Food & Beverage Manager

The Ranch Country Club•Westminster, CO

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for managing the Club’s dining, event business, and pool outlet, overseeing dining and catering outlets from setup through food and drink service and cleanup. The role emphasizes quality presentation, customer service, member and guest satisfaction, and consistent service standards. It is a hands-on position involving daily operations and collaboration with the management team to guide the operation’s development. The position also offers growth potential within the company. The manager supervises staff, including hiring support, training, coaching, discipline, and performance review. They oversee events and banquets according to client specifications and Banquet Event Orders, coordinate staffing and event execution, manage restaurant, snack bar, and pool service operations, and ensure responsible alcohol service and compliance with safety, health, and Club standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in a restaurant, hotel, or related field.
Food safety and alcohol beverage certifications.
Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
Ability to hire, train, and discipline employees effectively.
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.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Greet members, guests, and employees in a warm, friendly, service-oriented manner.
Maintain required personal appearance and grooming, including proper uniform and nametag.
Assist management with hiring qualified staff.
Follow Club standards, policies, and regulations to support safe and efficient operations.
Maintain attendance in accordance with Club standards and scheduling needs.
Attend weekly meetings and coordinate with the Management Team on relevant information and event staffing requirements.
Manage and supervise member events and banquets according to client specifications and Banquet Event Orders.
Supervise room setup, including placement of linens, silverware, china, and glassware according to event specifications and Club standards.
Inspect function rooms and equipment before events for cleanliness, inventory, and orderly presentation.
Hold pre-shift staff lineups and distribute event information to support smooth service and execution.
Interpret function diagrams and ensure staff arrive in designated uniforms and meet grooming standards.
Communicate with the kitchen, service staff, and event client or host during functions to support timely execution.
Train and supervise staff and monitor their 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 and compliance with Club policies and state and federal law.
Process billing information accurately using a POS system.
Follow food safety requirements and applicable federal, state, and local safety and health regulations.
Manage daily operations of the restaurant, snack bar, and pool service.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.