Concessions Event Manager

University of Oregon•Eugene, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Concessions Event Manager oversees and manages the day-to-day food and beverage operations of assigned University of Oregon Athletic Department sporting events, including pre-event set-up, working event, and post-event breakdown. This position will hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate up to 80 temporary part-time and student employees in order to meet customer service demands and ensure successful staffing of events. This position will also train, schedule, and supervise 40 non-profit volunteer groups (up to 50 per group) to staff concession stands during all University of Oregon home contests and outside events. This work requires the Concessions Event Manager to be available outside of “normal business hours” on nights and weekends to perform responsibilities. The Concessions Event Manager is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University of Oregon, Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA.

Requirements

Two years of supervision experience in a food service operation.
Possession of OLCC service permit OR ability to acquire one within 30 days.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with staff, customers, vendors, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills.
Expertise in inventory count and control.
Expertise with cash management.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Three or more years of successful work experience as a collegiate or professional sports concession manager.

Responsibilities

Oversees and manages the day-to-day food and beverage operations of assigned University of Oregon Athletic Department sporting events, including pre-event set-up, working event, and post-event breakdown.
Hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates up to 80 temporary part-time and student employees.
Trains, schedules, and supervises 40 non-profit volunteer groups (up to 50 per group) to staff concession stands during all University of Oregon home contests and outside events.
Promotes the philosophy and objectives of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department.
Adheres to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University of Oregon, Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA.