5-7 years of management experience in food and beverage, recreational, or entertainment sectors
Proven track record in P&L management with budgets over $1MM
Experience in corporate sponsorship sales and event management
Strong operational knowledge of risk management and sports programming
Bachelor's degree in business management, sports management, or related field preferred
Responsibilities
Analyze operations to identify performance improvements and cost reductions
Appoint and delegate responsibilities to department heads
Coordinate functions among departments to ensure smooth operations
Collaborate with ownership and advisors to resolve issues and enhance activities
Direct financial activities to maximize investments and operational efficiency
Implement corrective action plans for departmental challenges
Prepare and present comprehensive reports on business activities
Benefits
Seasonal full-time position with potential for growth
Opportunity to lead a high-profile venue in New York City
Engagement in a dynamic and collaborative work environment
Chance to develop and implement innovative business initiatives
Minimal travel requirements for trade shows and conferences
Full Job Description
GENERAL MANAGER - The Standard Hotel Ice Rink
TSHTL SFM, LLC
LOCATION: New York, NY
DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS
REPORTS TO: VP OF VENUE MANAGEMENT
STATUS: SEASONAL FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The General Manager is responsible for the financial and operating performance of the venue. The objectives for this position include:
Optimizing overall profitability
Creating a culture of accountability which supports the organizational values
Meeting or exceeding annual growth objectives
Facilitating interdepartmental collaboration
Employee retention and staff development
Development of employee and operating policies
Implementation of major business initiatives
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Analyze operations to evaluate performance of the company and its team members in order to meet objectives, and to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change
Appoint department heads or managers and assign or delegate responsibilities to them
Establish departmental responsibilities and coordinate functions among departments and sites
Confer with ownership, Sports Facilities Management advisors & support team, and team members to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems
Coordinate the development and implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, and other administrative control processes
Direct and coordinate an organization's financial and budget activities in order to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency
Direct human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans and activities, the selection of directors and other high-level staff, and establishment and organization of major departments
Direct, plan, and implement policies, objectives, and activities of organizations or businesses in order to ensure continuing operations, maximize returns on investments, and increase productivity
Implement corrective action plans to solve organizational or departmental problems
Prepare and present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes and rulings, and other items affecting businesses or program services
Represent the organization and promote its objectives at official functions, or delegate representatives to do so
Serve as liaisons between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations
Administer programs for selection of any site location, potential construction needs, and provision of equipment and supplies
Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, and/or distribution of products
Direct and give strategic direction to all departments
Negotiate or approve contracts and agreements with suppliers, distributors, federal and state agencies, and other organizational entities
Organize and approve promotional campaigns
Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding and implementation of programs
Review reports submitted by team members in order to recommend approval or to suggest changes
Continually research new technologies to increase efficiency within the business
Schedule and monitor continued training seminar for team members on various operational, safety, and legal responsibilities
Any additional duties assigned by the VP of Venue Management
MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior responsibility in daily P&L management and budget oversight responsibility of $1MM or greater
Proven management and leadership experience in the food and beverage, recreational, and entertainment industry
Operational knowledge of F&B, entertainment, and sport clubs as well as parties, corporate events, and teambuilding preferred.
Prior experience in contracting or overseeing others who have sold corporate sponsorships, birthday parties, corporate parties, tournaments, leagues, camps, fitness programming, and other related services preferred
