Assistant Food & Beverage Operations Manager

San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $110,000.00 - $140,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

competitive salary

Performance bonus

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional development opportunities

inclusive work environment

Job Description

SHACK15 is San Francisco's premier members club dedicated to the startup and innovation community, situated in the iconic Ferry Building. Spanning an impressive 51,000 square feet of meticulously designed space, SHACK15 serves as a vibrant hub where pioneering ideas, diverse talent, and outstanding hospitality intersect. The club sets itself apart by adhering to its core brand pillars: Provenance, Identity, and Inclusivity, which are reflected comprehensively across every facet of its operations. From a thoughtfully curated culinary program to the overall member experience, these values blend to create an environment that is both welcoming and inspiring. The club's food and beverage offerings embrace a distinctive Nordic-California philosophy, developed in collaboration with an expert culinary team and international partners, aiming to craft experiences that are not only memorable but also meaningful in their cultural and sensory impact.

The Food & Beverage Manager role at SHACK15 is a dynamic, hands-on leadership position at the heart of the club's daily F&B operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of San Francisco's most exciting and fast-growing member-driven venues centered on innovation and community. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the person in this position will oversee daily food and beverage services across multiple outlets, including the Atrium Kafe, lounge service, private event catering, and the signature Wine Kollektiv monthly series that highlights expertly curated wine experiences.

The Food & Beverage Manager will lead and develop a skilled team, foster strong vendor relationships, and manage costs to ensure profitability, while driving a culture of excellence, creativity, and warm hospitality. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food, wine, and beverage culture and possess extensive experience in high-level culinary and beverage programming. They will champion operational best practices, help innovate seasonal menu offerings grounded in the club's unique Nordic-California cuisine, and support the execution of private events and membership activations. This position commands a competitive salary reflective of experience along with performance-based bonuses tied to revenue and profitability goals. A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage complements the compensation. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated F&B professional eager to contribute to the culinary innovation and community spirit of SHACK15, while thriving in a creative, entrepreneurial, and inclusive workplace environment.

Job Requirements

4+ years of progressive F&B leadership experience in hospitality private clubs restaurants or event-driven venues
Solid understanding of F&B financials including COGS labor management and cost controls
Strong culinary sensibility and passion for food wine and beverage culture
Experience with wine programming beverage curation and event F&B design
Exceptional people leadership skills
Highly organized with SOP development experience
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
Experience with premium events private dining or member club operations preferred

Job Qualifications

4+ years of progressive F&B leadership experience in hospitality private clubs restaurants or event-driven venues
Solid understanding of F&B financials including COGS labor management and cost controls
Strong culinary sensibility and genuine passion for food wine and beverage culture
Experience with wine programming beverage curation and event F&B design
Exceptional people leader with a track record of building and retaining high-performing teams
Highly organized with strong SOP development and operational systems thinking
Comfortable in a fast-paced entrepreneurial community-driven environment
Experience with premium events private dining or member club operations a strong plus

Job Duties

Lead all day-to-day F&B operations across the club including cafe lounge bar and event catering
Manage mentor and develop a high-performing F&B team aligned with SHACK15's culture and brand standards
Own hiring scheduling training and performance management for F&B staff
Maintain SOPs service standards and staff accountability systems in coordination with operations leadership
Partner with the Executive Chef to develop and evolve menus rooted in Nordic-California principles
Oversee beverage programming including cocktail menus wine curation and the Wine Kollektiv event series
Drive seasonal provenance-driven menu updates and ensure alignment with brand pillars
Collaborate with culinary partners and guest chefs on elevated programming and special events
Support F&B financial performance including revenue COGS labor and contribution targets
Assist in developing pricing strategies package tiers and bar program frameworks that optimize profitability
Work with finance and operations leadership to produce accurate reporting and cost variance analysis
Identify opportunities to grow revenue across events membership activations and catering
Lead F&B execution for private events member programming and community activations
Partner with the events team to develop compelling F&B add-on packages and bar tier offerings
Serve as a hospitality ambassador engaging directly with members and guests to ensure exceptional experiences
Support the development of signature culinary programming tied to SHACK15's brand and community mission