Premium Manager - Food & Beverage at Churchill Downs

Salary $55,000 - $60,000 Location Churchill Downs, Louisville, KY – the iconic home of the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks. Since 1875, the Kentucky Derby has been held annually, making it the longest continuously running sporting event in the United States. Job Summary As a Premium Manager, you will be responsible for in‑house catering facilities, managing the daily operations of catering and banquet functions, coordinating all function activities with the catering sales and culinary teams, and overseeing catering equipment maintenance and inventory. Responsibilities Ensures all catering services exceed guest expectations Successfully presents Levy catering services to guests in a manner that exceeds guest expectations and profitability Communicates client’s needs through timely and detailed written and verbal communications to ensure internal understanding/compliance and external guest’s expectation of services Develops location‑specific food and wine knowledge Initiates contact with clients to secure their food and beverage selections in advance of event date Holds team accountable to steps of service to deliver great guest service Ensures team members are consistently delivering heartfelt hospitality to every guest, every time 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 Company initiatives Respond and assist in any departmental guest service issues Executes all menus, promotions and programs as outlined by the Director of Catering in accordance with Levy standards Achieves daily sales and assigned cost goals Achieves assigned budget goals Employs good safety and sanitation practices Follows and enforces responsible alcohol service policies Executes required daily reporting in a timely manner Completes required department reports and complies information at month‑end closing Ensures team members adhere to Levy Company guidelines as stated in the team member training manual and employee handbook Ensures the continual process of revenue development Promotes the sale of profitable Levy services Prepares account forecasts and analysis of group sales in accordance with Levy Core Signature Guidelines Ensures the complete billing for client services and receipt of payments in accordance with Levy standards Uses all performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team members Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale Conducts regularly 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 Other duties, as assigned Requirements 2+ years of experience in a food and beverage operational position Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management is preferred High level of computer literacy Passion for hospitality, food, and retail Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Benefits Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance / AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Flexible Time Off Plan Paid Parental Leave Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Personal Leave Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Additional Information 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. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Levy maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Levy Restaurants