Food and Beverage Manager

Food & Beverage Director

Westhampton Country Club
Westhampton Beach, New York

ABOUT WESTHAMPTON COUNTRY CLUB

Westhampton Country Club, an exclusive family-focused Club, was founded in 1890 and now features a myriad of sports activities including an 18-hole Seth Raynor designed golf course, a tennis center including 11 Har-Tru tennis courts, 5 pickleball courts and a junior sports camp.

The Food & Beverage Department hosts an array of dining options for our members. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, private dinners, large member events, sponsored golf outings, weddings, and charity events.

  • Westhampton Country Club by the numbers:
  • 700 Member families
  • Westhampton Country Club operates from April 1st to December 20th.
  • Food & Beverage services operate April 17th – Oct 25th.
  • The Club is closed January – March.
  • 175 full season employees
  • 15-20 off season employees
  • $3M annual F&B revenue
  • 40% a la carte
  • 60% banquet

Role Summary

The Food & Beverage Director is responsible for overseeing all food and beverage service operations at Westhampton Country Club, ensuring exceptional service standards, efficient operations, and a consistently high-quality member experience. This role works closely with the General Manager, Executive Chef, and Clubhouse Manager to align service execution with the Club’s culture, financial goals, and seasonal rhythm.

Core Responsibilities

Service Standards & Member Experience

  • Establish, implement, and uphold service standards across all food and beverage outlets
  • Maintain a visible presence during service periods to support staff and engage with members
  • Ensure consistency in service style, pacing, presentation, and professionalism
  • Address member feedback and service issues promptly and discreetly
  • Promote a hospitality-first culture that reflects the values and traditions of the Club

Daily Operations Oversight

  • Oversee day-to-day food and beverage operations including dining rooms, bars, events, and member functions
  • Coordinate service logistics for member dining, private events, and tournaments
  • Ensure all outlets are properly staffed, set, and service-ready
  • Monitor cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health and safety standards
  • Ensure compliance with Club policies and operating procedures

Staff Leadership & Training

  • Lead, train, and supervise food and beverage service staff
  • Develop training programs focused on service excellence, product knowledge, and consistency
  • Conduct pre-shift meetings and ongoing performance coaching
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and scheduling in collaboration with club leadership
  • Foster accountability, teamwork, and positive staff morale

Financial & Cost Controls

  • Manage labor schedules to align staffing levels with service demand
  • Monitor payroll, overtime, and labor efficiency
  • Oversee beverage cost controls, inventory levels, and ordering procedures
  • Review financial reports and support corrective actions as needed

Food & Beverage Program Management

  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu execution, changes, and special offerings
  • Support beverage program development including wine, spirits, and cocktail offerings
  • Ensure accurate menu knowledge and upselling techniques among staff
  • Monitor product quality, portioning, and presentation standards

Events & Special Functions

  • Oversee food and beverage service for club events, private functions, and weddings
  • Coordinate with Events and Banquet teams to ensure seamless execution
  • Manage service timelines, staffing plans, and event-specific service standards
  • Conduct post-event evaluations and continuous improvement reviews

Administrative & Seasonal Planning

  • Maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and service checklists
  • Assist with pre-season preparation and post-season closeout
  • Participate in leadership meetings and cross-department planning
  • Ensure clear communication between kitchen, service, and management teams

Requirements:

  • Dining room supervisory experience is required, preferably in a private club setting
  • Proficient with POS system; experience with Clubessential preferred
  • Excellent work ethic, leadership, and communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field, or relevant work experience

Compensation/Benefits:

· Annual Salary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $75,000-$90,000, plus bonus potential.

· Benefits include: health, dental, life insurance, and 401K, CMAA/MCMA dues

Brian Boyce, General Manager

BBoyce@westhamptoncc.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1,400.00 - $1,700.00 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Restaurant or Private Club: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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