Oak View Group

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.

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Overview

The Suites Lead is responsible for overseeing the serving of guests on all the suite’s levels which includes 26 suites, 10 party suites and 2 flex suites. The Suites Food and Beverage Lead must be personable and able to work in an ever- changing fast-paced environment. The Suites Food and Beverage Lead will assist the Suites Manager with projects including training, inventory, and special events. The Suites Food and Beverage Lead must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $20.

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching

job expires 8/31/2024

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the setup of food service areas within specific suites based upon pre-orders• Ensures all suites are set prior to event based upon communication received of orders. Responsible for ensuring quality and hospitality throughout the Suite Level of the arena• Responsible for communication between counter parts of the department, organization, and preparation of events. Assisting in closing out financials per event and ensuring correct billing takes place• Responsible for supervising team members on non-event and event days• Direct any other inquiries (not regarding food and beverage) to the correct entity and/or personnel• Monitor and maintain food quality• Assist management with monitoring department by maintaining policies and procedures, upholding safety and sanitation standards, and ensuring a positive atmosphere for team members and guests• Maintain, resolve, and enforce cash handling policies and procedures• Monitor and enforce safe alcohol policies and procedures• Monitor and maintain inventory control and product requisition• Have full knowledge of food and beverage menu items and accompaniments• Responsible for supervising the service of beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages. Must check guest’s ID to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.• Responsible for observing guests to respond to any additional requests• Responsible for ensuring suites has all necessary serviceware• Supervises the setup of suites functions including linens, dishware, glassware and silverware.• Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.• Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.• Assures that the location equipment is operable and clean prior to start of event.• Responsible for recognizing guests that are visibly intoxicated and taking action to cut off alcohol to such individuals• Enforces all OVG policies and procedures.• Practices excellent Human Resources skills regarding employee relations, corrective action, coaching and counseling employees and completes all necessary HR related paperwork.• Assists Management team with projects including training, inventory and special events.• All other duties as assigned by the managers

Qualifications

• Ability to lead on tasks and oversee the work of others.• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.• Possess valid food handling certificate or alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations.• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.• Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation and product inventory.Education, Qualifications and Experience:• 1-2 years’ experience working in a leadership capacity in a fast-paced restaurant or catering environment or applicable Education.

 Education, Qualifications and Experience:

• At Least 1-2 years’ experience working in a supervisory capacity in a fast-paced restaurant or catering environment or applicable Education.

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.

EEO

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.