Gameday Hospitality Management Intern

Gameday Hospitality Management Intern | Sodexo at Kansas State University 

Duration: August 2026 – May 2027 

Hours: 15-20 p/week 

Education Level: Sophomore – Senior

About the Role: The Gameday Hospitality Management Intern will serve as a frontline operations manager within Sodexo's gameday food and beverage program at Kansas State University. This intern will be responsible for the day-of execution of assigned concession stands, bar service locations, and corporate tailgate activations during K-State athletic events. The role involves direct management of Sodexo employees and non-profit partner staff, requiring strong leadership, operational awareness, and the ability to make sound decisions in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-of operations at assigned concession stands, bar locations, or corporate tailgate zones during K-State athletic events
• Direct and support a team of Sodexo employees and non-profit partner volunteers throughout event execution
• Ensure responsible alcohol service compliance in all applicable locations
• Execute corporate tailgate activations including setup, guest experience management, and post-event breakdown
• Oversee inventory pulls, cash handling procedures, and point-of-sale system operations
• Identify and resolve staffing, supply, or service disruptions in real time during events
• Complete end-of-event reconciliation reports encompassing sales, waste, and labor documentation
• Participate in weekly operational meetings with the Sodexo management team

Requirements

• Current Kansas State University student (sophomore–senior)
• Enrolled in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field
• Availability for home football and basketball gamedays, including evenings and weekends
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain composure in high-pressure, fast-paced environments

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in food service, bar operations, or retail management
• Experience directing volunteers, non-profit groups, or large teams in an operational setting
• Familiarity with cash handling procedures and point-of-sale systems
• Academic or professional interest in sports operations, event management, or food and beverage management

Why This Internship

• Develop front-line management experience in one of the highest-volume food and beverage environments in collegiate athletics, with a clear progression toward independently managing assigned gameday locations by mid-program
• Gain operational experience inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium and Bramlage Coliseum on the most significant days of the K-State athletic calendar
• Build professional relationships with Sodexo management, K-State Athletics operations staff, non-profit partner organizations, and corporate clients throughout the season
• Leave with documented experience in team management, inventory control, alcohol service compliance, and gameday operations at an international food service company