Front of House Manager | Full-Time | WinStar World Casino's Gran Via Buffet
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Thackerville, OK, 73459
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Front of House Manager is responsible for assisting the General Manager with the efficient, professional and profitable operation of the venue. The Front of House Manager aids the General Manager in overseeing every managerial, full-time and part-time position, and ensuring full compliance with state and federal labor laws, sanitation and food-related ordinances, and alcohol service regulations. The Front of House Manager will actively supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train and mentor employees in meeting company quality standards, and will independently initiate and authorize all employment actions such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, and promotion. The Front of House Manager will ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant and cooperative work environment.
This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule, which includes evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction and strong management and independent decision-making skills are required.
This role will pay an annual salary of $60,000-$75,000.
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 December 31, 2025.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the overall effective management of the catering operations.
- Ensure legal, efficient, professional and profitable operation of the venue.
- Generate and review financial reports, including budgets, projections, forecasting, revenue analysis, disbursements, capital investments, labor and product costs, wage and salary control, P&L financial statements.
- Author, review and amend policies & procedures, as requested by the General Manager.
- Oversee scheduling and labor allocation.
- Program and maintain the point of sale system to ensure accurate financial reporting, tracking of accountability.
- Directs and assists managers in preparing and attaining future goals.
- Provides each manager with the proper direction and follows up on all assignments.
- Inspects the operation on a regular basis to ensure that the established quality standards are maintained.
- Prepares required reports accurately and submits them on time, follows up with department heads to ensure that their reporting is completed within the same guidelines.
- Develops an effective management team.
- Gives the managers clear direction, and provides the necessary assistance for them to provide them to perform their work.
- Assists the General Manager in evaluating each manager’s performance and makes recommendations for their improvement.
Qualifications
- BA or BS with business-related major; accounting minor or credits preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years management experience in food-related industry.
- Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
- Ability to make sound business/operations decisions quickly and under pressure.
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
- Solid working knowledge of computer applications: Microsoft office, POS systems, timekeeping systems.
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to calculate basic and complex math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
- Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
- Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently with little direction.
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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Frequently asked questions
At Dallas Convention Center, the Front of House Manager uniquely blends venue management with catering oversight, emphasizing compliance with diverse regulations and team leadership. Unlike some casino roles focused solely on guest services, this position integrates financial reporting and staff mentoring, offering a broader operational scope within a dynamic event-driven environment.
Strong decision-making under pressure, excellent interpersonal communication, and the ability to foster a positive work environment are critical. Managing scheduling, compliance, and team performance independently while motivating staff in a high-volume casino buffet setting demands adaptability and strategic oversight.
This role offers a pathway into senior management within hospitality and casino operations, including general manager positions or specialized roles like catering director. Experience gained managing multi-disciplinary teams and financial operations builds a solid foundation for leadership roles across the live entertainment and gaming industries.
Thackerville's casino industry, anchored by WinStar World Casino, sustains steady demand for experienced hospitality managers. Competition is moderate, with employers prioritizing candidates who combine operational expertise with regulatory compliance knowledge, making specialized skills a valuable differentiator in local hiring.
While not always mandatory, certifications in food safety, alcohol service, and hospitality management bolster candidacy. Oklahoma casinos often value compliance with state labor laws and alcohol regulations, so credentials like ServSafe or TIPS certification can enhance job security and career growth.
The Dallas Convention Center provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and paid time off including holidays. This benefits package aligns well with regional hospitality standards, supporting employee well-being and long-term financial planning in a competitive market.
The manager actively fosters an inclusive workplace by mentoring diverse teams and ensuring equitable employment actions. This aligns with the company’s dedication to amplifying varied voices, creating a harmonious environment that drives innovation and excellence in venue management and hospitality services.
Annual salaries typically range between $60,000 and $75,000, reflecting the role's managerial responsibilities, compliance demands, and event-driven scheduling. This compensation is competitive within Oklahoma's casino hospitality sector, balancing operational complexity with local living costs.
While both roles require leadership and regulatory compliance, Dallas Convention Center emphasizes venue development and live event hospitality, offering a diverse operational canvas. WinStar Casino focuses heavily on gaming-driven customer service and buffet management, creating distinct daily challenges and team dynamics.
Managing a multi-venue convention center often involves coordinating large-scale events, diverse staffing needs, and complex financial reporting, unlike the buffet-focused, casino-centric environment at WinStar. Adapting to variable event schedules and maintaining quality standards across different hospitality segments are key challenges.