Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Troon; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Complimentary parking

Golf privileges

Waterfront workplace

Job summary

Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club in Coral Gables, FL is seeking a full-time Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to lead dining, bar, and events. You’ll supervise service on the floor, coach staff, and partner with the culinary team to deliver warm, polished experiences for members and guests.

The role emphasizes scheduling, inventory, cost control, and training, with opportunities to contribute to private events and banquets.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of food and beverage supervisory experience in private clubs, luxury hotels, or upscale restaurants.
• Food Manager certification (e.g., ServSafe) and responsible alcohol service certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team.
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dining room, bar, and outlet operations to ensure exceptional service.
• Build relationships with members and anticipate their needs.
• Support banquets and events from planning through execution.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and coach front-of-house staff.
• Coordinate with culinary team to ensure kitchen-floor communication.
• Manage scheduling, inventory counts, and cost control.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest service

Communication

Wine & beverage knowledge

Scheduling

Education

ServSafe Food Manager

Responsible alcohol service certification

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management

Job description

Description

Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club, located in Coral Gables, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for aFull-Time Assistant Food & Beverage Manager! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part ofTroon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

About Us

Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club is a premier private club on Biscayne Bay, built around exceptional service, a strong sense of community, and a team that takes pride in taking care of its members and one another. We believe a great member experience starts with a great employee experience, and we're looking for a hospitality leader who shares that belief.

The Role

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager helps lead the club's dining, bar, and event operations, ensuring every member and guest receives warm, polished, consistent service. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll be on the floor with your team, supervising service, coaching staff, and solving problems in the moment, while also supporting the business side of the operation through scheduling, inventory, and cost control. We're looking for someone who is naturally positive, leads by example, and builds a team that enjoys working together.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Member Experience

• Oversee daily dining room, bar, and outlet operations, including opening and closing duties, to ensure exceptional service standards.
• Build genuine relationships with members, learning their names and preferences and anticipating their needs.
• Respond to member feedback and resolve service issues promptly and gracefully.
• Support banquets, private events, and club functions from planning through execution.
• Supervise, coach, and motivate front-of-house staff, including servers, bartenders, and support staff.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new team members.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and ongoing training on service standards, menu knowledge, and beverage offerings.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture and recognize great performance.

Operations & Cost Control

• Prepare staff schedules that balance service needs with labor budgets.
• Assist with beverage ordering, inventory counts, and cost control.
• Work closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth communication between kitchen and front of house.
• Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, safety, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Step in to manage the operation in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.

What We're Looking For

• 2–4 years of food and beverage supervisory experience, ideally in a private club, luxury hotel, or upscale restaurant.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and a natural, approachable, positive presence with members and staff.
• Must have a natural, confident personality, with the ability to talk easily with a wide variety of people on a range of subjects.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team.
• Solid knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and beverage service.
• An interest in wine and beverage procurement, bringing fresh ideas to the beverage program, driving sales, and creating memorable special events.
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, and POS systems.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to stay calm and composed during busy service.
• Food Manager certification (e.g., ServSafe) and responsible alcohol service certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as the club calendar requires.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

What We Offer

• Salary of $50,000–$60,000, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Complimentary parking
• Golf privileges on Mondays
• A beautiful waterfront workplace and a supportive, team-oriented culture

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

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

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 .

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