Oak View Group

Director of Premium | Full-Time | Spruce Meadows

Location CA-AB-Calgary
Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 days ago(5/2/2026 5:13 PM)
Job ID
2026-31580
Group
OVG - Food Services & Hospitality
Location Name
Spruce Meadows
Category
Food & Beverage Management
Type
Regular Full-Time
Location : Location
CA-AB-Calgary
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Oak View Group
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
https://www.oakviewgroup.com/
Location : Postal Code
T2X 4B7
Location : Address
18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW
Job Post Information* : Post End Date
7/31/2026

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. 

Overview

The Director of Premium is responsible for the comprehensive oversight of all suites, clubs, and premium catering operations within the venue. This role ensures exceptional service standards, drives premium revenue performance, is responsible for generating, managing, and coordinating outside catering sales, and supports all operations as needed to achieve overall departmental profitability. The Director of Premium leads all venue activities with a strong focus on service execution, operational efficiency, staff development, and guest satisfaction. This position actively supervises, coaches, trains, and mentors staff to uphold OVG's quality and service standards while fostering a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment. The  Director of Premium also enforces all OVG operating and compliance policies, manages event service requirements from planning through execution, and contributes to employment-related decisions, including hiring, training, performance management, and corrective action.  

 

This role pays an annual salary of $100,000-$115,000 CAD. 

 

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 July 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of premium operations, including suites, club spaces, and VIP areas.
  • Develop and execute strategies to maximize premium revenue, retention, and upsell opportunities.
  • Direct the premium sales team to support client acquisition, renewals, and relationship management.
  • Oversee staffing, training, and performance management for premium service teams.
  • Ensure consistent delivery of elevated service standards and guest experience excellence.
  • Partner with culinary leadership to design and execute premium menus and offerings.
  • Manage budgets, forecasting, and financial performance for premium areas.
  • Analyze guest feedback and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Oversee game day/event execution, ensuring seamless operations in all premium spaces.
  • Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and internal departments.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and alcohol service standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field is preferred.
  • 5–7+ years of experience in premium hospitality, food & beverage, or venue operations.
  • Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and revenue targets.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
  • Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions. 

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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