General Manager| Full-Time | University of Southern California (USC) Athletics

Oak View Group•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

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 General Manager for food service hospitality, is responsible for the efficient, professional, and profitable operation of the food service operations at the assigned venues. This individual ultimately oversees every managerial, full-time and part-time position, and ensures full compliance with state and federal labor laws, sanitation and food-related ordinances, and alcohol service regulations. In addition to managing the day to day business operations, the General Manager solicits new sources of revenue, both on and off the venue property. This role pays an annual salary of $100,000-$115,000 and is bonus eligible. Benefits for Full-Time roles: 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 May 22, 2026. About the Venue USC has a proud athletic heritage — and with good reason. From national championships to Olympic medals, USC stands tall as one of the most successful athletics programs on the globe. As part of this tradition, USC Athletics trusts OVG's hospitality division to manage Food & Beverage services at The Galen Center, the newly opened Rawlinson Stadium, and the soon to be completed Dedeaux Field and Bloom Football Performance Center. In addition to fan facing events, OVG provides Private Events Sales and catering across other athletics venues and offices on campus.

Requirements

BA or BS required, business-related major preferred; MA or MS preferred.
Minimum 5-7 years management experience in food-related or concessions industry.
Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
Ability to make sound business/operations decisions quickly and under pressure.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Solid working knowledge of computer applications: Microsoft office, POS systems, timekeeping systems.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Possess a thorough working knowledge of all existing concessions and premium services locations: geographical location, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas, and facility access.
Possess valid Food Handlers certificate and Alcohol Service Permit if required by state or local government.
Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc. pertaining to Oak View Group and venue concession and premium services operations.
Ability to calculate basic and complex math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.
Ability to work independently with little direction.

Nice To Haves

Concessions Manager Certificate from the National Association of Concessionaires preferred.
Nationally recognized, advanced food service sanitation training course certification.
Experience working in a Union environment preferred.
Experience in a fast paced ball park or stadium preferred.
Accounting minor or credits preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure legal, efficient, professional and profitable operation of the assigned venue.
Generate and review financial reports, including budgets, projections, forecasting, revenue analysis, disbursements, capital investments, labor and product costs, wage and salary control, P&L financial statements.
Final decision-maker on equipment purchases and leases.
Conflict resolution; last-resort mediation; arbitration and labor negotiations, when applicable.
Author, review and amend policies & procedures, as required.
Author and amend contracts; authorize terms.
Oversee scheduling and labor allocation.
Analyze ticket sales in relation to anticipating staffing needs, target market demographics; determine and project point-of sale to guest ratio.
Evaluate recent historical sales and purchasing data for the purpose of identifying purchasing patterns and accurate cost of goods.
Program and maintain the point of sale system to ensure accurate financial reporting, tracking of accountability, and commodity levels by location.
Directs and assists managers in preparing and attaining future goals.
Provides each manager with the proper direction and follows up on all assignments.
Inspects the operation on a regular basis to ensure that the established quality standards are maintained.
Prepares required reports accurately and submits them on time, follows up with department heads to ensure that their reporting is completed within the same guidelines.
Develops an effective management team.
Gives the managers clear direction, and provides the necessary assistance for them to provide them to perform their work.
Evaluates each manager’s performance and makes recommendations for their improvement.
Reviews and assists in the development of menus and marketing plans with the appropriate department heads.
Establishes and maintains personal relationships with show managers, suppliers, vendors and the public that projects the venue in a positive light.