Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Position Summary
The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager supports the daily operation of a high-volume food and beverage program at a premier public golf course. This role combines operational leadership, hospitality excellence, inventory and purchasing controls, team supervision, and hands-on execution across front-of-house and back-of-house functions. The Assistant Manager helps deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, safety, efficiency, and financial performance. This position works closely with the Food & Beverage Manager, culinary team, servers, and golf operations staff to ensure seamless execution of the food and beverage operation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Operations & Service Leadership: Assist in managing all daily food and beverage operations across dining area, bar service, beverage stations, patio service, tournament events, and special functions. Maintain exceptional guest service standards and create a welcoming, professional hospitality environment. Actively participate in service execution including serving, food running, expediting, guest interaction, and issue resolution during peak periods. Ensure timely opening, shift transition, and closing procedures are completed consistently. Monitor service flow and staffing levels to maximize efficiency during high-volume periods.
Purchasing, Receiving & Inventory Control: Assist with purchasing food, beverage, paper goods, cleaning supplies, and operational materials. Receive deliveries, inspect product quality, verify quantities, and reconcile invoices with purchase orders. Maintain organized storage areas using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices. Conduct regular inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records. Monitor product usage, minimize waste, and identify opportunities to improve cost control and profitability. Support food and beverage cost management initiatives.
Front-of-House (FOH) Management: Supervise dining area, patio, and guest-facing operations. Train and coach service staff on hospitality standards, menu knowledge, upselling, and service expectations. Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve concerns professionally and efficiently. Ensure proper appearance, cleanliness, and readiness of all guest areas. Support scheduling, labor management, and daily staffing adjustments.
Back-of-House (BOH) Coordination: Partner with kitchen leadership to maintain smooth production and service execution. Support adherence to recipes, portion standards, ticket times, and food quality expectations. Ensure sanitation, organization, and proper food handling procedures are followed. Assist in managing prep schedules and operational readiness.
Team Leadership & Supervision: Lead by example through active floor presence and hands-on support. Assign, prioritize, and monitor completion of daily operational tasks. Provide coaching, training, performance feedback, and accountability for team members. Support employee onboarding and ongoing development. Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance team culture.
Safety, Sanitation & Facility Standards: Ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards in accordance with local and company requirements. Conduct routine inspections of dining areas, kitchen, storage spaces, and service stations. Ensure cleaning schedules and preventive maintenance procedures are completed. Respond appropriately to operational and guest safety concerns. Maintain a clean, organized, and presentation-ready environment throughout the facility.
Administrative & Financial Support: Assist with labor tracking, scheduling, reporting, and operational documentation. Support daily transaction records and reconciliation processes. Monitor sales trends, staffing efficiency, and departmental performance metrics. Contribute ideas for operational improvements and revenue growth opportunities.
Qualifications
2–5 years of progressive experience in food & beverage, hospitality, restaurant, golf club, resort, or high-volume service operations. Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
Strong understanding of purchasing, receiving, inventory management, and cost controls. Knowledge of front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
Food safety certification preferred (ServSafe, Tips, or equivalent).
Strong communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, tournaments, and special events.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in fast-paced indoor and outdoor environments. Ability to bend, reach, carry trays, and assist with operational setup and breakdown.
Success Measures
Exceptional guest satisfaction scores.
Strong inventory accuracy and cost control.
Cleanliness and food safety compliance.
Efficient service execution during peak volume periods.
Team engagement, training, and retention.
Consistent operational readiness and execution standards.
Benefits & Other Compensation
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms: Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older) Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria Additional Compensation – Commissions, Service Charge, Employee Meals
About Troon
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.