The General Manager of Concessions at the University of Kentucky will lead the team who creates unforgettable experiences. As General Manager of Concessions, you will be responsible for managing the concessions department to achieve the best possible guest experience, partner satisfaction and financial results. The ideal candidate will be an experienced operations leader who is focused on people and quality standards.

Detailed Responsibilities
Overseeing all aspects of concessions operations
Ensuring the recruitment and training of team members in our standards and procedures
Working with the location leadership team to continually drive improvements in guest satisfaction and financial results
Driving engagement within the concessions department
Overseeing all aspects of season planning and event preparation in the concessions department to ensure maximum event readiness
Ensuring point of sale updates and regular maintenance checks are completed
Overseeing loss prevention activities including managing and overseeing the nightly Goods Out of Stock (GOS) procedure
Working in partnership with other departments to ensure accurate completion of the requisition process
Working with the culinary and purchasing team to ensure regular updates to the concessions theoretical matrix to ensure accurate theoretical margin calculations
Implementing concessions Production Sheet to ensure accurate production and minimal wastage
Conducting progressive coaching with team members
Completion of monthly financial reporting and action planning
Ensuring regular maintenance, cleaning and inspection of all concessions areas and equipment
Ensuring all appropriate alcohol service signage is placed and that Responsible Service of Alcohol protocols are followed
Completion and processing of alcohol incident logs to identify recurring issues or trends
Holding pre-shift meetings to set the tone for events
Oversee service standards during events to ensure a high level of guest experience
Ensuring accurate end of month inventory completion
Partnering with purchasing team to manage product transfers and requisition sheets to accurately track products during events
Managing and resolving guest complaints
Managing team member incidents/accidents and following all required reporting procedures
Managing team member scheduling in line with demand forecasts
Subcontractor communications - ensure they have all correct paperwork in, scheduled properly, staffing has done appropriate trainings, etc.
Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of month-end inventory for the concessions department
Completing building walkthroughs during events
Working with location partners to manage the implementation standards agreed through sponsorship deals
Supporting other locations/properties, as needed
Must maintain ServSafe Food Manager and ServSafe Alcohol Certification

Skills and Experience
5+ years of experience in a food and beverage operational position; previous concessions experience preferred
High level of computer literacy
Passion for hospitality, food, and retail
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Able to work evenings and weekends, as dictated by event schedule
Experience managing high-volume operations
Knowledge of inventory, labor, and financial management