Premium Services Manager | Full-Time | CFG Bank Arena

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management hospitality and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015 the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas stadiums convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions spanning four continents.

The Premium Services Manager is responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations within premium suites and catered events at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore Maryland. This position ensures the delivery of exceptional guest experiences by managing suite service catering execution premium hospitality standards and event-day operations. The role partners closely with culinary sales operations and guest services teams to drive revenue maintain service excellence and exceed client expectations for corporate VIP and private event guests. Key responsibilities include planning and executing premium food and beverage programs managing suite and catering staff monitoring operational performance ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards controlling labor and inventory costs and fostering strong relationships with suite holders and catering clients. The Premium Services Manager serves as a leader in creating memorable hospitality experiences while supporting the arenas overall business objectives and commitment to world-class service.

This role pays an annual salary of $70000-$80000 and is commission 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 September 11 2026.

CFG Bank Arena is a 14000 seat reimagined world-class concert and entertainment venue. A premier destination for fans and artists CFG Bank Arena showcases over $250MM in renovations including modernized state-of-the-art acoustics superior suites and exclusive club levels premium contemporary seating reimagined concourses upscale culinary experiences in food & beverage selections and more! Located in the heart of Baltimore the iconic landmark offers guests the ultimate entertainment experience the moment they step foot through its doors. Rich in history uniting fans with memories old and new CFG Bank Arena hosts 105 shows annually including the hottest artists on the planet. A cornerstone of the City of Baltimore committed to the community and redeveloped in the heart of Baltimore. A new era of live entertainment has arrived in Baltimore with the highly anticipated and reimagined CFG Bank Arena.

• Manage all food and beverage operations for luxury suites clubs and catered events.
• Ensure seamless execution of event-day suite service and premium hospitality experiences.
• Coordinate pre-event planning and post-event evaluations for premium areas.
• Monitor service standards to ensure exceptional guest satisfaction.

• Oversee planning and execution of catered events including corporate functions private events and arena special events.
• Collaborate with sales teams to fulfill client requirements and contractual obligations.
• Conduct client walkthroughs and serve as the primary operational contact for premium and catering clients.
• Ensure accurate event orders staffing plans and service timelines.
• Take the lead on using lead-generating tools to book new hospitality events on dark days of the arena schedule.

• Recruit train coach and supervise premium service and catering staff.
• Develop staff schedules and manage labor costs according to event demands.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing training focused on hospitality excellence.
• Foster a positive service-oriented culture.

• Manage premium food and beverage budgets and cost controls.
• Monitor labor expenses inventory levels and product usage.
• Analyze revenue performance and identify opportunities to increase premium sales.
• Assist with forecasting and financial reporting.

• Build and maintain relationships with suite holders sponsors VIP guests and catering clients.
• Address guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Develop strategies to enhance premium guest retention and satisfaction.
• Support renewal efforts through exceptional service delivery.

• Ensure compliance with all health safety sanitation and alcohol service regulations.
• Maintain proper food handling procedures and cleanliness standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of premium and catering service areas.

• Partner with culinary concessions warehouse operations marketing and sales teams.
• Coordinate logistics for concerts sporting events family shows and special events.
• Participate in menu development and premium service enhancements.
• Support implementation of new hospitality initiatives and technology systems.

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management Business Administration Food & Beverage Management Event Management or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 35 years of progressive leadership experience in premium hospitality catering food and beverage operations sports and entertainment venues hotels convention centers or restaurants.
• Experience managing luxury suites premium clubs catering operations or high-volume hospitality environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards banquet operations and premium guest experience management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead motivate and develop diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience with labor management budgeting inventory control and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build relationships with VIP guests clients and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and hospitality/event management software systems.
• Knowledge of food safety sanitation and responsible alcohol service practices.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification and Alcohol Service Certification preferred or the ability to obtain them upon hire.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends holidays and event days.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift heavy objects.
• Experience in sports and entertainment venues arenas stadiums or convention centers is strongly preferred.

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.

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.