Assistant General Manager, Bridgestone Arena
Req ID: 53046
Job type: Full-Time
Subsidiary: Sportservice
The opportunity
Delaware North Sportservice is searching for an Assistant General Manager to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. As an Assistant General Manager, you will be a restaurant leader responsible for training and developing your team, managing people, processes, budgets, and expenses effectively, and delivering quality service to guests.
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $104,100 – $140,500 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
At Delaware North, we care about our team members’ personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Support the General Manager in setting short- and long-term goals for assigned departments, including people development, operational execution, labor management, guest experience, compliance, financial performance, and client service
- Serve as the senior operational leader for assigned food and beverage departments, with primary oversight of concessions and related support operations, while ensuring alignment with overall arena priorities
- Lead season planning and event preparation processes for assigned areas, ensuring staffing plans, deployment models, product readiness, equipment needs, and operational standards are in place before each event
- Partner with department heads across concessions, commissary, culinary, premium services, retail, finance, HR, IT, and administration to create consistent execution across the full venue
- Manage department-level financial performance, including revenue, cost of goods, labor productivity, operating expenses, inventory controls, cash handling, payroll procedures, and monthly projections
- Review financial reports, event recaps, sales trends, labor reports, inventory results, and guest feedback to identify opportunities, develop action plans, and improve performance
- Drive labor planning discipline by evaluating staffing models, management schedules, event requirements, productivity expectations, and workload balance across assigned departments
- Lead, coach, and develop salaried managers, supervisors, and hourly associates to build operational capability, accountability, consistency, and bench strength
- Support recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, and succession planning for assigned departments in partnership with Human Resources and department leaders
- Conduct regular meetings and pre-event communication to ensure managers and associates understand event expectations, client needs, service standards, staffing plans, and operational priorities
- Partner with culinary leadership and procurement resources on menu planning, product availability, cost control, equipment needs, and operational execution for concessions and assigned revenue streams
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, venue partners, vendors, subcontractors, not-for-profit groups, union partners, guests, and Delaware North team members
- Ensure timely and detailed communication with internal and external stakeholders so client expectations, event requirements, service needs, and operational changes are understood and executed
- Maintain compliance with Delaware North policies, client requirements, collective bargaining agreements, responsible alcohol service guidelines, food safety standards, sanitation expectations, workplace safety requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations
- Identify and lead continuous improvement opportunities related to event execution, labor efficiency, inventory control, equipment readiness, guest service, associate engagement, and operational processes
- Support capital planning, equipment replacement, facility improvement, and operational project work as assigned by the General Manager
- Serve as the designated senior leader when the General Manager is absent from the unit, ensuring operational continuity and appropriate escalation of issues
- Complete special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the General Manager or regional leadership
More about you
- Minimum of 5 years of food and beverage leadership experience in a high-volume arena, stadium, ballpark, convention center, hospitality, or sports and entertainment environment is required
- Prior experience leading concessions, commissary, premium services, restaurants, catering, or multi-department food and beverage operations is strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business management, food and beverage management, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent operational leadership experience may be considered
- Strong understanding of event-based operations, labor planning, staffing deployment, inventory control, cash handling, cost of goods, payroll procedures, and P&L management is required
- Demonstrated ability to lead through managers, build accountability, coach performance, develop talent, and maintain morale in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Experience working in a union environment, including familiarity with collective bargaining agreements, work rules, and labor relations, is preferred
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly align internal teams, clients, vendors, and cross-functional partners before, during, and after events
- Ability to manage competing priorities, make sound decisions under pressure, respond quickly to operational needs, and maintain professionalism during high-volume events
- Strong technical skills, including experience with POS systems, inventory systems, labor reporting tools, Microsoft Office, and event-based reporting platforms
- Commitment to guest service, associate engagement, operational excellence, compliance, safety, and continuous improvement
Shift details
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Who we are
Delaware North is the concessions and retail partner at Bridgestone Arena dating back to 1996. The multipurpose venue is home to the NHL’s Nashville Predators. We manage concession outlets and four clubs, including an exclusive lounge offering an all-inclusive food and beverage experience.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Los miembros de nuestro equipo son el corazón y el alma de nuestro negocio, creando experiencias inolvidables para los huéspedes todos los días, desde el primer tee como socio oficial de catering del Campeonato de la PGA of America y la Ryder Cup nacional hasta una comida de primera clase en un lugar de sueños de Disney®. Estamos orgullosos de ofrecer innumerables oportunidades de crecimiento y aprendizaje, guiados por mentores de hospitalidad de primer nivel.
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Basado en una base de familia y hospitalidad
Cuando la familia Jacobs comenzó su humilde puesto de palomitas de maíz y maní hace más de un siglo, no tenían idea de que la empresa se convertiría en una de las empresas hoteleras privadas más grandes del mundo. Delaware North ha prosperado durante tres generaciones, sirviendo a los huéspedes en lugares icónicos de todo el mundo a través de la innovación, la integridad y la dedicación.




