Food & Beverage Manager

Palm Desert, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee golf privileges

Dining and retail discounts

Career development opportunities

leadership opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job Description

Desert Willow Golf Resort is a premier golf destination located in the heart of Palm Desert, California, renowned for its exceptional hospitality, stunning mountain views, and championship golf courses. As a leading resort in the Coachella Valley, Desert Willow combines luxury accommodations, world-class golf, and exquisite event spaces to create unforgettable experiences for guests. The resort prides itself on delivering a "Country Club for a Day" atmosphere where every guest feels welcomed with warmth and care, making it an ideal place for both visitors and team members who are passionate about hospitality. Desert Willow Golf Resort operates in a dynamic environment that embraces both indoor and outdoor settings, catering to a variety of events such as elegant weddings, corporate gatherings, golf tournaments, and special celebrations that leave lasting memories.

The Food & Beverage Manager role at Desert Willow Golf Resort is a full-time leadership position that plays a critical role in the success of the resort’s front-of-house operations. Reporting directly to the Food & Beverage Director, the manager is responsible for overseeing all food and beverage venues including the restaurant, bar, banquet, catering services, beverage carts, snack bars, patios, and special events. This position requires a hands-on leader who is passionate about mentoring a dedicated service team and committed to operational excellence. You will be instrumental in creating seamless service experiences that not only meet but exceed guest expectations while maintaining strong financial performance across the department.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in managing banquet event orders, coordinating staffing schedules, ensuring cleanliness and presentation standards, overseeing purchasing and inventory management, and supporting marketing and promotional initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction and drive revenue. Leading by example, the Food & Beverage Manager fosters a positive work culture by recruiting, training, and developing team members and supporting ongoing service development programs. The role demands a flexible schedule including availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events such as tournaments and weddings.

Desert Willow values professional growth and offers ongoing training and mentorship opportunities alongside competitive pay. The resort provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, employee golf privileges, dining and retail discounts, and leadership development pathways. Working at Desert Willow means being part of a team that values collaboration, integrity, respect, and service excellence within a beautiful resort setting surrounded by the scenic Santa Rosa Mountains. If you are ready to lead with purpose and passion in an environment that celebrates hospitality and memorable guest experiences, Desert Willow Golf Resort welcomes your application.

Job Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum five years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience
Proven budget and labor cost management skills
Strong team leadership and coaching abilities
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

High school diploma required
College degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred
Minimum five years progressive food and beverage leadership experience preferably in golf, resort, hospitality, hotel, or private club environments
Proven success managing budgets, labor costs, inventory, financial reporting, and departmental operations
Experience leading, motivating, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to multitask and maintain composure in fast-paced environments
Flexible schedule with availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, tournaments, and special events
Professional appearance, positive attitude, and genuine passion for hospitality

Job Duties

Lead daily operations of all front-of-house food and beverage venues including restaurant, bar, banquet, catering, beverage cart, snack bar, patio, and special events
Develop staffing schedules balancing guest service with labor efficiency
Review Banquet Event Orders daily to coordinate staffing, setups, equipment, décor, and event execution
Ensure cleanliness, presentation, safety, and hospitality standards across dining, banquet, bar, storage, and service areas
Assist with purchasing, receiving, inventory management, cost control, and point-of-sale reporting
Oversee timely execution of daily operations, tournaments, weddings, banquets, and special events
Support marketing initiatives, promotions, and special events to enhance guest satisfaction and revenue
Recruit, hire, train, coach, mentor, and develop team members fostering positive and accountable workplace culture
Lead pre-shift meetings, departmental training, and service development programs
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, responsible alcohol service, company policies, and all applicable laws
Prepare operational reports, payroll, inventory, budgets, and financial analyses
Perform additional assigned responsibilities
Lead by example in delivering exceptional hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences