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SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB
TULSA, OK
DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE AT SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB
Southern Hills Country Club is seeking an accomplished Director of Food & Beverage who brings gravitas, confidence, and a refined passion for hospitality. This is a distinguished opportunity to join one of the most highly regarded private clubs in the country, where the expectation is clear: the food and beverage experience must reflect the high standard of excellence that has led to the Club being a top 15 Platinum Club in the country. The successful candidate will combine strategic insight with a highly visible and engaged leadership style, elevating all aspects of the dining and social environment while reinforcing a culture of professionalism, consistency, and service at the highest level.
At its core, this role is defined by engaging, warm hospitality and an unwavering duty of care to members and guests. Southern Hills seeks a leader who will cultivate a culture grounded in food and beverage excellence, where precision, consistency, and attention to detail are evident in every interaction. Equally important, this position offers meaningful mentorship and professional development, supporting the individual’s continued progression along the club management path while providing active involvement in the Club’s strategic planning efforts and long-term direction.
Tulsa offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a vibrant and growing community with a cost of living and accessibility that is increasingly attractive to professionals and families alike. The city continues to invest in its cultural, culinary, and recreational offerings, providing a well-rounded environment that complements the Southern Hills experience.
Click here to watch a brief video about this opportunity.
About Southern Hills Country Club
Southern Hills Country Club is a private, member-owned country club located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Southern Hills Country Club is best known for its Championship Golf Course, which is recognized among the top 100 courses in the world and has been the host to 17 Championships since 1945. Southern Hills Country Club had a remarkable start, having been established in 1935 amid the Great Depression. The swimming pool, stables, bridle paths, polo field, skeet range, and tennis courts were completed in 1935. A year later, the golf course, which was originally designed by Perry Maxwell, opened on May 23rd, 1936, as the Club held its official opening.
While the Club no longer has the stables, bridle paths, polo field, and skeet range, over the past years, Southern Hills has grown and expanded to enhance the member experience. They have 12 tennis courts, including six indoor courts, a Tennis Center, a Pool Complex, a Golf Performance Center, and a Health & Wellness Center. The Clubhouse boasts a diverse array of dining venues, including the Mixed Grill, Men's Grill, Maxwell’s, The Patio, and The Lounge – offering both indoor and outdoor seating to suit every occasion and preference. Renowned golf course architect Gil Hanse completed the Championship Golf Course restoration in May 2019. Major championship golf will return to Southern Hills in May 2032 for an unprecedented sixth PGA Championship. Southern Hills recently hosted the 2022 PGA Championship and the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship.
As part of ongoing reinvestment, the Membership recently unveiled the newly designed Snug Harbor, featuring two dynamic dining options. The “Old Snug” was built in 1952 and served as the poolside grille between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The “New Snug” restaurant, completed in 2025, is a fast-casual venue space featuring 250 seats between both outdoors and indoors and will be open year-round. The space also features the Harbor Café, a Grab-and-Go concept equipped with a full Starbucks beverage menu and smoothies.
The concept has been a resounding success and quickly became a member favorite. Additionally, the Club recently upgraded and updated the banquet kitchen.
Coming in 2026, Southern Hills will begin construction of four new indoor pickleball courts and the renovation of the West 9, (The Warren), with Gil Hanse coming back to create a “reversible, more player-friendly nine holes” that will be a great addition to the Club's iconic golf experience.
SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB BY THE NUMBERS
Director Of Food & Beverage – Position Overview
The Director of Food & Beverage reports directly to the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer and is responsible for leading and overseeing all food and beverage operations at Southern Hills Country Club. This individual sets the tone through a highly visible and engaged leadership style, fostering accountability, consistency, and follow-through across the team. With a focus on building a strong, cohesive operation, the Director leads by example, establishing clear expectations while bringing a consistent sense of urgency to the role. This leader will join a team of high-performing department heads who operate with mutual respect, alignment, and a shared commitment to excellence.
While the primary focus of the role (approximately 75%) is dedicated to food and beverage leadership and execution, this position also plays an important role in the broader operation of the Club. The remaining 25% includes involvement in club-wide initiatives, such as capital projects, strategic planning, and facility master planning. This structure provides meaningful exposure to overall club operations and supports the individual’s continued growth and development within a comprehensive club management environment.
The Director of Food & Beverage ensures that all services, amenities, and operations are executed with precision and professionalism, aligned with the Club’s expectations, culture, and established policies and procedures.
INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE NEW DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE
In compliance with federal law, all hired employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Salary And Benefits
Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package, including association membership.
Instructions On How To Apply
Please upload your resume and cover letter in the order listed using the link below. When prompted for them during the online application process, you should have your documents fully prepared to attach. Please be sure your image is not on your resume or cover letter; it should be used on your LinkedIn Profile.
Prepare a thoughtful cover letter addressed to Ms. Kimberly Clark Warren, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer. Clearly articulate your alignment with this role, why you want to be considered for this position at this stage of your career, and why Southern Hills Country Club and the Tulsa, OK area will benefit you, your family, your career, and the Club if selected.
