Director of Food and Beverage

Director Of Food and Beverage

Bonita National Golf & Country Club in Bonita Springs, Florida is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Director of Food and Beverage. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service to the clubs managed by Troon.

General Purpose:

Directs and oversees all food and beverage facets.

Essential Duties:

• The majority of each day is to be dedicated to management and supervisory duties.
• Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub-departments (i.e., catering, room service, restaurants, banquets, kitchens, purchasing and stewards).
• Prepares and monitors annual budget, revenue goals and the expenses for the Food and Beverage department as well as generating various (weekly, monthly etc.) business volume forecasts and planning accordingly.
• Reviews and analyzes various financial and data results/reports to monitor overall Food and Beverage performance and take any corrective actions that may be needed.
• Monitors market conditions that impact menu offerings, business volume, and profitability
• Executes inventory control and calculation for monthly analysis and reconciliation.
• Identifies opportunities to control food costs and other expenses and act accordingly.
• Participates with the Chef, Food and Beverage Managers, Catering Managers and GM in the creation of menus to entice a variety of outlets including restaurant and banquets while incorporating a menu pricing structure that will support the bottom line goals.
• Directs ordering amounts (par levels), timing of orders, receiving, invoice settlement and accuracy, storage temperatures in all areas.
• Continually researches vendor opportunities, pricing, service, and evaluates vendor relationships to the benefit of the facility.
• Approves catering policies, contracts and pricing; oversee planning, execution and closure of events
• Implements policies and procedures for the Food and Beverage department including compliance of company, federal, state and local standards and laws relating to quality of products and services.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members that may include but is not limited to: Assistant Director of Food and Beverage, Restaurant Manager, Catering Manager, Executive Chef.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from a four-year college or university; two or more years related to experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job
• Must meet state age requirements for handling alcoholic beverages
• Working knowledge of wine, spirits and regional cuisines
• Demonstrates Leadership ability including skills to communicate and express ideas and directives clearly to associates
• Strong problem analysis and problem resolution skills
• Strong multi-tasking, organizational and time management skills to ensure a quick response to client needs.
• High level of active listening skills and strong client service skills which includes the ability to resolve issues/complaints with tact and diplomacy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Professional and courteous demeanor
• Ability to create high performance teams and to be a strong team player
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to company values
• Organizational development abilities with a strong focus on individual and team advancement
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook
• Ability to maintain effective financial accountability to the company and to the ownership
• Complete and comprehensive understanding of the physical infrastructure, food and beverage controls and financial back office systems of a hospitality/food service environment
• Working knowledge of food and beverage service equipment and current trends.
• Exceptional personal hygiene and positive representation of the organization to Troon employees, clients and vendors

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