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Food and Beverage Manager

Indian Hills Country Club NY, Northport, NY, United States


Position Summary
Indian Hills Country Club is seeking a hands-on, member-focused Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all front-of-house dining and service operations. This role is responsible for delivering a consistent, high-quality member experience across a la carte dining, bar service, member events, and private functions.
While leading all front-of-house operations, this position works in close conjunction with the Executive Chef and culinary team to ensure seamless coordination between service and kitchen execution. The Food & Beverage Manager will also oversee private events and catering functions in alignment with club standards.
This is a highly visible, member-facing role requiring strong leadership, organization, and a commitment to hospitality excellence.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Front-of-House Operations & Member Experience
Oversee all front-of-house operations including dining service, bar operations, and club events.
Ensure service standards are consistently executed in a professional and polished manner.
Actively engage with members to build relationships, recognize preferences, and ensure satisfaction.
Supervise, train, and lead all service staff including servers, bartenders, and support team members.
Lead daily pre-service meetings and communicate menus, features, and service expectations.
Monitor service flow and dining room operations to ensure efficiency and attention to detail.
Address member feedback and service opportunities promptly and professionally.

Coordination with Culinary (Back-of-House)
Work in close partnership with the Executive Chef to ensure alignment between front-of-house service and kitchen operations.
Communicate service timing, reservations, and event details clearly to the culinary team.
Ensure smooth execution between kitchen and service staff during a la carte dining and events.
Collaborate on menu planning, event execution, and service procedures.
Promote a cohesive working relationship between front and back of house.

Operations & Team Leadership
Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise front-of-house staff.
Maintain proper staffing levels based on reservations, events, and seasonal demand.
Establish and uphold service standards consistent with Indian Hills Country Club.
Foster a professional, team-oriented environment focused on accountability and hospitality.
Ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness of all front-of-house areas.

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities
Assist in managing labor through effective scheduling and staffing controls.
Ensure accurate billing and execution of member charges and private events.
Support overall food and beverage financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience
Food & beverage management experience.
Strong front-of-house leadership background with experience coordinating with culinary teams.
Experience in private clubs, country clubs, or hospitality-driven environments preferred.
Proven ability to manage both a la carte dining and private events.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of POS systems and beverage operations.

Schedule & Work Environment
Seasonal, high-volume environment with peak operations during golf season and club events.
Club is open March through December.
Position is expected to work six (6) days per week during peak season.
Schedule adjusts during shoulder and off-season periods, with reduced days and hours.
Availability required for nights, weekends, holidays, and events.

Professional Expectations
Maintain a polished and professional presence at all times.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to hospitality and member satisfaction.
Lead by example with a positive attitude, attention to detail, and accountability.
Promote a unified team environment between front-of-house and back-of-house. xsgimln
Uphold the standards and culture of Indian Hills Country Club.

Salary & Benefits:
$66,000 - $70,000 per Year
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Experience:
Hospitality Management: 2 years (Required)