About LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centres and theatres.

Our organisation is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

About The Venue

The AO Arena has welcomed over 30 million guests and thousands of World-renowned artists since opening its doors in 1997. It has played a vital role in shaping Manchester’s music scene and has supported artists from back-rooms to main stage. With its £50million redevelopment, the new look AO Arena will attract more artists and more fans, for many years to come.

Made in Manchester, Made for Manchester.

About the Role

We are looking for a permanent Food & Beverage Assistant to be an integral member of our F&B Operations Team. This is an integral role for us, you will be the driving force in your team ensuring we are fully prepared for all our exciting events: processing deliveries, rotating, ordering, and replenishing stock around our retail and hospitality areas and supporting the wider team with adhering to all Health and Safety/Food Safety procedures.

We are looking for an ambitious and driven individual who is looking for an opportunity to grow their career with an exciting business on a casual basis.

Additional Information:

• Due to the nature of the role, there will be a requirement to work weekends and evenings and public holidays.

• The role will entail a level of physical work including lifting and movement of heavy items – previous manual handling training is desirable, but can be provided

• There may be a requirement to support other ASM venues with this being planned in to rosters in advance

What we can Offer

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, ASM 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 ASM you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assisting both Retail and Hospitality in the day-to-day running of the department with all operational and ad-hoc tasks
• Working show nights, ensuring the service of all Food and Beverage areas are to the highest standard
• Prepare stock orders by processing requests for the Retail and Hospitality areas
• Ensuring that all food safety legislation is adhered to

Key Skills and Experience:

• Strong Hospitality Operations Experience – Essential
• Experience of working in a similar role and business – Essential
• Previous administration experience gained from a fast-paced, high-volume business - Desirable
• Experience working in an events-based environment, ideally within a similar multi-purpose space with a mixed programme - Desirable
• Knowledge of the local and regional entertainment offers and venues.
• Experience in successfully working to strict time deadlines with the ability to effectively prioritise a range of tasks.
• The ability to effectively manage own and others' time.

Recruitment Process Outlined:

• 1st Stage- Intro Call with Talent Team
• 2nd Stage- F2F Meeting with Head of Food & Beverage

Inclusive Workplace

At ASM 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 employees, 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.