Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Assistant Food and Beverage Manager aids in overseeing all front of house operations within the Food & Beverage Department including catering, concessions, and bars.  Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, they will assist in managing event setups, food service execution, and various other administrative tasks. 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $21.10 to $21.63.

Benefits for FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

This position will remain open until 12/31/2024

Western Kentucky’s award-winning venue – the Owensboro Convention Center – is a full-service facility overlooking the scenic Ohio River in revitalized downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. The multi-purpose center boasts just under 102,000 sq. ft. of available space, including a 44,000+ sq. ft. exhibition hall, the 8,900+ sq. ft. Kentucky Legend® Pier outside over the scenic Ohio River, and additional ballroom, meeting, and pre-function space.

The Sportscenter, one of Owensboro’s most historic buildings, opened in 1949. It is a multi-purpose, 5,000-seat arena that hosts concerts, sporting events, graduations, trade shows, meetings, and receptions.

• Responsible for overseeing the serving of meals to guests or directing guests to the buffet line.
• Responsible for serving beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages. Must check guest’s ID to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
• Responsible for ensuring tableware and linens are replaced, as necessary.
• Responsible for scheduling and training staff.  Also aids in the recruitment process of new hires.
• Recommends certain dishes and identifies ingredients or explains how various items on the menu are prepared.
• Assists in setting up banquet functions including linens, dishware, glassware, and silverware.
• Assures that the location equipment is operable and clean prior to start of event.
• Responsible for recognizing guests that are visibly intoxicated and taking appropriate action in accordance with state law.
• Manage all staff members to observe company policies and ensure that guests are being serviced.
• Assists Management team with projects including training, inventory, and special events.
• And any other duties assigned by your manager for the betterment of the company.
• Foster a positive working environment to achieve company standards in the service industry.

• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a valid food handling certificate or alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations.
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation and product inventory.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in a Manager capacity in a fast-paced restaurant or catering environment.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.