Senior Local Eats Manager | Highmark Stadium

Overview

This stadium role manages day-to-day concessions operations at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, under the Director of Local Eats. The venue opens for the 2026 NFL season as the new home of the Buffalo Bills, and the post is based on site.

What you'll do

• Own the monthly P&L and operating budget for stadium concessions, with accurate financial reporting.
• Lead and mentor the concessions management team, including assistant managers, on the business plan.
• Control labor and supply costs within budget and oversee monthly inventory.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation and equipment maintenance standards, and liaise with local health officials.
• Ensure alcohol sales meet federal, state and local rules, and manage subcontractors against contract terms.
• Hire, promote and discipline staff, including the seasonal hourly team, working with HR.

What you need

• Bachelor's degree and five to seven years' management experience in high-volume foodservice, ideally at a sports or entertainment venue.
• ServSafe Food Manager and Allergen certifications, or the ability to obtain them.
• Availability for late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of food purchasing; accounting procedures and POS systems are preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Schedule

The role requires availability for nights, weekends and holidays during live stadium events.

Pay

Salary range of $85,000 to $95,000 per year, depending on experience.

About Highmark Stadium

Highmark Stadium is the new home of the Buffalo Bills, opening for the 2026 NFL season in Western New York.