Food & Beverage Director

The Club at Renaissance•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Director manages the Club’s dining, event business, and pool outlet. This hands-on role oversees the daily operation of dining and catering outlets, including setup, food and drink service, and cleanup, with a focus on quality presentation and customer service. The Director supervises staff, supports consistent service and presentation standards, and works with the management team to guide the operation. The position offers growth potential within the company. The role also manages and supervises member events and banquets according to client specifications and Banquet Event Orders (BEOs). Responsibilities include coordinating room setup and equipment, preparing staff for service, communicating with the kitchen, service staff, and event hosts, and overseeing event execution and cleanup. The Director oversees restaurant, snack bar, and pool service operations and ensures responsible alcohol service, accurate POS billing, and compliance with Club policies and applicable health, safety, and alcohol laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in a restaurant, hotel, or related field.
Food safety and alcohol beverage certification.
Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
Ability to effectively hire, train, and discipline employees.
Knowledge of kitchen and banquet equipment, health department rules and regulations, and liquor laws and regulations.
Excellent listening, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with food and beverage staff from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
Ability to lead a team, manage staff, and handle members and guests diplomatically, constructively, and professionally.
Results-oriented, with the ability to work with minimal direction.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.
Ability to work hands-on as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of service and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of relevant experience.
Two years as a manager or supervisor in a high-volume upscale food and beverage operation.
Experience with both restaurants and banquets; the employer states it will train the right candidate.
BA/BS in a related field.

Responsibilities

Greet members, guests, and employees in a warm, friendly, service-oriented manner.
Maintain proper personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the required uniform and nametag.
Assist management with hiring qualified staff.
Follow Club standards, policies, and regulations to support safe and efficient operations.
Maintain regular attendance according to Club scheduling needs.
Attend weekly meetings and coordinate pertinent communications and staffing requirements for events with the management team.
Manage and supervise member events and banquets according to client specifications and Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
Supervise room setup, including placement of linens, silver, china, and glassware according to event specifications and Club standards.
Inspect function rooms and equipment before events for cleanliness, inventory, and orderly condition.
Hold pre-shift lineups and distribute event information to staff to support smooth service and proper execution.
Interpret function diagrams and ensure staff arrive in designated uniforms and meet grooming standards.
Communicate calmly and positively with the kitchen, service staff, and event clients or hosts during functions.
Train and supervise staff and monitor performance during events.
Supervise cleanup, breakdown, and storage of equipment.
Assist servers with service execution as needed.
Directly supervise banquet staff to ensure responsible alcohol service in compliance with Club policies and applicable state and federal laws.
Process billing accurately using a POS system.
Follow food-safety requirements and applicable federal, state, and local health and safety regulations and Club standards.
Manage daily operations of the restaurant, snack bar, and pool service.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.