Director of Catering Operations | Full-Time | Allegiant Stadium
Director of Catering Operations | Full-Time | Allegiant Stadium
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Job Description
Oak View Group
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.
Position Summary
The Director of Catering Operations at Allegiant Stadium is a key member of the hospitality leadership team responsible for overseeing all catering execution for private events premium spaces and game-day hospitality across the stadium. This individual will lead the planning and execution of high-profile events ranging from corporate galas and concerts to NFL game days and VIP experiences.
This role demands a strategic thinker with operational excellence polished client service and the ability to deliver exceptional catering experiences in a fast-paced high-expectation environment.
This role pays an annual salary of $100000 to $125000 and is bonus eligible
Benefits for full-time roles: Health Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) savings plan 401(k) matching and paid time off (vacation days sick days and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until October 10 2025.
About the Venue
Allegiant Stadium is the technologically-advanced stadium that is the home of the Las Vegas Raiders NFL team and hosts world-class entertainment including concerts and special sporting events.
Responsibilities
Event Strategy & Execution
- Lead the end-to-end execution of all catered functions across the stadium including club spaces suites event-level activations and large-scale banquets.
- Collaborate with Sales Culinary and Premium teams to develop customized service strategies for each event.
- Oversee logistical planning for catering setups timelines and staffing to ensure flawless execution.
- Maintain an active on-site leadership presence for major events and high-visibility clientele.
Operational Leadership
- Ensure seamless coordination between culinary production service teams and event logistics.
- Implement standard operating procedures to support scalable efficient catering operations across all event types.
- Monitor food safety sanitation and cleanliness standards in alignment with Allegiant Stadium and health department regulations.
- Partner with Culinary and Beverage Directors on menu development and premium innovation.
Team Management & Culture
- Lead and mentor a team of catering managers banquet captains and service staff to deliver exceptional hospitality.
- Manage sourcing interviewing onboarding training new team members.
- Develop training materials to guide all event staff on skills proper protocols and standard operating procedure.
- Drive training initiatives focused on VIP service attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.
- Foster a culture of accountability energy and pride in delivering top-tier guest experiences.
Financial & Administrative Oversight
- Prepare and manage budgets forecasts and financial reports related to catering operations.
- Manage labor scheduling inventory control and cost tracking to achieve department goals.
- Review event billing payroll and reconciliation in collaboration with Finance.
- Analyze post-event reporting and implement improvements for continuous service refinement.
Client & Stakeholder Relations
- Serve as the senior catering liaison to stadium partners VIP clientele and internal stakeholders (Raiders UNLV tour promoters etc.).
- Act as the primary escalation point for high-level service concerns during events.
- Represent the hospitality team in planning meetings and walkthroughs with corporate clients and producers.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Hospitality Business Administration or related field preferred.
- 710 years of progressive leadership experience in large-scale catering or premium hospitality ideally in stadiums arenas or convention centers.
- Proven track record executing high-volume and high-end events (1000 guests).
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets.
- Exceptional interpersonal and client-facing communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge of catering systems (e.g. Delphi TripleSeat) POS systems (e.g. Micros Tapin2) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- ServSafe and Alcohol Service Certification (e.g. TIPS or TAM) required.
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- Experience working with high-profile clientele and celebrity-level events.
- Calm under pressure with the ability to lead in a live-event environment.
- Passionate about sports entertainment and creating memorable fan experiences.
- Flexible schedule and availability to work nights weekends and holidays.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
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 ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
