Food & Beverage Manager

Heritage Landings Golf & Country Club, located in Punta Gorda, FL, is an esteemed private golf and country club known for its exceptional amenities and commitment to providing a premium member experience. The club offers a picturesque setting featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, diverse dining venues, and a vibrant community atmosphere. It prides itself on maintaining high standards of service, facility quality, and member satisfaction, making it a sought-after destination for golf enthusiasts and families alike. Heritage Landings is part of Troon, the world leader in golf and club management, which supports the club with industry-leading practices and a global network. Troon's presence ensures that Heritage Landings benefits from a wealth of hospitality expertise and a commitment to sustainable growth and innovation in club services.

The Food & Beverage Manager role at Heritage Landings Golf & Country Club is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated professional passionate about hospitality and service excellence. This position offers a salary of $70,000 and involves overseeing front-of-house operations across multiple food and beverage outlets, including the Grille Room, Tiki Bar, special events, and member functions. Reporting directly to the Clubhouse Manager, the Food & Beverage Manager plays a vital leadership role responsible for driving exceptional member experiences and maintaining the highest standards of service that members expect. This manager will lead a team that delivers daily service, ensuring efficiency, teamwork, and a welcoming atmosphere.

This role also entails significant operational responsibilities, including managing beverage operations such as liquor, beer, and wine inventory, coordinating with vendors, and assisting with menu planning alongside the Executive Chef. Financial oversight is a critical aspect, involving monitoring labor costs, beverage expenses, and operational budgets to ensure the department meets financial objectives. The Food & Beverage Manager acts as the department head of the Tiki Bar and serves as the Clubhouse Manager's representative when they are off duty, ensuring smooth operations at all times.

Team leadership and development are central to this role. The manager will recruit, train, coach, and evaluate front-of-house staff, fostering a positive and professional culture focused on service excellence. They will conduct regular training and performance evaluations, emphasizing service standards, product knowledge, and member engagement. Additionally, the manager is responsible for scheduling and labor management to optimize service levels and control costs.

Event coordination is another key responsibility. The Food & Beverage Manager will oversee staffing and execution for club events such as tournaments, banquets, wine dinners, and other member functions, working closely with Lifestyle, Golf Operations, and Club leadership to deliver memorable experiences. Compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations is rigorously maintained, with the manager coordinating necessary training programs to ensure all staff adhere to these critical standards.

Working at Heritage Landings Golf & Country Club offers a chance to be part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced hospitality environment supported by Troon's extensive network and resources. The position is ideal for a leader who is driven to deliver outstanding service, develop their team, and contribute to the vibrant community atmosphere of the club while advancing their career within the prestigious Troon brand. This role offers professional growth prospects and the opportunity to work at a premier private club that values quality, integrity, and member satisfaction.