Food and Beverage Manager

BLACKHAWK COUNTRY CLUB•Danville, CA

15d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Blackhawk Country Club leadership team, you play an integral role in executing toward our Club’s Vision and Strategic Plan. You will be expected to lead by example, using the language, behaviors, and attitude that we teach with our HAWKS CODE. In addition to your job-specific duties, you will contribute to Blackhawk Country Club being an employer of choice, maintaining best-in-market marketing and sales efforts, improving member experience with outstanding programming and services, and implementing investment plans into our world-class facility. Food and Beverage Manager has a broader role, managing all aspects of food and beverage operations across multiple outlets when needed and functions, with an emphasis on club member relations, financial performance and departmental leadership. The F&B Manager overs sees Falls Clubhouse dining room, Falls Snack Shack, bars and banquet activities associated with the Falls Clubhouse. Blackhawk Country Club is seeking a detail-oriented and service-focused Food & Beverage Manager to oversee operations at The Falls Clubhouse, a casual, full-service restaurant and bar. This role ensures seamless day-to-day operations while creating a welcoming environment for members. The Falls Clubhouse is a hub for community gatherings, hosting events such as Monday Night Football, Super Bowl parties, family nights, and occasional banquets and BBQs. The Food & Beverage Manager leads the front-of-house team, collaborates closely with the Head Chef, and ensures exceptional member experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; a four-year college degree in Hospitality is preferred.
Three years of dining room supervisory experience is required; in a private club is highly preferred.
Proven experience as a Food & Beverage Manager or in a similar leadership role within the food industry.
Ability to demonstrate menu knowledge and menu item preparation.
Ensure all menu items are properly made and presented, according to the Club’s recipes and standards.
Ability to train, coach, and mentor employees, in order to help them achieve success in their position, both back and front of the house.
Lead and maintain a positive team atmosphere.
Ability to maintain a spotlessly clean, safe restaurant, at all times with a strong understanding of food handling procedures and safety regulations
Proven ability to build sales, increase profits, and grow customer counts.
Perform various administration duties.
Experience with Club Essentials or similar club management software is highly preferred.
Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
Knowledge of food and beverage operations, event planning, and financial management.

Responsibilities

Take reservations, manage the reservation system, and maintain a reservations log.
Greet and seat members and guests, ensuring a warm and welcoming experience.
Ensure all service staff are properly trained in American full-service and buffet-style dining.
Serve as the liaison between the dining room and kitchen staff, fostering effective communication and teamwork.
Address and resolve complaints regarding dining room service promptly and professionally.
Hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate front-of-house staff, including servers, bartenders, and runners.
Confirm time, attendance, and hours worked, ensuring accurate payroll and compliance.
Inspect staff uniforms for cleanliness and compliance with standards.
Manage staff performance and hold accountable as appropriate.
Train staff on POS system usage and other club policies and procedures.
Inspect and maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the dining room, equipment, and fixtures.
Ensure side-work and cleaning schedules are completed, and the dining room is secure at the end of the business day.
Perform daily POS closeout and ensure all specials are correctly entered into the POS system.
Monitor dining room labor and supplies budgets, making adjustments to achieve financial goals.
Maintain inventory of dining room items, ensuring proper storage and accountability.
Develop and continually update policy and procedure manuals for service staff to maintain quality and control costs.
Plan and oversee events, including family nights, sports viewings, and outdoor BBQs.
Work with the Head Chef to update, review, and print weekly menu changes.
Assist in developing wine lists and beverage needs in collaboration with the Beverage Manager.
Utilize club software to accurately charge members, track sales, and create forecasts and revenue reports.
Plan the dining service budget and monitor financial performance.
Attend staff meetings and collaborate with leadership on improvements to dining room services and layout.