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Vinik Sports Group

Manages NHL team and arena operations

Ticket Seller

Part-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Tampa, FL, USA
In PersonWork may be at multiple Tampa-area venues, including Benchmark International Arena, Yuengling Center, and Raymond James Stadium.
RetailCheckout & Customer Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Comply with VSG company policy on background checks.
  • Maintain an energetic, pleasant, and neat professional appearance.
  • Be polite and friendly and possess customer relations skills.
  • Be punctual and dependable, with reliable work attendance.
  • Relate to customers from diverse backgrounds.
  • Work independently or in a team environment.
  • Multitask and work well under pressure.
  • Work at various locations, including Benchmark International Arena, Yuengling Center, and Raymond James Stadium.
  • Stand for long periods, walk long distances, and climb stairs.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely in English.
  • Work in areas that may be crowded with equipment or people.
  • Work comfortably around special effects, including haze, strobe lights, and lasers.
  • Work in loud environments.
  • Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
  • Walk up to 0.5 miles to and from designated employee parking areas, including in varying weather and during high-traffic event times.
  • Work a flexible schedule that may include long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Work in cold or hot indoor and outdoor temperatures.
Responsibilities
  • Sell and distribute event tickets at the ticket office for games, shows, and other events.
  • Use VSG ticket-selling platforms and assist guests in selecting seats for events and games.
  • Provide guests with a positive first impression and courteous service.
  • Greet guests politely, professionally, and in a friendly manner.
  • Answer phone calls courteously and helpfully.
  • Maintain composure when interacting with guests.
  • Provide accurate information about directions, arena information, and event details to meet guests’ needs.
  • Obtain general knowledge of the ticket-selling platform and mobile ticket platform.
  • Troubleshoot ticketing matters.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • One year of guest service experience is preferred.

About the company

Vinik Sports Group oversees the Tampa Bay Lightning and owns the lease to Benchmark International Arena in downtown Tampa, and also manages the Yuengling Center at the University of South Florida via TBSE. It runs the team and venues, handling operations, branding, and renovations, including a private upgrade of the publicly owned arena, and works with private partners like Benchmark International and Arctos. The group differentiates itself by combining franchise ownership with venue management and a network of private investors to grow both on-ice performance and facility value. Its goal is to sustain competitive success for the Lightning while maximizing long-term value of the venues through efficient operations and strategic partnerships.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tampa, Florida

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • Cabot Club opened September 2026, adding premium inventory and higher-margin hospitality.
  • Benchmark International Arena booked Jonas Brothers, RUSH, and Lightning dates through November 2026.
  • The 2025 naming deal and 2026 renovations signal sponsors still fund the venue.

What critics are saying

  • Luckett v. Vinik Sports Group filed January 2026 alleges racial discrimination and retaliation.
  • Arena revenue depends on event attendance; any Lightning slump hits sponsorship and premium sales.
  • Jeff Vinik's platform relies on one franchise and one building, creating concentration risk.

What makes Vinik Sports Group unique

  • Jeff Vinik transformed the Lightning and arena since 2010, building premium demand.
  • Benchmark International Arena secured 2025 naming rights with community contributions and full rebranding.
  • Cabot Club deepens hospitality strategy through Cabot Citrus Farms and OVG partnerships.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Street Media LLC
Sep 28th, 2026
Cabot Club offers premium hospitality for NHL, concerts & live events.

Cabot Club offers premium hospitality for NHL, concerts & live events. September 28, 2026 By Staff Reports TAMPA - Vinik Sports Group announced the opening of the Cabot Club, a new hospitality destination at Benchmark International Arena. The nearly 8,500-square-foot space is the result of a multi-million-dollar renovation to elevate the guest experience for fans attending Tampa Bay Lightning games, concerts and other live events at the arena. The Cabot Club was developed through a new partnership with Cabot Citrus Farms, a golf and lifestyle resort, and Oak View Group, a hospitality provider. "Together, we've created a destination that combines exceptional service, culinary excellence and exclusive amenities designed to create a truly memorable experience for our guests," said Steve Griggs, CEO of Vinik Sports Group. The reimagined club offers expanded seating, new food options,a private dining room and upgraded technology. "We're always looking for ways to elevate the experience for our fans and guests and build on the energy and momentum happening around Benchmark International Arena and throughout the Water Street district," Griggs said. "As the neighborhood continues to evolve, we're committed to ensuring the arena evolves with it, and we're proud to partner with Cabot and OVG Hospitality to bring this vision to life."

PR Newswire
Sep 25th, 2025
Tampa Bay Lightning Launches New DTC Streaming Service with ViewLift

The venue opened in 1996 and became Benchmark International Arena in August 2025 when the global mergers and acquisitions firm, Benchmark International, partnered with Vinik and the Lightning.

WrestleTalk
Mar 7th, 2025
Two WWE Specials Announced For Memorial Day Weekend

"March 7, 2025 - WWE in partnership with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and Vinik Sports Group, today announced a Memorial Day weekend takeover of the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida, with four consecutive events beginning Saturday, May 24.