- Oversees and manages monthly inventory.
- Responsible for providing high quality, fresh food products in a timely manner for delivery to guests.
- Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities as related to preparation, excellent service and delivery of product.
- Coordinates the storage, maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards and training in work areas.
- Responsible for observing and testing foods to ensure proper cooking.
- Responsible for portioning, arranging and garnishing food plates for delivery to guests.
- Responsible for consulting with managers to plan menus and estimate expected food consumption.
- Must be a visible presence working on the kitchen floor with staff to ensure quality, efficiency, and overall management of operations.
Qualifications
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people , improves our service , and raises our excellence . Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