You must apply for this role as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, May 1, 2026. Candidate selections will occur in mid-May, with the first interviews expected to follow and the second interviews later in the month. The successful candidate should assume their role as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT: Save your resume and letter in the following manner:
“Last Name, First Name – Resume” &
“Last Name, First Name – Cover Letter – Southern Hills CC”
(These documents should be in Word or PDF format)
Note: Once you complete the application process for this search, you are not able to go back in and add additional documents.
If you have any questions, please email Alice Stevens: alice@kkandw.com
Lead Search Executive
Marcie Mills, CCM
Search & Consulting Executive
O: 833-KKW-HIRE, ext. 716
M: 484-577-6762
marcie@kkandw.com
To apply for this position click the link below.
Apply for the Southern Hills Country Club Director of Food & Beverage position
SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB
TULSA, OK
DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE AT SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB
Southern Hills Country Club is seeking an accomplished Director of Food & Beverage who brings gravitas, confidence, and a refined passion for hospitality. This is a distinguished opportunity to join one of the most highly regarded private clubs in the country, where the expectation is clear: the food and beverage experience must reflect the high standard of excellence that has led to the Club being a top 15 Platinum Club in the country. The successful candidate will combine strategic insight with a highly visible and engaged leadership style, elevating all aspects of the dining and social environment while reinforcing a culture of professionalism, consistency, and service at the highest level.
At its core, this role is defined by engaging, warm hospitality and an unwavering duty of care to members and guests. Southern Hills seeks a leader who will cultivate a culture grounded in food and beverage excellence, where precision, consistency, and attention to detail are evident in every interaction. Equally important, this position offers meaningful mentorship and professional development, supporting the individual’s continued progression along the club management path while providing active involvement in the Club’s strategic planning efforts and long-term direction.
Tulsa offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a vibrant and growing community with a cost of living and accessibility that is increasingly attractive to professionals and families alike. The city continues to invest in its cultural, culinary, and recreational offerings, providing a well-rounded environment that complements the Southern Hills experience.
Click here to watch a brief video about this opportunity.
About Southern Hills Country Club
Southern Hills Country Club is a private, member-owned country club located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Southern Hills Country Club is best known for its Championship Golf Course, which is recognized among the top 100 courses in the world and has been the host to 17 Championships since 1945. Southern Hills Country Club had a remarkable start, having been established in 1935 amid the Great Depression. The swimming pool, stables, bridle paths, polo field, skeet range, and tennis courts were completed in 1935. A year later, the golf course, which was originally designed by Perry Maxwell, opened on May 23rd, 1936, as the Club held its official opening.
While the Club no longer has the stables, bridle paths, polo field, and skeet range, over the past years, Southern Hills has grown and expanded to enhance the member experience. They have 12 tennis courts, including six indoor courts, a Tennis Center, a Pool Complex, a Golf Performance Center, and a Health & Wellness Center. The Clubhouse boasts a diverse array of dining venues, including the Mixed Grill, Men's Grill, Maxwell’s, The Patio, and The Lounge – offering both indoor and outdoor seating to suit every occasion and preference. Renowned golf course architect Gil Hanse completed the Championship Golf Course restoration in May 2019. Major championship golf will return to Southern Hills in May 2032 for an unprecedented sixth PGA Championship. Southern Hills recently hosted the 2022 PGA Championship and the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship.
As part of ongoing reinvestment, the Membership recently unveiled the newly designed Snug Harbor, featuring two dynamic dining options. The “Old Snug” was built in 1952 and served as the poolside grille between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The “New Snug” restaurant, completed in 2025, is a fast-casual venue space featuring 250 seats between both outdoors and indoors and will be open year-round. The space also features the Harbor Café, a Grab-and-Go concept equipped with a full Starbucks beverage menu and smoothies.
The concept has been a resounding success and quickly became a member favorite. Additionally, the Club recently upgraded and updated the banquet kitchen.
Coming in 2026, Southern Hills will begin construction of four new indoor pickleball courts and the renovation of the West 9, (The Warren), with Gil Hanse coming back to create a “reversible, more player-friendly nine holes” that will be a great addition to the Club's iconic golf experience.
SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB BY THE NUMBERS
- $150,000 Initiation fee
- $16,800 Annual dues
- Approximately $24.5M Gross volume
- Approximately $14M Dues volume annually
- Approximately $7.1M F&B volume
- Food Cost: 40%
- 60% a la carte/ 40% banquet revenue
- Approximately 32,000 Rounds of Golf
- Approximately 1,000 Members from all categories
- Approximately 220 Employees (FTE) 120 Part Time; 80 seasonally
- 11 Members on the Board serving 3-year terms and a max of 2 terms
- 62 – Average age of members
Director Of Food & Beverage – Position Overview
The Director of Food & Beverage reports directly to the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer and is responsible for leading and overseeing all food and beverage operations at Southern Hills Country Club. This individual sets the tone through a highly visible and engaged leadership style, fostering accountability, consistency, and follow-through across the team. With a focus on building a strong, cohesive operation, the Director leads by example, establishing clear expectations while bringing a consistent sense of urgency to the role. This leader will join a team of high-performing department heads who operate with mutual respect, alignment, and a shared commitment to excellence.
