Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

St. Thomas Golf and Country Club; London; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private club in Ontario is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to lead front-of-house operations. This role involves managing dining, bar, and banquet services while ensuring high levels of member satisfaction. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in hospitality leadership and demonstrated experience in team development. Compensation includes a competitive salary of $50k - $55k, health benefits, and professional development support.

Benefits

Attractive and Competitive Compensation Package

Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits

Retirement Savings Program Contributions

Paid Annual Vacation Entitlement

Discretionary Performance Bonus Opportunities

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of hospitality leadership experience in a private club, hotel, or upscale dining establishment.
• Demonstrated understanding of service and products within the hospitality industry.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and inspire a strong team.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all front-of-house operations including dining, bar, and banquet operations.
• Collaborate on member events, weddings, and tournaments.
• Maintain impeccable standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation.
• Provide mentorship and training to service staff.

Skills

Hospitality leadership experience

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Customer service

Job description

Position Overview

St. Thomas Golf & Country Club, one of Canada’s most distinguished private clubs, invites applications for the position of Assistant Food & Beverage Manager. This is a rare opportunity to assume a leadership role at a club with an esteemed history and a deep commitment to hospitality and service excellence.

The Club is seeking an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to lead all front of house operations including the dining, bar, and banquet operations of the Club; including all related administrative and people management responsibilities. This position calls for a candidate who values the balance of heritage and progress, and who can deliver superior member experiences across à la carte service, member dining, banquets, and Club events. This position reports to the Executive Chef.

About St. Thomas Golf & Country Club

Established in 1899 and reimagined through the expertise of Stanley Thompson in 1922, St. Thomas Golf & Country Club stands as a celebrated example of classic golf course architecture. Throughout its long history, the Club has hosted provincial, national, and international championships, cementing its reputation as one of Canada’s premier golfing destinations.

The Club is equally recognized for its welcoming community, traditional values, and elevated social experience.

Key Responsibilities

Event & Member Engagement

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef & Events & Communication Coordinator in the planning and execution of member events, weddings, and tournaments.
• Provide professional, responsive and friendly service to members & guests

Operations

• Responsible for all menu programming through JONAS POS system
• Responsible for all front-of-house staff scheduling
• Oversee all on-course F&B operations including beverage carts and halfway house
• Ensure monthly inventory counts are completed accurately
• Demonstrate complete and accurate knowledge of the full menu, wine and drink list, dessert menu, specials and buffet items
• Ensure impeccable standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
• Respond to all employee and member inquiries, complaints and issues with a sense of urgency.
• Handle complaints with professionalism and tact.Take action if possible or escalate to General Manager if required.
• Ensure appropriate room set up and that food and beverage served in a professional and timely manner by circulating within the venue and communicating with all F&B staff
• Make certain members are accurately charged for all items ordered and come to a mutually beneficial resolution to any discrepancies

Procurement & Fiscal Responsibility

• Select and secure the finest beverages and products through trusted suppliers, maintaining a commitment to consistency and quality.
• Monitor budgeting, inventory, and cost control, ensuring operations remain both effective and financially responsible.

Team Guidance & Development

• Provide mentorship, training, and direction to the service staff, cultivating an environment of professionalism, pride, and excellence.
• Support staff development and succession planning, ensuring the continuation of high standards within the front of house operations.

Other

• Enforce all Health & Safety policies and dining room / service procedures & standards
• Perform other duties as requested by the Executive Chef

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of hospitality leadership experience, preferably within a private club, hotel, or upscale dining establishment.
• Demonstrated understanding of service and products within the hospitality industry
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and inspire a strong team.
• Financial acumen with experience in cost control and budgeting.
• A deep respect for tradition, accompanied by a capacity for thoughtful innovation.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Attractive and Competitive Compensation Package
• Salary range of $50k - $55k
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits
• Retirement Savings Program Contributions
• Paid Annual Vacation Entitlement
• Discretionary Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Professional Development Support