Food and Beverage Director

The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove, located in Alabama, is a premier public golf destination known for its expansive and beautifully designed championship courses. Managed by Sunbelt Golf Corporation, the Trail is recognized nationally for its commitment to excellence in golf course management and hospitality. With 468 holes spread across 11 distinctive sites, it offers an unparalleled golfing experience that combines challenging layouts with natural beauty. Hampton Cove itself is a notable 54-hole golf complex near Huntsville in Madison County, featuring three unique courses: the Highlands Course with its wooded hills, the River Course characterized by ponds and creeks, and the par-3 Short Course. The facility supports a vibrant golf community with a large clubhouse housing a golf shop, dining areas, a grill, and meeting rooms, all operated by Sunbelt Golf.

The role of Director of Food and Beverage at Hampton Cove is a full-time leadership position critical to maintaining and enhancing the quality and operational success of the food and beverage services at the complex. Offering a salary range of $46,000 to $65,000 plus banquet gratuities, the total anticipated compensation is between $60,000 and $75,000 annually. The Director of Food and Beverage oversees all facets of food and beverage operations, including the dining room, kitchen, banquet services, beverage cart operations, and meeting rooms. This leadership role requires someone who can manage multiple teams and functions, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and maintaining high service standards.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in a leadership role within a golf course, restaurant, or food and beverage environment, with particular strengths in high-service hospitality operations. Responsibilities include hiring and training full-time, part-time, and seasonal staff, utilizing technology for management tasks such as point of sale, scheduling, payroll, and inventory control. The Director will collaborate in budget development, monitor and control food and beverage costs, and actively recruit and build a strong team environment. A passion for teaching and personnel development is essential, as is a commitment to upholding Sunbelt Golf's culture, including workplace safety and professionalism. This role demands flexible availability, including holidays and weekends, to support scheduled functions and maintain operational excellence. Sunbelt Golf values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a drug-free workplace, requiring candidates to successfully complete background checks and employment verification processes.