Food & Beverage Manager

Tennessee Grasslands LLC • Gallatin, TN

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About The Position

Grasslands Club is seeking a dynamic and service-driven Food & Beverage Manager to oversee daily restaurant, bar, and event dining operations while delivering an exceptional experience for our members and guests.

This leadership role is responsible for managing front-of-house food and beverage operations, including staff scheduling, payroll oversight, service standards, and team development. The Food & Beverage Manager works closely with culinary leadership, event teams, and club leadership to ensure seamless service execution, strong financial performance, and a culture of hospitality excellence.

The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership, a passion for service, and the ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced private club environment.

Requirements

• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent Food Safety certification.
• Minimum 3 years of food and beverage management or supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff schedules, payroll processes, and labor budgets.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and health regulations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and maintain high service standards.
• Experience with POS systems, scheduling software, and payroll/timekeeping platforms.
• Strong understanding of service training and staff development.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in a private club, resort, or luxury hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations including restaurants, bars, and member events to ensure exceptional service and member satisfaction.
• Maintain high service standards aligned with Grasslands Club hospitality expectations.
• Monitor dining room operations and service flow to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Address member feedback and resolve service issues promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to support menu execution and overall dining experience.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise front-of-house staff including servers, bartenders, and support staff.
• Foster a positive team culture focused on accountability, professionalism, and service excellence.
• Identify staff strengths and develop team members’ skills through coaching and ongoing training.
• Conduct regular performance discussions and support leadership development within the team.
• Develop and manage weekly staff schedules based on business levels, events, and operational needs.
• Oversee timekeeping and payroll accuracy, ensuring proper tracking of hours, overtime, and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor labor costs and adjust staffing levels to maintain efficiency while delivering exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations and internal payroll processes.
• Assist in developing budgets and financial goals for food and beverage operations.
• Monitor departmental financial performance including sales, labor costs, and operational expenses.
• Implement cost-control measures and support initiatives to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain ServSafe and food safety standards across all operations.
• Ensure adherence to club policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Work closely with the Events and Banquet teams to ensure successful execution of club events, tournaments, weddings, and member functions.
• Participate in planning special dining experiences, promotions, and club programming.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager