The Sales Manager will ensure the sales team at the facility meets all individual and departmental sales goals.   This position is responsible for the overall tasks related to Sales for the facility and will also lead all sales personnel in establishing goals, procedures and daily duties.   This role will pay a salary of $45,000 to $55,000.   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 11 holidays).  

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for overseeing the direction of the kitchen’s daily activities in accordance with OVG policies and objectives to ensure guest satisfaction, profitability and positive, productive and compliant work environment. The Director of Food & Beverage is solely responsible for the effective management and operation of the culinary team including event planning support, scheduling, food preparation and production, food cost control, compliance with food safety and sanitation policies, cleaning, kitchen safety, employee training and supervision. The Director of Food & Beverage must provide a high level of oversight, culinary proficiency and operational/personnel support to ensure the smooth running of all food outlets and events.   The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for ensuring quality food and beverage is served to the guests. The Director of Food & beverage will assist the Executive Chef in preparing and cooking meats, soups and sauces and supervise all other aspects of the food and beverage operations. The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the training of all kitchen staff. The Director of Food & Beverage must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule which to evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills and self-direction required.   This role will pay a salary of $65,000 to $85,000.   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 11 holidays).

The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction.  Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $17 to $20.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.  

The Part-Time Event Coordinator will assist the Events Departments in planning, execution, and completion of various events held at the Durham Convention Center.  In this role, the event coordinator will have a guest services attitude and be the liason between the client and internal departments.  The candidate will also assist with catering, scheduling, and staff management.    This role will pay an hourly wage of $19.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Dishwasher washes and sanitizes all tableware, serving materials, cooking equipment and small wares. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $16.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Server will provide ultimate hospitality for guests in a fast-paced, high volume environment.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $14 to $18.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Dishwasher washes and sanitizes all tableware, serving materials, cooking equipment and small wares. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.   This role will pay an hourly wage of $14.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Housekeeping Specialist is responsible for the routine cleanliness of the facility and in addition, will assist in set-up, show care and clean-up of events.   The Durham Convention Center is owned by the City and County of Durham and operated by OVG Venue Management. OVG, an industry leader in sports, entertainment and venue management, is dedicated to recruiting and developing individuals with the skills, experience, desire, and values to contribute to the continued growth and success of our organization.  Together we transform events into experiences. These experiences create excitement, make memories and create economic impact for the City of Durham. Come Join Us!     This role will pay an hourly wage of $11 to $12.00.    For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

The Venue Operations Manager reports to the Director of Venue Operations and is responsible for assisting in the administration, planning, budgeting and direction for the operations of the Center including front and back of house services, technical services, information technology, conversion, custodial services, temporary labor, and equipment inventory control. Insures an effective and cost efficient program by controlling the Operations budget, and performs related day to day responsibilities as required.   The Durham Convention Center is owned by the City and County of Durham and operated by OVG Venue Management. OVG, an industry leader in sports, entertainment and venue management, is dedicated to recruiting and developing individuals with the skills, experience, desire, and values to contribute to the continued growth and success of our organization.  Together we transform events into experiences. These experiences create excitement, make memories and create economic impact for the City of Durham. Come Join Us!