Assistant Food & Beverage Director

Job Category : Floridian National Golf Club Requisition Number : ASSIS010463 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location 3700 SE Floridian Drive Palm City, FL 34990, USA Description Primary Responsibilities Member Experience Deliver an elevated dining experience that exceeds member expectations. Build strong relationships with members and guests by providing personalized service. Ensure all dining venues maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and hospitality. Address member feedback promptly and professionally while proactively seeking opportunities to enhance the member experience and communicate trends to the Sr. F&B Director. Working on the floor when necessary to help fellow team members run food, serve tables, and bartend. Resolving member concerns or dissatisfaction in a professional and timely manner. Operations Management Oversee all daily food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, patios, halfway house, banquet events, pool service, and special events. Monitor opening and closing procedures. Coordinate closely with the Executive Chef to ensure seamless execution of menus, special events, and seasonal offerings. Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, beverage presentation, and service execution. Ensure compliance with all health, sanitation, alcohol service, and safety regulations. Leadership & Team Development Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing hospitality team. Foster a positive, professional, and service-oriented culture. Conduct regular staff meetings and ongoing service training. Schedule staff efficiently to meet operational demands while controlling labor costs. Lead by example through active floor presence during service periods. Develop and manage departmental budgets. Monitor labor costs, food costs, and beverage costs to achieve financial goals. Manage inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships. Assist with weekly/monthly F&B reports. Help ensure proper POS procedures and end-of-day reports. Assist with daily/monthly and seasonal menu changes. Analyze sales trends and implement strategies to increase member participation and revenue. Review monthly financial reports and implement corrective actions when necessary. Working with fellow management to successfully complete profit and loss statements for events. Events & Member Programming Partner with club leadership to execute member events, golf tournaments, weddings, and private functions. Ensure flawless execution of banquet and event service. Assist in developing creative dining experiences, wine dinners, holiday events, and seasonal programming. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of progressive food and beverage management experience, preferably within a private club, luxury resort, or upscale hospitality environment. Strong knowledge of fine dining service standards and luxury hospitality. Proven leadership and staff development experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and financial management abilities. Knowledge of POS systems (Jonas preferred), inventory management, and Microsoft Office. Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a Platinum Club or Distinguished Club environment. Certified Club Manager (CCM), Certified Food & Beverage Executive (CFBE), or similar professional certification. Wine, spirits, and beverage program management experience. Experience with private club management software (Jonas, AccuBar) Core Competencies Leadership Member Relations Luxury Hospitality Team Development Event Management Attention to Detail Professionalism Communication Problem Solving Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, including dining tables, chairs and all banquet equipment. Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments. Flexibility to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr