Senior Manager, F&B Strategy - Venue Planning & Development

Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

As the Senior Manager, Food & Beverage Development Strategy, you will play a critical leadership role in bringing new food & beverage concepts to life across our portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Food & Beverage Development Strategy, you will help drive the full lifecycle of venue openings — from pre-opening planning and critical path execution to launch activation and post-opening optimization.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, highly visible environments and enjoys building structure, driving accountability, and partnering across disciplines to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Lead and manage critical paths for new venue openings, rebrands, resort integrations, and new property developments

• Develop and maintain F&B Opening Playbooks, toolkits, OS&E punch lists, Task Force materials, and guest feedback frameworks

• Track and communicate milestones, deliverables, and project needs across cross-functional partners

• Support pre-opening planning, training materials, venue testing, and operational readiness

• Coordinate selection and inspiration packages for OS&E, tabletop, uniforms, and collateral

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to implement brand standards, service expectations, and marketing alignment

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform concept development and continuous improvement

• Facilitate post-opening reviews and milestone lookbacks to drive best practices for future openings

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business Management, or related field

• 2+ years of leadership experience managing or supervising employees within hospitality or Food & Beverage operations

• Experience supporting or leading restaurant/bar/lounge openings in a resort or large-scale hospitality setting

• Strong understanding of beverage and restaurant concept development, service standards, and operational controls

• Proven ability to manage projects under tight deadlines with strong organizational discipline

• Experience working in union environments (preferred)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Prioritize your wellness, access programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health. 

• Enjoy unbeatable discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and exclusive partner perks for travel, tech, and beyond! 

• Savor delicious meals for free in our employee dining room. 

• Park with ease—whether you're on or off shift, it's free! 

• From healthcare to financial support and generous time-off options, we’ve got you covered. 

• Elevate your career with development programs, connect through networking events, and make a difference with community volunteer opportunities.

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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!