Premium Lead Server

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Premium Lead Server is responsible for overseeing the serving of guests in all Premium areas to includes both sideline clubs as well as the picnic areas. The Premium Lead Server must be personable and able to work in an ever- changing fast-paced environment. The Premium Lead Server will assist the Premium Manager with projects including training, inventory and special events. The Premium Lead Server must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need. 

This role is a hands-on service role.

This is a seasonal role from March 1, 2026 and will end on September 30, 2026. 

This role pays an hourly rate of $21.00-$24.00 CAD and is tip eligible

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

• Responsible for overseeing the setting up of food & beverage service areas within clubs based on specific event needs 
• Ensures all areas are set up prior to event 
• Responsible for ensuring quality and hospitality throughout all Premium areas 
• Responsible for communication between counter parts of the department 
• Responsible for organization and preparation of events 
• Responsible for supervising team members on non-event and event days 
• Direct any other inquiries (not regarding food and beverage) to the correct entity and/or personnel 
• Monitor and maintain food quality 
• Assist management with monitoring department by maintaining policies and procedures, upholding safety and sanitation standards, and ensuring a positive atmosphere for team members and guests 
• Maintain, resolve, and enforce cash handling policies and procedures 
• Monitor and enforce safe alcohol policies and procedures 
• Monitor and maintain inventory control and product requisition 
• Have full knowledge of food and beverage menu items and accompaniments 
• Responsible for supervising the service of beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages. You must check guest's ID to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. 
• Responsible for observing guests to respond to any additional requests 
• Supervises the setup of suites functions including linens, dishware, glassware and silverware. 
• Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas. 
• Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance. 
• Assures that the location equipment is operable and clean prior to start of event. 
• Responsible for recognizing guests that are visibly intoxicated and taking action to cut off alcohol to such individuals 
• Enforces all Oak View Group policies and procedures. 
• Practices excellent Human Resources skills regarding employee relations, corrective action, coaching and counseling employees and completes all necessary HR-related paperwork. 
• Assists Management team with projects including training, inventory and special events. 
• All other duties assigned by the managers and supervisors. 

• Ability to lead and supervise the work of others. 
• Ability to actively and successfully perform all service tasks related to this role, including running orders, reset work areas and delivering exceptional guest experience. 
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment. 
• Ability to speak, read and write in English. 
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment. 
• Possess valid food handling certificate or alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations. 
• Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation and product inventory. 

Education and Experience 

• At least 2 years' experience working in a supervisory capacity in a fast-paced restaurant or catering environment or applicable Education. 

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.