Food and Beverage Director

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


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AMB Sports & Entertainment is a subsidiary of AMB Group LLC, and is comprised of the National Football League's Atlanta Falcons, Major League Soccer's Atlanta United FC and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Atlanta Falcons are a professional American football club and member of the National Football League (NFL). The team's headquarters and practice facility are located on a 50-acre site in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The Falcons' NFL expansion franchise was awarded in 1965 and acquired by current owner Arthur M. Blank in 2002. Under Blank's leadership, the Falcons have become one of the League's premier teams on and off the field, playing their home games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in August 2017, is a world-class sports and entertainment venue in downtown Atlanta and home to the National Football League's Atlanta Falcons and Major League Soccer's Atlanta United. The multi-purpose stadium was named the 2019 Sports Facility of the Year and is host to major sports and entertainment events, including the 2026 World Cup, the 2018 and 2025 College Football Playoff National Championships, the 2018 MLS Cup, and Super Bowl LIII. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is the first professional sports stadium in North America to achieve LEED Platinum Certification and the first stadium worldwide to achieve TRUE Platinum Certification for zero waste by the United States Green Building Council. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is proud to be collaborating with naming rights partner Mercedes-Benz and twelve founding partners including Coca-Cola, Equifax, The Home Depot, Novelis, SCANA Energy, Truist, IBM, Georgia Power, American Family Insurance, Global Payments, and Ticketmaster.

Atlanta United joined Major League Soccer in 2017 and won the 2018 MLS Cup in just its second season, the earliest an expansion team has won the title since 1998. The club has set multiple league records including season tickets sales (36,000-plus), single-season average (53,002) and total home attendance (901,033). Owned by Arthur M. Blank, Atlanta United plays its home matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.




Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Director of Food and Beverage Services?

A: To succeed as a Director of Food and Beverage Services, key technical skills include expertise in menu planning, inventory management, and food safety protocols, as well as knowledge of wine and beverage service. Soft skills such as effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities are also crucial, as they enable the director to manage staff, resolve conflicts, and adapt to changing customer preferences. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Director of Food and Beverage Services can effectively lead their team, drive revenue growth, and deliver exceptional customer experiences, ultimately supporting their career growth and the success of the organization.

Q: What is the career path for a Director of Food and Beverage Services?

A: A Director of Food and Beverage Services typically follows a career progression from entry-level roles such as Food and Beverage Manager or Assistant Director, to mid-level positions like Assistant Director of Food and Beverage or Executive Sous Chef, and finally to senior roles like Director of Food and Beverage or Vice President of Food and Beverage Operations. Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include managing budgets, leading cross-functional teams, and developing culinary and hospitality expertise, often through industry certifications, training programs, and networking events. Long-term career prospects for a Director of Food and Beverage Services may include executive leadership positions in hospitality, such as General Manager or Chief Operating Officer, or even entrepreneurship, with opportunities to open and operate their own restaurants, hotels, or food service businesses.



AMB Sports + Entertainment job posting for a Food and Beverage Director in Clarksville, TN with a salary of $62,600 to $100,000 Annually with a map of Clarksville location.