Food & Beverage Manger

Food & Beverage Manager

Position Summary
The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for overseeing all dining, bar, banquet, and catering operations to ensure an exceptional guest experience. This role manages daily operations, staff performance, financial goals, and service standards while maintaining a high level of hospitality and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Oversee all food and beverage outlets including restaurants, bars, and private events
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations with a strong focus on service excellence
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate ordering of food, beverages, and supplies

Guest Experience

• Deliver a high-quality, memorable dining experience for all guests and members
• Handle guest feedback and resolve concerns promptly and professionally
• Maintain a visible presence on the floor during service to engage with guests

Staff Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, and supervise front-of-house and service staff
• Create staff schedules based on business needs and labor budgets
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching

Financial Management

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Monitor revenue, labor costs, and profitability of all F&B operations
• Implement strategies to increase sales and improve efficiency
• Oversee billing, cash handling, and POS systems

Event & Banquet Oversight

• Coordinate with sales and event teams to execute private events and functions
• Ensure all event details are executed to the highest standard
• Manage staffing and logistics for weddings, corporate events, and social functions

Menu & Beverage Program

• Collaborate with culinary teams on menu development and pricing
• Oversee beverage programs including wine, cocktails, and bar offerings
• Ensure consistency in presentation, quality, and portion control

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food and beverage management or hospitality leadership
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and inventory management
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Hospitality Management or related field
• Experience in private clubs, luxury hospitality, or event-driven venues
• Knowledge of POS systems and event management software

The Muttontown Club provides a sense of gracious civility packaged with a generous dose of modern-day comforts. Our members not only enjoy the manor's elegant interior and staffed fitness center, but also 5 Har-Tru clay tennis courts, an oversized pool, kid's playground, and an 18-hole golf course that offers an abundance of play for men and women alike. With its tight tee shots and intricate greens, golfers rate the course as challenging, yet uniquely approachable. Personalized tennis activities include adult clinics and children's programs, and our free-form pool is surrounded by a spacious deck, lounge chairs, and poolside dining. Just steps away is the Pool House Grill, serving up refreshing beverages, sandwiches, icy treats, and more. The culinary team prepares scrumptious cuisine year-round in The Clubhouse and on the Terrace, and our social calendar is filled with barbecues, wine tastings, casual nights, pool parties, card games and so much more!