
Business/Office Manager - FRONTWAVE ARENA
- Oceanside, CA
- $70,000-80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.Job SummaryBusiness ManagerAs a Business Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment, training, engagement, and financial operations that support the team members who create unforgettable guest experiences. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and experienced professional with expertise in both Human Resources and Finance, able to serve as a strategic business partner, subject matter expert, and operational leader who can influence at all levels of the business.Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources
- Develop and implement recruitment and staffing plans in partnership with managers.
- Serve as the “voice of the people” in leadership discussions, influencing strategy and decision-making.
- Oversee onboarding, orientation, and training for new team members.
- Lead employee engagement and retention strategies, including succession planning and development.
- Coach managers to understand business drivers and support employee performance.
- Partner with leadership to deploy an employee engagement action plan.
- Ensure all compliance and legal requirements are met (e.g., I-9, training, HRIS data accuracy, unemployment claims).
- Manage employee investigations, progressive discipline, and grievance processes.
- Drive change management, continuous improvement, and workforce planning initiatives.
- Manage payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare, review, and distribute accurate sales reports and financial statements.
- Provide targeted financial analysis and clearly communicate results to management.
- Ensure completion of department reports, month-end closing, and compliance with company standards.
- Maintain accurate financial records and archives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors, not-for-profits, and Levy team members.
- Act as a liaison between the partner’s operational team, Levy team, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient performance.
- Interview, hire, train, and develop team members according to company guidelines.
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to optimize labor scheduling and business performance.
- Shape and manage change initiatives, improvement programs, and compliance audits.
- Attend manager meetings and contribute to the overall governance of the location.
- Partner with corporate and location HR/Finance teams to align on joint strategies.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Experience in Human Resources and/or Finance roles; experience leading in hospitality, food, or retail environments preferred.
- Strong financial acumen with experience in payroll, reporting, and analysis.
- High level of computer literacy (HRIS, payroll systems, Excel, financial software).
- Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Ability to balance strategic and operational thinking.
- Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.
- Flexibility to work non-standard hours as dictated by event schedules.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible Time Off Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)