Los miembros de nuestro equipo son el corazón y el alma de nuestro negocio, creando experiencias inolvidables para los huéspedes todos los días, desde el primer tee como socio oficial de catering del Campeonato de la PGA of America y la Ryder Cup nacional hasta una comida de primera clase en un lugar de sueños de Disney®. Estamos orgullosos de ofrecer innumerables oportunidades de crecimiento y aprendizaje, guiados por mentores de hospitalidad de primer nivel.
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Beneficios de EE. UU.
Todos los miembros del equipo tienen derecho a sentirse cómodos, seguros y protegidos en el trabajo. Vea lo que incluye su paquete de beneficios de Delaware North.

Employee
assistance program
For all team members

Referral
bonuses
For all team members

Flexible work
schedules
For all team members

Training and
development
For all team members

Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members

Paid time off
and holidays
For eligible team members

Performance
bonuses
For eligible team members

Paid parental
bonding leave
For eligible team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members

Weekly
pay
For hourly team members
U.K. benefits
Work at some of the coolest venues in the U.K. and the world, and feel safe and secure while you do what you love.
See what your Delaware North benefits include.

Competitive
weekly pay
Casual and hourly team members

Training and
development
with Attensi, our award-winning training app

33-day holiday allowance
(including bank holidays)
for permanent team members

Favorable pension
contributions
for permanent team members

Employee discounts
and perks
Access to Drewberry App
Benefits

Food and beverage
discounts

Reward and
recognition program

Training and
development

Backing of a
global company

Flexible work
schedule

Employee assistance
program
Hourly benefits

Weekly
pay
For hourly team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Flexible work
schedules
For all team members

Training and
development
For all team members
Salaried benefits

Employee
assistance program
For all team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Flexible work
schedules
For all team members

Training and
development
For all team members

Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members

Paid vacation days and holidays
For eligible team members

Performance
bonuses
For eligible team members

Paid parental
bonding leave
For eligible team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members
Casual benefits

Competitive
weekly pay

Training and
development

Flexible work
schedules

Work at some of the world’s coolest venues
Permanent benefits

33-day holiday allowance
(including bank holidays)

Favourable pension
contributions

Employee discounts
and perks

Training and
development
Benefits

Food and beverage
discounts

Reward and
recognition program

Training and
development

Backing of a
global company

Flexible work
schedule

Employee assistance
program
Salaried benefits

Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match
For all team members

Employee assistance
program
For all team members

Time off
and holidays
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Paid parental
bonding leave
For eligible team members
Hourly benefits

Weekly
pay
For hourly team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Flexible work
schedules
For all team members

Training and
development
For all team members
Salaried benefits

Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For all team members

Time off
and holidays
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Paid parental bonding leave
For eligible team members
Hourly benefits

Weekly
pay
For hourly team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Flexible work
schedules
For all team members

Training and
development
For all team members
Salaried benefits

Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For all team members

Time off
and holidays
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Paid parental
bonding leave
For eligible team members
Hourly benefits

Weekly
pay
For hourly team members

Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Flexible work
schedules
For all team members

Training and
development
For all team members
Salaried benefits

Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members

401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members

Employee assistance
program
For all team members

Time off
and holidays
For eligible team members

Referral
bonuses
For eligible roles

Referral
bonuses
For eligible team members
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RESUMEN DE LOS CHEFS®
Delaware North se enorgullece DE ofrecer un programa para culinarios emergentes que buscan desarrollar sus habilidades y progresar en sus carreras. Creado en asociación con el Culinary Institute of America, CHEFS (Culinary & Hospitality Excellence for Future Success) ofrece tutoría, capacitación y cursos prácticos de chef ejecutivo que dan como resultado la certificación ProChef I y un camino claro hacia el éxito profesional.
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Vida en Parks & Resorts
La vida es una aventura, y eso es especialmente cierto al trabajar en nuestra división de Parks & Resorts. Ya sea rodeado por las impresionantes vistas de las cataratas del Niágara o la serena belleza de Shenandoah, los días de los miembros de nuestro equipo están llenos de asombro y emoción. Mira los videos para echar un vistazo a cómo es trabajar en estos increíbles lugares. Desde momentos inolvidables hasta paisajes impresionantes, es más que un trabajo.
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Life here
Serving fans at the AFL Grand Final. Offering a warm welcome at Auckland Airport. Sharing the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef at Lizard Island. Delaware North team members in Australia and New Zealand help create unforgettable moments every day. Be part of a team dedicated to making each guest experience truly exceptional across world-class airports, stadiums, resorts, and casinos.



























































