Beverage Director (Beverage Director)

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!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct all activities of the beverage department.
• Conduct monthly inventory to ensure that all alcoholic beverages are accounted for.
• Coordinate the movement of beverages and equipment per concessions, suites, restaurant and catering operations.
• Responsible for providing the overall operational and financial responsibility of beverage outlet.
• Maintain the highest standards of beverage quality, service and marketing to maximize profits through excellent customer service.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Director regarding beverage orders.
• Coordinate with all Department on Beverage SOP’s and best in class practices
• Responsible for drink menu development.
• Monitor beverage inventory and pricing daily regarding changes to restaurant bar menus.
• Develop and institute beverage training to F&B team.
• Conduct training of state and local beverage laws and regulations, including knowledge for proper customer service of all alcohol products.
• Provide a safe and reliable environment for guests and employees.
• Possess a drive to provide exceptional customer service.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legend Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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

• College Degree preferred
• Three to Five Years food & beverage and/or Restaurant experience required; previous bartending experience preferred
• Must maintain personal hygiene and well-groomed appearance standards

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently or in a team setting to set up and execute an event
• Willingness and drive to exceed the guest expectations
• Ability to effectively listen and take direction from management
• Must have excellent knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Must be punctual and dependable
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions
• Must possess strong organizational skills
• Be able to delegate duties when necessary
• Ability to be calm in stressful situations while keeping a smile
• Ability to perform under pressure effectively for extensive periods of time while maintaining professionalism
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and guests
• Candidates who are TEAM trained preferred but not required  

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary range of $100,000 to $105,000 plus bonus potential, 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.