General Manager of Operations - ESPN World Wide of Sports Center

Operations Director

As an Operations Director you will be responsible for leading your team members in executing The Levy Difference in regards to operations, human resources and financials. From hiring, training and developing team members to ensuring that all costs are met and quality show standards are maintained at all times, you will be representing Levy and communicating our philosophies and culture to all that you come in contact with.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Holds team accountable to steps of service to deliver great guest service
• Ensure that team members consistently deliver heartfelt hospitality to every guest, every time
• Ensures team members have the tools necessary to complete their jobs
• Ensures show quality standards are maintained at all times
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, guests, subcontractors, not-for-profits and Levy team members
• Regularly obtains feedback from clients and guests to improve operations
• Supports and communicates Levy initiatives
• Respond and assist in any departmental guest service issues
• Ensures execution of all menus, promotions and programs as outlined by the Director of Operations in accordance with Levy standards
• Acts as a liaison with team, including partners operational team, Levy team and other areas as needed to ensure efficient operational performance
• Ensures proper execution of preventive maintenance schedule as set forth by Director of Operations
• Ensures that daily walkthroughs are being conducted in both FOH and BOH for every event
• Ensures that all security, safety and sanitation standards are achieved
• Achieves daily sales and assigned cost goals
• Achieves assigned budget goals
• Provides operational planning to ensure adequate products and equipment are ordered for anticipated business levels
• Employs good safety and sanitation practices
• Practices proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment
• Follows and enforces responsible alcohol service policies
• Ensures team members adhere to Levy guidelines as stated in team member training manual and employee handbook
• Forecasts and adequately schedules team members to meet operational needs and desired targets
• Uses all performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team
• Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
• Conducts regular scheduled meetings to ensure lines of communication are open between management and team members
• Interviews, hires, trains and develops team members according to Levy guidelines
• Displays a positive attitude towards team members
• Mentors department managers to develop their skills and leadership abilities

Skills and Experience

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group / Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass / Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

At Levy, team = family. And we'll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.