About Legends Global
Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality.
We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide.
Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
The Venue
Our catering provision at York Racecourse ranges from the operation of fast-paced, high volume kiosks, bars and food outlets in the public areas to elegant and intimate fine dining experiences within the many hospitality boxes and restaurants. we have provided catering services at the course for over 30 years and has a dedicated, stand-alone team of 40 full time York Racecourse Hospitality colleagues including chefs, event managers and sales executives. In addition, up to 900 catering colleagues members are deployed across the course on a race day.
About the Role
As an Food & Beverage Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of all food and beverage operations, consistently meeting customer expectations while maintaining our high standards of quality, service, and hospitality.
You will oversee the planning, organisation, and day-to-day management of food and beverage services across a variety of events and venues. This includes managing operational schedules, coordinating teams, maintaining stock and supplier relationships, and ensuring all services are delivered efficiently and professionally.
A key part of the role involves leading and developing team members through effective delegation, clear communication, and ongoing support. You will be responsible for ensuring staff understand their responsibilities, monitoring performance, and fostering a positive and productive working environment.
This is a hands-on management position that combines operational excellence with creativity. You will have the opportunity to introduce new ideas, enhance the guest experience, and contribute to the development of innovative food and beverage offerings. Success in this role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational skills, commercial awareness, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
What we can offer
Work hard, rest well: you’ll get 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
We care about life outside work—our Life Assurance policy helps protect your loved ones while you focus on success.
Plan for the future with our 5% pension contribution, so your golden years are all about the bucket list.
HealthShield helps cover unexpected medical costs such as, dental, physio, and counselling expenses—for you and your children.
We’ve partnered with AXA Health to offer an Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental wellbeing.
See clearly and think big with our eye care vouchers and glasses contribution.
Go green and get fit with our Cycle to Work scheme.
And because great people know great people—refer a friend and get rewarded.
Gain extra peace of mind with a free will writing service through mylastwill.com, helping you protect what matters most.
Take the stress out of homeownership with free mortgage advice, providing expert guidance when you need it.
Make your commute easier and more affordable with our Northern Rail season ticket scheme, helping you save on travel throughout the year.
Key Responsibilities:
Work alongside the F&B team ensuring all race day & non-race day events are fully set up.
Oversee and manage conference and banqueting events as allocated by the F&B Operations manager.
Deliver good quality food and beverage products & service and develop the retail offer to enhance the customer experience.
To ensure the retail operation achieves financial targets of revenue and profit.
To supervise the retail F&B team at events and oversee all activities including sales, cashing up, stock control and management and cleaning.
Ensure all event invoicing and billing is carried out accurately and promptly
Ensure adherence to company policy on cash handling and all associated procedures.
To ensure compliance with all food hygiene legislation and that staff at all times comply with Health & Safety regulations; to pursue any training requirements needed for specialist areas.
To liaise with all departments to assist with the smooth running of events, ensuring at all times that the high standards expected at the venue are maintained and adhere to the SOP’s
Working alongside Head of F&B to input and oversee development of points of sale in line with business needs and procedures
To develop relationship and manage vendors/sub-contractors at both racing and no-race day events
We are looking for someone with:
Banqueting management experience.
Experience of working in an events based environment.
Strong inter personal skills and the ability to make key decisions.
The position involves an element of manual handling.
Hands on approach and be part of the service delivery.
Have a thorough understanding of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
A desire to learn and develop your career.
Personal license holder
Level 2 Food safety certificate
Recruitment Process Outlined:
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.
Inclusive Workplace
At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.
