What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food & Beverage Training Manager position at Bonita Bay Club?
We provide excellent benefits and perks, including the privilege of using club amenities! On a space-available basis, employees can play golf, tennis, or pickleball, use our employee fitness room, and purchase merchandise in one of our many shops. Our full-time team is also eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401k, and other great benefits. We also make it easy to apply!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A F&B TRAINING MANAGER:
The Food & Beverage Training Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all training programs and initiatives across the Food & Beverage department. This position plays a critical role in establishing and maintaining service standards consistent with the Bonita Bay Club member experience. In addition to training responsibilities, this role participates in rotational management and supervisory coverage across the Club's dining outlets, providing real-time coaching opportunities, service monitoring, and ongoing identification of training needs.
JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive food and beverage experience in an upscale, private club, or fine dining environment.
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Minimum of 1–2 years in a training, supervisory, or management capacity; private club experience strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated experience developing and delivering formal training programs, SOPs, or service curricula; deep working knowledge of front-of-house service standards, fine dining etiquette, and beverage and wine fundamentals.
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Must be highly organized, self-directed, and capable of managing competing priorities across multiple outlets; strong facilitation and public speaking skills with the ability to engage and motivate a diverse hourly workforce.
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Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends as required.
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Ability to work for extended periods on feet and carry up to 40 lbs.
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Requires excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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ServSafe Food Handler/Manager certification required (or ability to obtain promptly).
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TIPS or equivalent responsible alcohol service certification required.
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Certified Hospitality Trainer (CHT) or wine certification (WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers) a plus.
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Familiarity with point-of-sale systems (Jonas, Northstar, or similar) preferred.
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Ability to make independent decisions and function as a creative problem solver; collaborative leadership style with the credibility to coach peers and junior staff alike.
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Ability to pass a drug test
ABOUT BONITA BAY CLUB
Bonita Bay Club is a private club renowned for the most extensive services, amenities, and facilities nestled in the center of Bonita Springs, Florida. Situated within 2400 pristine acres of the Bonita Bay community, half of which is preserved as natural habitat. The club boasts five championship golf courses crafted by designers Arthur Hills and Tom Fazio, a golf club fitting lab, a teaching academy, and a short game training zone. The club's Sports Center features 18 Har-Tru tennis courts, 10 pickleball courts, and a zero-entry resort-style pool. The 60,000-square-foot Lifestyle Center houses a cutting-edge fitness center, spa, and salon nearby. Bonita Bay Club has earned prestigious accolades, including Distinguished Club and Platinum Club status, and is recognized as one of America's Healthiest Clubs for its dedication to member and employee wellness.
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