General Manager - Wachovia Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pa
ARAMARK (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)

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The Stadiums and Arenas division is a $1Billion business within ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment serves more than 148 premier sports stadiums, arenas and concert venues, including the home venues of 13 Major League Baseball teams and 10 National Football League teams.  ARAMARK offers stadium and arena owners a single source provider for concessions, event planning, premium dining needs and catering, on-site restaurants, retail merchandise sales and facilities management. ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment has hosted some of the biggest events in sports including the World Series, the Super Bowl, the NBA Finals, the NCAA Final Four, the NBA All-Star Game and the Stanley Cup Finals, focusing on creating the ultimate fan experience
We are currently seeking a General Manager for the ARAMARK operation at Wachovia Spectrum, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -

Home of minor league hockey, Kixx soccer, lacrosse, circus and concerts, this venue hosts up to 150 events during the year.

As General Manager, you will plan, direct and control the operations of multiple food service outlets including concessions,catering, and suites. You will be responsible for the development & growth of management teams, as well as meeting operating and financial goals, client objectives and customer needs. The General Manager will have daily interaction with the client and client's customers and/or employees. Candidate must also be flexible to work evenings, weekends and some holidays as you would support the sporting event schedules. This position reports to the Resident District Manager at the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia.     

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration or other related field, plus a minimum of 2-4 years experience in a high volume food service environment. Experience managing catering/banquet operations a plus. The ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer service, entrepreneurship and building and growing a strong business is essential to success in this role. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, senior management and ARAMARK support staff is also important. P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience is desirable. Total P&L responsibility with oversight of concessions, retail, restaurant, suites and catering.

The ideal candidate will have experience with public food service/concessions and catering operations.

 

We offer a competitive salary plus the opportunity for career advancement.