What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager in Development (MID), (6 Month Internship/Development Program) position at BOCA WOODS COUNTRY CLUB ASSOCIATION INC?
Location: Boca Woods Country Club
Department: Food & Beverage
Duration: 6 Months
Opportunity: Potential for full-time placement upon successful completion
Overview
The Manager in Development (MID) Program is designed to prepare high-potential individuals for leadership roles within our Food & Beverage team. This immersive, hands-on program provides a well-rounded experience through operational exposure, leadership development, and progressive responsibility within a private club environment.
Participants will gain a deep understanding of our Club culture, service standards, and day-to-day operations while building the skills needed to step confidently into an Assistant Manager or Manager-level role.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on leadership experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Exposure to both Front of House and Back of House operations
- Coaching and mentorship from experienced leaders
- Ownership of projects and operational responsibilities
- A clear path toward a management role upon successful completion
Program Structure
- Learning Methods: Job rotations, shadowing, formal training, coaching, and project ownership
- Evaluation Cadence: Monthly check-ins, mid-program evaluation, and final readiness review
- Outcome: Readiness for an Assistant Manager or Manager role
Key Learning Areas
Months 1–2: Foundation & Operational Immersion
Focus: Understanding operations, service standards, and team dynamics
- Learn Club culture, mission, and service philosophy
- Gain exposure to dining room and bar operations
- Assist with event execution and service flow
- Build foundational leadership and communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Shadow managers and supervisors
- Support pre-shift meetings and team communication
- Assist with daily floor supervision
Months 3–4: Operational Ownership & Leadership Development
Focus: Shift leadership, team management, and cost awareness
- Begin managing day-to-day service operations
- Learn inventory, food cost, and labor fundamentals
- Participate in kitchen operations (prep, line, expo)
- Support event planning and execution
Responsibilities:
- Act as Manager on Duty for assigned shifts
- Assist with inventory counts and ordering
- Lead team communication and support service execution
Months 5–6: Financial Acumen, Strategy & Readiness
Focus: Business understanding and management readiness
- Learn labor planning, scheduling, and productivity metrics
- Gain exposure to budgeting and financial reporting basics
- Manage member relations and service recovery
- Collaborate across departments to enhance operations
Capstone Project:
- Identify an operational or service opportunity
- Develop and implement a solution
- Present outcomes and recommendations to leadership
Responsibilities:
- Serve regularly as Manager on Duty
- Lead team trainings and pre-shift briefings
- Mentor supervisors or key team members
- Participate in management meetings
What Success Looks Like
- Confidently runs shifts with minimal oversight
- Communicates effectively across teams
- Demonstrates strong leadership, accountability, and sound judgment
- Identifies opportunities to improve operations and service
- Shows readiness for next-level leadership
Why Join Us
At Boca Woods Country Club, we are committed to developing our team from within. The MID Program is more than an internship—it’s a launchpad for a long-term career in hospitality leadership.