While the primary focus of the role (approximately 75%) is dedicated to food and beverage leadership and execution, this position also plays an important role in the broader operation of the Club. The remaining 25% includes involvement in club-wide initiatives, such as capital projects, strategic planning, and facility master planning. This structure provides meaningful exposure to overall club operations and supports the individual’s continued growth and development within a comprehensive club management environment.
The Director of Food & Beverage ensures that all services, amenities, and operations are executed with precision and professionalism, aligned with the Club’s expectations, culture, and established policies and procedures.
INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE NEW DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE
- Observe, listen, ask questions, and gain a deep understanding of the culture, history, and operations of Southern Hills Country Club. Build trust and credibility with leadership, staff, and members.
- Maintain a highly visible presence and actively engage across all areas of the operation, fostering a caring and trusted rapport with members while building strong relationships at all levels.
- Establish clear expectations across the food and beverage operation to drive consistency, alignment, accountability, and sustained performance.
- Create and implement standard operating procedures for all front-of-the-house dining operations.
- Conduct a thorough evaluation of all banquet and dining physical assets and presentation standards, including linens, tabletop, décor, and equipment, to ensure a refined, consistent, and elevated experience aligned with the Club’s standards of excellence.
- Actively monitor all member services, with a particular emphasis on delivering a la carte service excellence. Ensure standards consistently meet or exceed established expectations and focus on continual progress and enhancements. Engage with members regularly and ensure timely follow-up on feedback, concerns, and suggestions.
- Evaluate and enhance training programs across the food and beverage operation, ensuring team members are well-prepared, confident, and aligned with the Club’s service standards and expectations.
- Partner closely with the Executive Chef to strengthen alignment between front and back of the house operations through communication, training, and team development, ensuring a seamless and consistent member experience.
- Develop and manage budgets and profit and loss statements for club events and food and beverage operations, maintaining disciplined expense control and labor management, without compromising the quality of the member experience.
- Bring a collaborative and forward-thinking approach by working closely with the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer on strategic initiatives, while supporting the execution and oversight of ongoing and future capital projects.
- Foster engagement, alignment, and synergy across all areas of the operation, reinforcing a unified team approach that supports both front and back of the house and enhances the overall member experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in food and beverage operations, including casual and fine dining, events, and banquet service within multi-outlet club, resort, or high-end luxury hospitality environments.
- Have a passion for providing engaging, warm hospitality and high-quality Member service with a commitment to exceeding expectations
- Professional, self-motivated, and high-energy leader who embodies the Southern Hills Country Club culture.
- Possesses a high degree of emotional intelligence and executive presence, complemented by strong self-awareness and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Being respectfully confident and “connected” to the membership and team is critical, as is the ability to work with leadership to deliver a cohesive and inviting club culture and environment.
- Possess exceptional advanced planning skills, attention to detail, time management, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to organize and complete work in accordance with established timelines.
- Ability to proactively lead a team with a transparent and uplifting, inspirational style while creating a culture of accountability.
- Possesses excellent listening skills as well as verbal and written communication skills to interact professionally with a diverse group of executives, managers, and team members.
- Motivated by learning with a desire and passion to lead at a high level.
- A respect for the game of golf and an understanding of golf-centric club culture will be viewed as a strong asset.
- 5-10 years food & beverage management experience in high-volume club, hotel, or resort and proficiency in managing fine dining, casual dining, and/or banquet events.
- A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with a focus on Hospitality Management.
- Substantial private club or hospitality experience will be considered in lieu of the degree.
- Industry certifications such as CCM are encouraged but not required.
In compliance with federal law, all hired employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Salary And Benefits
Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package, including association membership.
Instructions On How To Apply
Please upload your resume and cover letter in the order listed using the link below. When prompted for them during the online application process, you should have your documents fully prepared to attach. Please be sure your image is not on your resume or cover letter; it should be used on your LinkedIn Profile.
Prepare a thoughtful cover letter addressed to Ms. Kimberly Clark Warren, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer. Clearly articulate your alignment with this role, why you want to be considered for this position at this stage of your career, and why Southern Hills Country Club and the Tulsa, OK area will benefit you, your family, your career, and the Club if selected.
You must apply for this role as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, May 1, 2026. Candidate selections will occur in mid-May, with the first interviews expected to follow and the second interviews later in the month. The successful candidate should assume their role as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT: Save your resume and letter in the following manner:
“Last Name, First Name – Resume” &
“Last Name, First Name – Cover Letter – Southern Hills CC”
(These documents should be in Word or PDF format)
Note: Once you complete the application process for this search, you are not able to go back in and add additional documents.
If you have any questions, please email Alice Stevens: alice@kkandw.com
Lead Search Executive
Marcie Mills, CCM
Search & Consulting Executive
O: 833-KKW-HIRE, ext. 716
M: 484-577-6762
marcie@kkandw.com
To apply for this position click the link below.
Apply for the Southern Hills Country Club Director of Food & Beverage position
Salary : $7 - $16,800