Food & Beverage Manager

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $55,000.00 - $70,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

401(k)

Dental Insurance

employee discount

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Winnetka Golf Club is a distinguished golf and social club located in Winnetka, offering an exceptional experience for members and guests through its well-maintained golf course, elegant event spaces, and outstanding food and beverage services. Known for its commitment to excellence and community engagement, the Club provides a welcoming and refined atmosphere where members can enjoy recreational activities, social gatherings, and premium dining experiences. The establishment prides itself on maintaining high standards of service, ambiance, and overall member satisfaction, ensuring that every visit is memorable and enjoyable.

The role of Food & Beverage Manager at Winnetka Golf Club is a vital leadership position responsible for the comprehensive oversight and management of all food and beverage operations across the Club. This full-time position offers an attractive salary range of $55,000 to $70,000 and presents an exciting opportunity to shape and elevate the Club's food and beverage program largely from the ground up. The Manager will lead the execution of daily service activities, kitchen coordination, bar operations, and event catering, alongside managing seasonal programming. This hands-on role requires a dynamic leader who can develop menus, establish service models, implement efficient operational systems, and foster a positive and collaborative team culture.

Key responsibilities also include staff recruitment, training, development, and performance management to build a skilled and motivated team. The Manager will be instrumental in cost control, labor management, inventory oversight, and ensuring full compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations. Collaborating closely with the General Manager and other department heads, the Food & Beverage Manager will drive revenue growth, enhance operational efficiencies, and cultivate a premier dining experience that aligns with the Club's high standards and community-focused mission. This position demands a strategic thinker with strong fiscal management skills, a customer-centric mindset, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude at all times.

Job Requirements

College degree preferred
5 years applicable functional, supervisory and/or management experience
Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development and fiscal management
Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and interpersonal
Ability to analyze and solve problems efficiently
Ability to handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision
Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
Professional attitude and appearance

Job Qualifications

College degree preferred
5 years applicable functional, supervisory and/or management experience, preferably in the golf industry
Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management
Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to analyze and solve problems
efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision
work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends
Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations

Job Duties

Develop the annual food and beverage budget and operating plan
Implement the plan according to company operating policies and procedures to ensure profit goals are achieved as outlined
Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure customer service standards are achieved with minimum employee cost
Monitor activities to ensure compliance with company payroll policies and procedures
Ensure maintenance of all appropriate sanitation standards including, but not limited to, employee hygiene and uniforms, kitchen food service equipment and preparation areas, food storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, dining areas, patio, snack bar areas, bar areas, restrooms, and beverage carts
Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate fixtures, equipment, appliances, vehicles, etc
Implement and monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain par-stock levels on food and beverage inventories and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases
Monitor internal cost controls for the department
Ensure quality levels of food and beverage products and maintain standards in production, presentation, services, facilities, and guest satisfaction
Sell food and beverage services to potential outing clients/members, show facilities and assist in planning as needed
Develop promotional programs to improve dollars per round
Ensure compliance with operating guidelines related to the R.A.M. or Tips programs
Ensure operations comply with all state and federal laws, rules and regulations, relating to food and beverage sanitation, alcohol, and ADA requirements
Manage employment activities for applicable staff members, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc
Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations
Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports
Perform other duties as appropriate