Organization: Walmart AMP/Walton Arts Center
Position Title: Food & Beverage Director
Reports To: General Manager / Chief Operating Officer
Location: Fayetteville & Rogers, AR
Search Contact: Prodigy Search
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BACKGROUND
Walton Arts Center and Walmart AMP are two premier venues bringing great performing artists and entertainers from around the world to Northwest Arkansas, connecting and engaging people through inspiring arts experiences.
Located in the heart of Downtown Fayetteville, Walton Arts Center (WAC) is Arkansas’ largest and busiest arts presenter. WAC opens its doors to thousands of patrons annually to experience Broadway national tours, self-produced arts programming and festivals, free classroom series performances and more. A beacon of the community, Walton Arts Center has grown significantly over the last quarter of a century and now operates three facilities – the original Walton Arts Center, the neighboring Nadine Baum Studios and the Walmart AMP (Arkansas Music Pavilion, AMP) in Rogers.
The Walmart AMP is Northwest Arkansas’ premiere outdoor concert venue, set in a vibrant commercial district just North of Fayetteville in Rogers. The AMP has been one of the top 100 amphitheaters in the nation and has produced headlining concerts for the past 11 years, bringing top-tier touring artists to the stage.
SUMMARY
At Walton Arts Center and the Walmart AMP, we believe in creating unforgettable experiences for our patrons—and that starts with our people. We are seeking a strategic and experienced Food and Beverage Director to lead our dynamic F&B operations across two exciting venues: our indoor performing arts center in Fayetteville and the 11,000-capacity Walmart AMP in Rogers.
This is a unique leadership opportunity to manage high-volume food and beverage outlets, bar service, in-seat service, catering, premium offerings, and third-party vendors in a fast-paced, high-impact entertainment environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and execute a strategic vision for F&B operations across both venues.
- Drive profitability through smart pricing, cost control, menu & process innovation.
- Oversee staff management, hiring, training, scheduling, and performance development.
- Manage vendor relations, including supply chain, nonprofits, and third-party providers.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol regulations.
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences for patrons, artists, sponsors, and partners.
- Report on KPIs and financial performance, managing department budgets and forecasts.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A confident leader and mentor with 7–10 years of experience in food and beverage operations, preferably in sports, concerts, or entertainment venues.
- An entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation
- Experienced in managing $5M+ annual F&B revenue.
- Strong in strategic planning, vendor negotiation, and health and safety compliance (ServSafe, responsible alcohol management, etc.).
- Comfortable working on-site and at times long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A problem solver, team collaborator, and excellent communicator who thrives in fast-paced environments.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 plus performance-based bonus
- Relocation reimbursement
- Competitive benefits package
- 403(b) with up to 6% employer match
- PTO: Including Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time, and Personal Days
- Professional Development opportunities
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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