Food & Beverage Manager

Food & Beverage Manager – Drive Excellence & Inspire Innovation!

Are you a strategic leader ready to elevate hospitality and culinary excellence to new heights? We have an exciting opening for a dynamic Food & Beverage Manager committed to operational success, client satisfaction, and continuous innovation. At Guckenheimer, you'll play a pivotal role in aligning our services with our client's strategic vision, driving outstanding results and a vibrant workplace culture.

Position Summary

The Food & Beverage Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Club’s dining room and catering operations. This position ensures excellence in service delivery, efficient coordination between the front of house and kitchen teams, and a consistently high-quality member and guest experience. The Manager works closely with the Executive Director and Chef to uphold the Club’s service standards, support financial goals, and maintain smooth, professional operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of dining room and catering service operations, including daily lunch, bar, and private event service.
• Work in partnership with the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership to ensure timely and seamless food production and service coordination.
• Supervise, train, and schedule front-of-house staff; ensure adherence to service standards and appearance guidelines.
• Manage event execution, including banquets, receptions, board dinners, and member events, ensuring flawless setup, timing, and service quality.
• Collaborate with the Catering Sales Manager on event logistics, BEO accuracy, and client satisfaction.
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and post-event debriefs with staff and kitchen to review quality and communication
• Monitor labor costs, service efficiencies, and departmental performance to achieve financial and operational targets.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
• Uphold a culture of hospitality, teamwork, and professionalism consistent with the Club’s values.
• Assist with long-term training programs, service audits, and process improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in restaurant, hotel, or private club operations management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with POS and event management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of fine dining and banquet service standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to team development and a positive workplace culture.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Requires flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for club operations
• Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Work performed in both office and hospitality environments.

HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

ISS offers full time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The annual salary range for this position is $85000.00  - $100000.00 . Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed above.

As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.