Vice President of Hospitality & Strategy - Fenway Park

Aramark•Boston, MA

4d•$220,000 - $290,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aramark Sports & Entertainment is hiring a Vice President of Hospitality & Strategy to lead our food and beverage operations at Historic Fenway Park in Boston! As a Vice President of Hospitality & Strategy, you will develop and execute comprehensive hospitality and business strategies for multi-million dollar food and beverage operations, ensuring alignment with client objectives, guest experience goals, and Aramark's growth initiatives. The Vice President will report to Senior Leadership and provide strategic oversight and mentorship to a team of salaried managers and directors. Our Vice Presidents of Hospitality and Strategy are visionary leaders who combine operational excellence with strategic business acumen. You will shape hospitality vision and direction while driving innovation, financial growth, and client satisfaction. Ideal candidates have successfully managed large-scale, complex revenue accounts, demonstrated expertise in data-driven decision making, advanced financial analytics and forecasting capabilities, and a proven track record of business development and strategic expansion.

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of food service management experience, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale, multi-unit operations
Proven Sports & Entertainment experience with demonstrated success in major venue or stadium environments
Advanced Expertise in premium hospitality, concessions management, and catering operations
Full P&L and Contract Management Responsibility in comparably scoped or larger environments
Strategic Leadership Capability to develop vision, drive innovation, and execute complex business strategies
Financial Acumen including advanced proficiency in P&L analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and ROI optimization
Proven Track Record of identifying and capitalizing on revenue growth and business development opportunities
Exceptional Client-Facing Skills with ability to lead strategic partnerships, facilitate executive conversations, and manage complex client relationships
Demonstrated Ability to Lead, Mentor, and Develop a large team of culinary and operations professionals in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Passion for Hospitality Excellence with commitment to creating memorable guest experiences and building strong organizational culture
Strategic Adaptability with ability to navigate complex business environments, manage stakeholder relationships, and respond to changing market conditions
Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality Management, or related field (or equivalent senior-level experience)
Willingness to be actively engaged with staff and strategic operations, with flexibility to work varying hours including events, evening, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Union and Labor Relations experience in a complex, unionized environment preferred

Responsibilities

Full P&L and Strategic Responsibility for food and beverage operations, including revenue optimization, cost management, and financial forecasting across all venues and concepts
Develop and Execute Hospitality Vision aligned with client partnership goals, guest experience objectives, and broader Aramark strategic initiatives
Lead Strategic Client Relationships at the location level, serving as senior partner for strategic planning, business reviews, and account expansion discussions
Oversee Operations Leadership of a large team of managers, directors, and workforce across multiple premium service, catering, and concessions units and concepts
Identify and Develop Revenue Growth Opportunities through concept innovation, menu development, premium service expansion, and new catering initiatives
Establish Business Development Strategy in partnership with Senior General Manager and Regional Vice President of Operations to drive market growth and competitive positioning
Build and Mentor a High-Performing Leadership Team through recruitment, development, and retention of top-tier operations and culinary managers
Drive Culture of Excellence emphasizing client satisfaction, operational innovation, guest experience, and accountability across all staff levels
Champion Strategic Initiatives including technology integration, sustainability, food safety compliance, and operational best practices
Engage with Clients, Stadium Stakeholders, and Team Members to identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and strengthen relationships