General Manager (Food) of Sports - Minnesota Vikings and TCO Stadium - Eagan MN

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: 112000 to 138500

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What makes FLIK click

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

 

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary

Job Summary:
Working as a General Manager, will oversee all food service operations supporting and maintaining the account for the Minnesota Vikings and MV Ventures, including team and staff dining, concessions, premium hospitality, catering, and special events across the Viking Lakes campus. This leadership role is responsible for delivering an exceptional guest and client experience while driving operational excellence, financial performance, and team development.

 
The General Manager will lead all aspects of the food service program, ensuring alignment with organizational standards, client expectations, and strategic business objectives. This position requires a dynamic leader with strong experience in sports and entertainment hospitality, large-scale event operations, financial management, and premium guest services.

 
Key Responsibilities:
•    Oversee daily operations for all food service programs, including team dining, concessions, premium hospitality, catering, and special events
•    Foster strong relationships with the Minnesota Vikings, MV Ventures, event partners, and internal departments to support seamless event execution
•    Support and execute external catering events and campus-wide hospitality initiatives
•    Drive a culture centered around hospitality, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
•    Manages employee meetings, reviews and training programs
•    Manages in compliance with Company established policies and procedures
•    Manages in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
•    Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
•    Establishes and maintains good rapport with staff, client and guest and other departments
•    Manages financial acumen for all areas including financial reporting with sales reports P&L reports, writing and adhering to annual budgets and cash handling
•    Analyzes and creates trends for financial data
•    Manages purchasing and inventory controls
•    Plans menus in consultation with chefs
•    Is knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with  proper storage and use of food
•    Preferred Qualifications: 
•    Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
•    Eight to ten years upscale food service experience, including six years’ experience at the management level
o    Experience in concessions and catering events up to 6000 guests. 
•    Experience in personnel management including hiring, supervision, evaluation and succession planning
•    Proven track record to achieve company goals in compliance with company/client policies and procedures
•    Excellent leadership and organizational skills, and must possess attention to detail
•    Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
•    Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
•    Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
•    Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control
•    Ability to create budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecasts
•    Knowledge of cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports
•    Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with  proper storage and use of food
•    Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving
•    Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
•    Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
•    Strong catering experience required for both casual and C-suite level plated events. 
•    Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
•    Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•    ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

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Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, 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. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1532949

Flik Hospitality Group 

Shane Tirpak 

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