Tavern Manager

GATE HR • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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About The Position

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is seeking an energetic, hospitality-driven leader to manage the Tavern and support additional beverage outlets, cocktail receptions, hospitality events, and beverage-related functions as needed. Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, the Tavern Manager is responsible for delivering exceptional member and guest experiences, maintaining high service standards, developing a high-performing team, and driving beverage sales, profitability, and operational excellence.

The position leads daily beverage operations, including staffing and team development, service training, cleanliness and safety, inventory and purchasing, cost and labor management, programming and events, and compliance with company policies, health regulations, and responsible alcohol service standards. The manager may also assist with beverage operations throughout the resort as operational demands require.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience as a Head Bartender, Bar Manager, Beverage Supervisor, or similar leader in a full-service restaurant, luxury resort, hotel, country club, or private club.
• Strong leadership, coaching, team development, and employee engagement skills.
• Working knowledge of beverage inventory management, purchasing, cost controls, labor management, and financial reporting.
• Experience using Point of Sale (POS) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and guest service skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Nice To Haves

• Fine dining and banquet experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily Tavern operations and support additional beverage outlets as business needs require.
• Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and develop bartenders, servers, and support staff.
• Conduct daily lineups and ongoing training focused on service excellence, product knowledge, and operational standards.
• Provide visible leadership to ensure exceptional member and guest experiences.
• Maintain standards of appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and safety throughout beverage operations.
• Manage beverage inventory, purchasing, receiving, storage, and product controls.
• Conduct monthly inventories and analyze reporting to manage beverage costs and profitability.
• Monitor labor expenses and staffing levels to achieve budget objectives while maintaining service standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with members, guests, vendors, and team members.
• Support beverage programming, seasonal promotions, specialty offerings, and special events.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health regulations, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Assist with beverage operations throughout the resort as operational demands require.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage for eligible team members
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Complimentary parking and employee dining café
• Five-Diamond service training and professional development opportunities
• Certifications and continuing education opportunities
• Complimentary uniform dry-cleaning services
• Career growth and advancement opportunities throughout Gate Hospitality Group
• Preferred lodging rates
• Discounted golf and select recreational amenities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed