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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Levy maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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