About the role:

The OBS Games Services Department is responsible for providing food services to over 3,000 staff members and crews at the competition venues and to over 2,000 staff members at the IBC building. The F&B/C&W Officer works closely with the F&B/C&W Coordinators to organise, plan, analyse and follow up all food services in the different locations. This role also assists the Sustainability Specialist overseeing the cleaning and waste services provided by the Organising Committee and implementing the company sustainability actions.

We have two open positions: one requires a candidate with strong analytical skills, while the other emphasises hospitality expertise. However, both roles need some experience in both areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Services:

• Assist in the Break areas operation, including, but not limited to, the planning and provision of temporary supplies, and the loading, maintaining, replenishing, and setting up break areas;
• Act as an intermediary between the different agents involved in each venue to coordinate the daily catering operation, including quantity, schedule, menus and reconciliation;
• Liaise with local suppliers to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate on the planning and execution of OBS Special Events and Meetings during Games Time;
• Supports on ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations for F&B activities;
• Oversee F&B facilities run by the Organizing Committee, ensuring adherence to agreements;

Cleaning and Waste Services and Sustainability:

• Supervise Cleaning and Waste services for all OBS offices and MRHs offices and studios;
• Implement sustainability actions and manage reusable items logistics;

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyse operational data to minimize food waste;
• Maintain and update the catering schedules, inventories and purchases using a specific computer system;
• Support data collection and analysis of Cleaning & Waste services;
• Assist in collecting and analysing data for sustainability actions and generate detailed reports to measure their impact;

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Preference will be given to residents of Milan, Italy;
• Previous working experience in Hospitality;
• Data or Analysis Qualification or Certification is a plus;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (and Italian and other languages is a plus);
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels in a multinational organization;

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
• Experience in data analysis and visualisation;
• Ability to generate and maintain detailed plans and reports;
• Experience in data storytelling and summarising findings in actionable reports;

Soft Skills:

• Detail-oriented team player;
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Strong time management and priority-setting skills;
• Flexibility to work varied hours;

Workplace & Environment:

• Fast paced, high impact working international environment;
• Operations are based in the IBC;
• Flexibility for full-time shift work, including evenings and weekends;
• Subject to national / international criminal background checks;
• Positions commence in January 2026 until end of February 2026;

Additional: Guide to Olympic Acronyms

• F&B / C&W: Food & &Beverage / Cleaning and Waste;
• OBS: Olympic Broadcasting Services;
• OCS: Olympic Channel Services;
• IBC: International Broadcasting Centre;
• OCOG: Organising Committees for the Olympic Games;
• GRPS: Inhouse built database of personnel for the Olympic Games system incorporating all information that is required for key actions in this position.

IMPORTANT: We are initiating early recruitment to build a talent pipeline. Candidates may be contacted at any time from now until October 2025 to fill this position.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Only direct candidate applications to our organisation will be accepted.

Our Commitment to Diversity: 

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all people. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or background.

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