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About the Role

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the strategic leadership and seamless execution of all food and beverage operations across the club. This role partners with the General Manager and Executive Chef to uphold the highest standards of service and culinary excellence, ensuring that member experiences consistently exceed expectations. The Director plays a key role in driving operational efficiency and financial performance, including revenue growth and profitability, while fostering a culture of exceptional service.

Responsibilities

Maintain exceptional member relations and facilities by creating a high-quality environment through staffing, programming, service operations, and maintenance.
Identify and implement opportunities for member events and food and beverage services to meet ongoing member needs and achieve revenue objectives.
Communicate with members both individually and in groups to ensure the club consistently exceeds their expectations.
Work with the member committees to develop and implement member activities and events that enhance member engagement.
Interact professionally with members and guests, accommodating changes and last-minute requests as needed.
Develop aggressive sales, marketing, and net revenue plans for food & beverage, and oversee their successful implementation according to Invited budgeting and revenue guidelines.
Ensure expense control systems are in place, closely monitoring department expenses, including payroll-to-revenue ratio, and utilizing appropriate forecasting systems.
Oversee scheduling of all service personnel, manage labor cost budgeting, and ensure accurate time reporting through time management systems.
Ensure service recovery programs are effectively implemented, with staff trained to handle Member concerns.
Recruit, hire, and develop qualified staff committed to service excellence, understanding the relationships between Member satisfaction, value, and retention.
Create an excellent work environment, focused on teamwork, mutual respect, and Member satisfaction while achieving the 3-steps of service and revenue objectives.
Develop employees for career advancement using performance reviews, cross-training, and developmental planning.
Administer appropriate compensation packages in line with labor laws and ensure comprehensive on-boarding for new hires.
Implement and execute training programs consistently to ensure staff deliver quality service and products.
Work closely with the Membership Director, Superintendent, Head Golf Professional, Event Sales Director, and Marketing to ensure alignment in all matters related to food & beverage operations.
Attend and lead department head meetings, food & beverage meetings, and hold regular service training sessions to ensure staff is well-informed and prepared.
Conduct daily line-ups to review events of the day and menu items with the service team.
Ensure all staff adheres to mandated policies and procedures, particularly the Time Management Policy, and that all labor-related processes are properly followed.
Oversee procurement, scheduling, and payroll responsibilities, ensuring compliance with club policies and regulatory requirements.
Continuously monitor service operations, ensuring all aspects of the F&B department align with the club’s standards and goals.
Oversee the food and beverage aspects in Private Events, attending BEO meetings, determining product and staffing needs, and ensuring smooth operations.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of 5 years in Club management or related role within the Food & Beverage industry.
Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar operations, with the ability to make financial decisions.
Strong experience handling highly confidential material such as member and employee data.
Completion of all food & beverage online training modules: Service Training, Host Training, Bartender Training, Server Assistant Training, Banquet Server Training, Beverage Cart Attendant Training, Kitchen, Employee Training, F&B Refresh Training, Culinary Safety, Food Safety, and Alcohol Safety

Skills

Financial decision-making
Handling confidential material
Service Training
Alcohol Management
Computer proficiency, including spreadsheet software
Strong communication abilities
Demonstrated leadership skills

Location

Austin, Texas

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5 years in Club management or related role within the Food & Beverage industry
Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar operations

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's degree (Preferred)
Food Handlers Certificate (Preferred)
Alcohol Safety (Preferred)
STAR Service Certification (Preferred)
ABC Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Generous paid time off and leave programs

About the Company

The Hills is a private golf and lifestyle club in Austin, Texas, featuring 72 holes across four championship golf courses, including a Jack Nicklaus Signature Design layout.
Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees.
We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs.
Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more.

Equal Opportunity

Invited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer