Deputy Food & Beverage Manager

The Essex Golf and Country Club Limited; Earls Colne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium golf and country club in Earls Colne seeks a Deputy Food & Beverage Manager to oversee dining operations and ensure exceptional service. The ideal candidate will have experience in management and financial skills alongside excellent people management abilities. The role involves driving commercial performance and maintaining high-quality dining experiences for guests.

Benefits

Complimentary access to health club

Bonus holiday days

Wedding Day off

Birthday Day off

Paid Volunteer Day

70% off meals while on duty

25% off retail

Employee Assistance Programme

Personal development programs

Free parking

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in Food & Beverage management desired.
• Financial skills in budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent people management or supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food and beverage operations and maintain high service standards.
• Assist in driving commercial performance and controlling costs.
• Support team development and collaborate with senior management.

Skills

Food & Beverage management

Budgeting

Cost control

Sales analysis

People management

Strong communication

Inventory management

Supplier relations

Job description

About Us

The Club Company is a premium collection of 18 golf and country clubs across the UK. We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a complete lifestyle. Our clubs feature championship standard golf courses, fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, bars, eateries and accommodation. Our locations are what set us apart; beautiful grounds, picturesque views, and space to create that feel-good environment.

Our Mission

Our mission is to be the premier collection of golf and country clubs in the UK, offering members a feel-good experience through health and wellness, golf and more. To us, nothing beats spending time at one of our clubs. We’re hugely proud of our facilities and the experience on offer and continuously strive to maintain the highest levels of service and standards.

CARE Values

Caring – we are hosts with heart, helpful and respectful to customers – putting people first.

Ambitious – we are enterprising, fearless to reach the result and innovating – never giving up.

Respectful – we are considerate, establishing the needs of others, working efficiently and caring about high standards – with great attention to detail.

Energised – we are smile seekers, setting a positive tone and enjoying what we do! Happy to be at work and enthusiastic within a feel good environment.

Benefits

• Complimentary access to our health club, group exercise classes, and golf facilities.
• Bonus holiday days to reward long tenure – because we truly value commitment.
• Wedding Day off (conditions apply).
• Birthday Day off (conditions apply).
• A paid Volunteer Day to support causes you’re passionate about (available after one year’s service).
• 70% off meals while on duty and 25% off when off‑duty.
• 25% off retail.
• 25% off spa treatments (if booked and taken on the day).
• Discounted membership for a friend or family member, so your loved ones can enjoy the benefits too (available after probation and on a minimum 16 hours per week contract).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering support for any challenges you may face.
• Personal development programs to support growth and for the considerable opportunities in our expanding group.
• Take advantage of our Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute.
• Exclusive competition opportunities for team members with a golf handicap.
• Wagestream, offering financial flexibility.
• Free parking.
• Uniform provided.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Deputy Food & Beverage Manager to support the management of our food and beverage operations. You’ll help lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional service and memorable experiences.

As Deputy Food & Beverage Manager, you’ll oversee multiple dining areas, working closely with the Food & Beverage Manager to maintain and exceed high service standards. You’ll oversee the entire spectrum of the food and beverage operations and assist in driving commercial performance, control costs, recruitment and optimise revenue – whilst ensuring our members and guests receive high quality dining experiences.

Your role includes supporting the management of inventory, supplier relationships and facility upkeep. Additionally, you’ll assist with monitoring rotas and payroll and support team development with continuous collaboration with senior management.

Experience & Skills Required

• Experience in Food & Beverage management desired.
• Financial skills in budgeting, cost control, and sales analysis desired.
• Excellent people management or supervisory skills, with a focus on recruitment, training, and performance.
• Ability to exemplify exceptional service standards and exceed guest expectations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience in inventory management and supplier relations an advantage.

Schedule

• We operate a 7‑days a week business, between 0600 to 2300.
• Shift patterns will vary as per business requirements and encompass all opening hours – weekends and bank holidays.
• Evening availability for functions (until 0200).

Embracing You

We embrace diversity and equality, we are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views. Everyone is welcome, as an inclusive workplace, our team are comfortable bringing their authentic whole selves to work.

Be yourself – we like it that way!