LEGENDS
Founded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Planning, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.
GLOBAL HOSPITALITY
We believe that exceptional venue experiences should extend beyond game day and show time. From five-star feasts and craft cocktails to local eats and sizzling chef-inspired creations, we are renowned for our exceptional dining experiences. Our fresh, creative cuisine is just the beginning. We strive to delight guests at every turn: candy walls, in-house bakeshops, and a warm welcome at every turn.
CENTRAL PARK BOATHOUSE
This historic building started over 150 years ago as an area to explore and rent rowboats, and over the years it has evolved into a landmark restaurant. This iconic space will continue to hold catered events, restaurant services and rowboat rentals to its millions of visitors each year.
THE ROLE
This individual manages all activities of the beverage function for the organization. S/he will run an efficient, effective, and profitable beverage operation across all venues under the leadership and direction of the General Manager. S/he will be responsible for streamlining the current programs in use and creating an improved national program, leveraging vendor relationships and best practices. This person will identify, evaluate, and develop strategies to increase revenue and guest satisfaction with the department’s services while ensuring compliance with all food and beverage regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Coordinate the development and implementation of beverage programs that support concept clarity and take advantage of local beverage opportunities.
- Provides necessary beverage training with an emphasis on sales, service, and product knowledge to ensure operational success.
- Manage and develop concept-appropriate wine list enhancements, beverage lists, recipes, and menu collateral.
- Maintain strong working relationships with Legends team members and partners by providing leadership and direction for beverage operations and purchasing.
- Ensure unit compliance with federal, state, local, and Legends regulations regarding the sale of alcohol. Conduct training in state and local beverage laws and regulations, including knowledge for proper customer service of all alcohol products.
- Maintain the highest standards of beverage quality, service and marketing to maximize profits through excellent customer service.
- Responsible for innovative drink menu development
- Monitor beverage inventory and pricing on a daily basis regarding changes to restaurant bar menus
- Develop and institute beverage training to F&B team
- Provides the necessary beverage cost management tools to operations for successful cost management
- Ensures beverage cost and operational efficiency and great guest beverage experience by providing standard operating procedures and ongoing training for team members
- Ensures competitive pricing and product through regular research
- Ensures all security, safety, and sanitation standards are met
- Ensures continuity of retail pricing throughout each location
- Works with location managers and team members to ensure proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment is practiced
- Maintains and perpetuates strong partnerships with vendors, and assists in the development of mutually beneficial programs
- Liaison with General Manager and able to assist in various property openings, training and development as requested
- Interacts with and supports location management teams through active communication and participation in meetings
- Maintains regular contact with location team members to promote a positive guest experience.
- Will be a part of a rotating schedule responsible for coving opening and/or closing restaurant shifts.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5-7 years food & beverage management experience in the contract foodservice industry, preferably in sports and entertainment venues.
- Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products to Legends standards
- Possess extensive wine, beer, and beverage spirits knowledge
- Possess knowledge of applicable local, state, federal, province and other applicable laws within the multiple location’s jurisdictions
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
- Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills.
- Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management
- Must be flexible to work extend hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Knowledge of accounting policy and procedures and POS Systems is required.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary $85,000 – $90,000 , 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: On Site
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.