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ABOUT THE ROLE:
Proof of the Pudding provides food & beverage hospitality services at Bryant-Denny Football Stadium to The Founders Club and President’s Club. Each game day all 2500 guests enjoy elevated menus and drink options provided by POP’s unmatched service.
POP is seeking a Premium Food & Beverage Manager to join the growing Alabama team. The Premium F&B Manager will oversee the Premium Suites and Clubs football game-day operations, assist in recruiting and hiring a premium team, and lead set-up and pre-game day planning. This role will be a point person in communications with the client and all game-day operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with account executives (Sales Team) to fully understand event details including custom menus, event set up, equipment needs, and event execution timeline.
Frequent meetings and open lines of communication with sales, operations, and culinary team in preparation for each event.
Prepare organizational documents –specialty equipment/linen distribution, dry product distribution, menu signage, etc.
Responsible for all facets of Front of House suite event operations at Bryant-Denny Stadium & other Auburn venues that includes the development, fulfillment, execution, and overall service management of suites and clubs
o Overseeing all buffets ensuring consistency and completion of every BEO
Manage and support premium suites staff – servers, bartenders, pantry attendants, and more.
Directly communicate with suite holders and administrators, supporting menu development in each suite on game days
Conduct daily walks of suites pantries and storage locations to ensure safety and sanitation guidelines are carried out effectively
Work closely with Management on all employee related matters including but not limited to hiring, training, and coaching to ensure high performance and compliance
This position’s main schedule is August-November; during the off season this position has the opportunity to support other POP venues given business demands
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years of experience in food service leadership, high volume catering and/or stadium food & beverage experience preferred
Must be a team player, well organized, and have strong computer/Microsoft Office skills
Excellent listening and communication skills
Renowned time management skills
Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs
Knowledge of Catering Operations
The ability to work alone and as a team
Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.
