Catering Operations Manager (Highmark Stadium - Buffalo Bills)

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!

THE ROLE

The Catering Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization, and execution of all game day and non-game day events. In addition to establishing and maintaining relationships with all event sales and culinary teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaise with Culinary, Beverage Managers, Conversions, and Operations on event logistics.
• Engage collaboratively with Culinary Chef and Beverage Director
• Consult with sales coordinator to determine catering needs, preferences, and budget.
• Attend walk throughs and conference calls with clients and vendors as necessary.
• Execute event proposals, floor plan, and estimation of charges for clients based on specific event needs.
• Work with Sales Coordinator to distribute Banquet Event Orders.
• Work directly with Events Sales Team for event sales to operations handoff

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience and/or training. 
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Catering Manager.

Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in financial analysis and planning, budgeting, and marketing.
• Working knowledge of local and regional markets, venue operations, and special events industries.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively evaluate risks and liabilities of special events and stadium rentals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.)

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary range of $63,000 - $75,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: Highmark Stadium- Buffalo, NY (On-Site)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.