Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) one of the world's premier sports and entertainment companies, owns the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL), Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA D-League), TFC II (USL) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League. Its charitable arm, MLSE Foundation, focuses on funding initiatives to support youth through sport and recreational programs. In 2017 MLSE Foundation, with support of community and corporate partners, built MLSE LaunchPad, a 42,000-sq. ft. space dedicated to programming that support its four Pillars: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Ready For School and Ready For Work.

MLSE also owns and operates Scotiabank Arena, Canada’s premier sports & entertainment venue hosting more than 200 events each year, as well as two digital channels (Leafs Nation Network and NBA TV Canada), and has a partnership with Live Nation (the biggest concert promoter in the world). MLSE has also invested in and operates five of Toronto's sports facilities – Coca-Cola Coliseum, BMO Field, BMO Training Grounds at Downsview Park, home of Toronto FC's Academy and the First Team's practice facility, the Toronto Raptors’ training facility and the MasterCard Centre for Hockey Excellence, the practice facility for the Maple Leafs and Marlies.

MLSE’s common purpose is to unite and empower employees to deliver extraordinary moments to our fans and each other.

• Effectively lead all areas of Scotia Club’s operation including internal and external partners, programming, guest services, purchasing, restaurant and bar.
• Provide continuous leadership and mentorship to supervisors and team leading all aspects of the above functions; ensuring MLSE’s Vision and Values drive their objectives.
• Develop and implement business plans and strategies; prepare and supervise operating and capital budgets that align with the Food and Beverage department’s vision driving sales and delivering on budgets.
• Work in conjunction with MLSE’s Finance, IT, Human Resources and Culinary departments holding dotted line responsibilities as it relates to the employees supporting the restaurant.
• Work closely with MLSE Marketing, Global Partners, Consumer Products and Live Entertainment teams, helping to support their operational objectives and promotional initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate sales tracking, inventory and accounting systems are in place and followed.
• Apply expertise and a strategic outlook in developing and growing programs and events.
• Build, handle and leverage client relationships and business partnerships.
• Foster a “one team” approach while adhering to MLSE service standards and policies.
• Perform other related duties as the need arises.

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience.  We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as Manager or higher of Food & Beverage in a hotel, restaurant or events based venue
• Management experience in a high volume restaurant
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business or Hospitality
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• A positive, winning approach, incorporating integrity, confidentiality and discretion
• An ongoing awareness and responsiveness to guest service
• Experienced with operational budget management and cost control measures
• Outstanding interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and develop professional relationships
• Skilled in strategic planning and organization development
• A strong business acumen and a visionary for capturing opportunities
• Ability to improve and lead a positive, and innovative work environment with a history in successfully leading and developing a multi-disciplinary team
• An effective problem solver, driven by results and alert to change
• Shown to perform well under pressure; handle and lead multiple priorities simultaneously
• Trained in WHMIS, Smart Serve, ServSafe, NFSTP or equivalent
• Skilled knowledge of food, wine, beer and spirits
• A positive, winning attitude

Apply by:  November 14, 2022

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

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