Food & Beverage Manager

Located just off Highway 280 in Menlo Park, Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club has been one of the top private golf and country clubs in the United States since opening in 1962. We have a proud history of providing excellent food, service and experiences to our members.

Why work here?

• Meals provided Tuesday through Sunday
• Scholarship program for Education/Tuition assistance for yourself or child (Available after 90 days employment & during scholarship program term)
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Bonus
• 401(k) after 3 months of employment 

Job Purpose:

Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club’s Food & Beverage Manager ensures consistent quality in food, beverage, and service, supports strategic planning for events and club activities, and upholds the club’s reputation for premium hospitality. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has completed a degree in hospitality or has fine dining restaurant experience who would like to enter the private club industry.

Job Summary (Essential Functions):

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations across all club dining outlets, bars, and event spaces.
• Creates, updates and maintains Standard Operating Procedures.
• Lead, train, schedule, and supervise all F&B staff, fostering a high-performing, service-driven team culture.
• Involved in and responsible for planning, staffing, executing, and breaking down of Member and private events, include golf tournaments.
• Manages scheduling and time off requests.
• Assist in planning and implementing of procedures for special club events, catering and banquet functions within the restaurant.
• Develops creative ideas to drive member usage of Food and Beverage outlets.
• Mentors all direct report supervisors and team members.
• Addresses member and guest complaints and advises the Service & Operations Manager about appropriate corrective actions taken.
• Monitors appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities.
• Monitors employee dress and appearance codes according to policies and procedures.
• Works with supervisors and conducts monthly beverage inventory using AccuBar system.
• Monitors or manages physical bar inventory verification and provides updated information to the Service & Operations Manager.
• Assist with development of departmental budget for all necessary F&B operations.
• Monitor, ordering and receiving program for beverage products and supplies to ensure proper quantity and pricing on all purchases.
• Maintains records of special events, house counts, food covers and daily business volumes.
• Completes other appropriate assignments from the Front of House department heads.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in hot, humid and noisy environment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field of study or University degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts – not a requirement, but recommended
• 3 to 5 years’ experience as a food and beverage manager or a similar position in a high-end service environment
• Experience leading the beverage program, including wine list development, cellar management, supplier relationships, and staff training, ensuring a sommelier-level standard of product knowledge and guest service 

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations:

• Food and beverage operating procedures
• Plan, execute, and oversee restaurants, golf tournaments, banquets, weddings, and member events to ensure smooth operations and outstanding service delivery.
• Wine, spirits and bar operations
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Polished, professional appearance and presentation
• Manage stress and time
• Building, training, and maintaining employee teams
• Effective communication through all department levels and throughout club

• Effective in listening to, understanding and resolving concerns and issues on all levels

Work Schedule and Hours:

The schedule includes day shifts and evening shifts to fit the business needs and opening times of the food & beverage operations. Hours are determined by business levels. Weekends are required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the club.

Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Sharon Heights are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.