Concessions Manager | Full-Time | Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island)

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Concessions Manager | Full-Time | Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island)

Location

US-RI-Kingston

Job Post Information* : Posted Date

2 minutes ago (9/6/2026 8:45 AM)

Job ID

2026-34518

Location Name

Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island)

Category

Concessions / Premium Seating

Type

Regular Full-Time

Location : Location

US-RI-Kingston

Job Post Information* : External Company Name

Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL

https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code

02881

Location : Address

1 Lincoln Almond Plaza

Job Post Information* : Post End Date

12/4/2026

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

The Concession Manager will assist the Director of Concessions with the overall management of all OVG-managed athletic and live event venue concession operations, including inventory controls, product ordering, cash controls, compliance with alcohol service policies, cleaning, safety, guest service, equipment inspection, employee training and supervision, warehouse stocking and oversight, troubleshooting, closing duties, event planning support, food preparation, production, stand stocking, post-event reconciliation and reporting, and any other tasks assigned by the Director of Concessions. The Concessions Manager will supervise Concessions employees. The Concessions Manager must be available to work a variable, event-driven schedule, including evenings, holidays and weekends, as needed. Flexible availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, and strong technical aptitude are required. This role pays an annual salary of $53,000 - $56,000. Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until December 4, 2026.

A state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility, the Thomas M. Ryan Center , located on the University of Rhode Island campus in scenic South County, opened its doors in June 2002. Home to URI Men's and Women's Basketball programs, the Ryan Center also features the URI football team's locker room, along with athletic department offices, training rooms, players' lounges, and a souvenir store. The venue seats 8,000 for basketball and over 6,300 for concerts, family shows, lectures, and other community events. The Ryan Center was designed and built to meet all ADA specifications to accommodate our guests with disabilities. Located in Kingston, the Center draws on an audience of over 1.4 million people within a 40-mile radius.

Provide event oversight and operational/personnel support to ensure smooth operation. Manage concession operations for athletic, entertainment, and special events across campus venues. Manage, schedule, train, and develop part-time employees, volunteers, and nonprofit groups; oversee payroll and event-day staffing. Manage all event-day operations, including setup, food production, stocking, POS operations, guest service, cleanup, and post-event reconciliation. Ensure food quality, sanitation, safety, cleanliness, and operational standards are consistently maintained. Oversee concession equipment, POS systems, inventory,