Head of Food and Beverage

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

Being part of the team at OVO Arena Wembley means more than just work — it’s joining a community where every event brings excitement, energy and unforgettable moments. With flexible shifts designed to fit around your life, this is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic, experienced individuals to play their part in delivering world-class events

About the Role

The Head of Food and Beverage (F&B) is responsible for leading and managing the F&B department to achieve excellence in service delivery, operational efficiency, and financial performance. This role ensures the implementation of high standards in food safety, hygiene, and customer experience while contributing to the overall strategic objectives of the venue.

What we can offer

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.

You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave

We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.

Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield ; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.

We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet

Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team

Key Responsibilities:

• Align F&B strategy with venue objectives, maximizing revenue and controlling costs.
  
• Oversee all F&B operations, including event catering, concession bars, SOP compliance, stock control, and cash handling.
  
• Drive financial performance through budget management, reporting, payroll, and EPOS/PDQ systems.
  
• Ensure strict food safety and licensing compliance, implementing HACCP and company policies.
  
• Recruit, train, and develop the F&B team, fostering a culture of service excellence and accountability.
  
• Collaborate with estates, vendors, and stakeholders to maintain operational standards and regulatory requirements.
  
  

We are looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in a senior role within a high-volume, customer-focused venue.
• Personal Licence holder with Level 3 Food Safety, Level 2 Food Allergen Awareness, and Level 2 HACCP certifications.
• Familiarity with local and regional entertainment venues, with strong budgeting, stock management, and margin control expertise.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and multitasking abilities, with a professional appearance and effective communication skills.
• Strong leadership, hands-on service approach, calm under pressure, self-motivated, and driven with determination and resilience.

Recruitment Process Outlined:

• 1 st Stage - Intro Call with Talent Acquisition Team
• 2nd Stage - Interview with GM

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.