Food & Beverage Manager | Maryland Club

Silver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,000.00 - $70,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

401k plan

Job Description

Legends Global is a premier partner to some of the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. The company offers a fully integrated suite of premium services, bringing expertise across feasibility and consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content and booking of world-class live events and venues. Operating a network of 450 venues worldwide which host over 20,000 events annually and entertain 165 million guests each year, Legends Global is known for its commitment to excellence and execution at every touchpoint. This global company fosters a culture built on respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action, embracing diversity and inclusion to ensure that all employees can bring authenticity to their work, make meaningful impacts, and advance their careers. With a passion for winning as a unified team, Legends Global provides exciting career opportunities within a dynamic and supportive work environment.

The Food & Beverage Manager position at Legends Global is a vital role that oversees the daily operations of food and beverage services at the Maryland Club in College Park, MD. This encompasses managing the bar, small plates, and dining room areas, ensuring that all employee performance, inventory control, profit optimization, and guest experience goals are met to the highest standard. The manager is responsible for supervising staff activities ensuring prompt and courteous service, handling guest inquiries and complaints efficiently, and maintaining a professional, clean, and inviting restaurant atmosphere. The role includes developing accurate staffing schedules, ensuring consistent food quality and service, managing inventory with close collaboration with purchasing, and adhering to budgetary constraints to optimize sales and minimize costs. Beyond operational oversight, the manager handles financial accountability such as invoice processing, reporting, and payroll duties while maintaining employee morale and safety standards. This management position also involves supporting catering events, attending weekly operations meetings, and reporting regularly to the Director of Clubs Operations regarding noteworthy issues or achievements within the venue. The competitive compensation offered ranges from $65,000 to $70,000 annually, aligned with experience and accompanied by a robust benefits package inclusive of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan. Located onsite at the Maryland Club in College Park, this role demands the ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and emphasizes the importance of teamwork, leadership, and a deep knowledge of food and beverage services. Candidates should be prepared to contribute to maintaining Legends Global’s reputation for exceptional guest experiences while upholding the company’s values and operational excellence.

Job Requirements

College degree preferred
Bachelor of science degree in hotel/restaurant management desirable
Minimum of 3 years hospitality experience in a fine dining restaurant
Proficient in restaurant functions including food planning, inventory management, sanitation, service standards, staffing, payroll and financial reporting
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Ability to multitask and delegate
Proficient English language communication skills
Strong interest in food, wine and cocktails
Thorough knowledge of food and beverage service standards and guest relations
Flexibility to work long hours and shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to remain calm and attentive under pressure
Punctual and dependable
Knowledge of table settings and service ware
Commitment to practicing and enforcing safety policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

College degree is preferred
Bachelor of Science degree in hotel/restaurant management is desirable
A combination of practical experience and education will be considered as an alternative
Minimum of 3 years of hospitality experience in a fine dining restaurant
Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, inventory management, sanitation, service standards, staffing and employee management, payroll and financial reporting
Able to organize time effectively, forward plan and prioritize tasks to ensure work load is balanced and urgent situations are dealt with immediately
Ability to multitask and delegate duties when necessary
Ability to read, speak and write English language in order to interact with staff and guests, additional language skills would be a distinct advantage and benefit
A genuine interest and understanding in food and drink – wine and cocktail knowledge is essential
Must have excellent knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette
Ability to work long hours and flexible shifts including: mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to think on your feet and under pressure while maintaining a positive outlook and attention to detail
Must be punctual and dependable
Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training
Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training

Job Duties

Supervise and coordinate activities of the food and beverage outlets staff to ensure that all guests receive prompt and courteous service
Pro-actively deal with guest queries, advising guests on menus and beverage selections, ensure satisfaction with food and service, and if necessary respond to complaints in an expeditious manner
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date plan of restaurant staffing needs - prepare schedules and ensure that the restaurant is staffed for all shifts
Responsible for ensuring consistent high quality of food preparation and service
Inventory management to include daily, weekly and monthly inventory tracking and working directly with the purchasing manager for supply requisition and delivery schedules
Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility and labor costs
Maintain professional restaurant image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards
Responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and HR/payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time and in accordance with company policies and procedures
Supervise general cleaning tasks using standard products as assigned to adhere to health standards
Maintain a favorable working relationship with all company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity and efficiency/effectiveness
Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents - complete accident reports promptly in the event that a guest of employee is injured
Provide guidance to guests at the Maryland Club including, dining options and general University of Maryland attraction information
Oversee Club Supervisors and Staff
Keep Director of Clubs Operations promptly and fully informed of all issues (i.e. problems, unusual matters of significance and positive events) and take prompt corrective action where necessary or suggest alternative courses of action
Attend weekly operations meetings
Assist with the management of catering events
Complete other duties as assigned by Management