Assistant Food & Beverage Director

Assistant Food & Beverage Director

Esplanade Golf & Country Club at Lakewood Ranch, located in Bradenton, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for an Assistant Food & Beverage Director! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you'll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. This position supports the Director of Food & Beverage in overseeing all aspects of the department, including event operations, dining room management, and overall food and beverage service. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional member experiences.

Essential Duties:

• Sets and implements schedules for the restaurant, banquet and beverage cart departments.
• Manages and assists in the ordering of all alcohol beverages, maintains liquor pour cost, implements recipes and retail pricing of product.
• Works closely with the kitchen to ensure expedient ticket times, excellent food quality and proper plate presentation.
• Assists in the completion of all month end inventories to include the kitchen, bars, and beverage cart.
• Assists the Director, Food and Beverage with budget development and cost analysis.
• Assists in the marketing of the restaurant and catering departments, both internal and external.
• Assists in the managing the floor of all banquet events.
• Manages table service standards for both banquets and the restaurant.
• Promotes and implements all Troon Golf standards, procedures and policies.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Restaurant Manager, Catering Manager, Executive Chef, Host, Set Up Staff, Cooks, Servers.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs and tests for comprehension.
• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

• Associate's degree (AA); or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Food Safety and Applicable Sanitation Training, Alcohol Awareness Training

Other qualifications:

• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job
• Event planning and coordination at least 1-2 years' experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and POS systems.

Benefits & Other Compensation: This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.

About Troon: Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization.