Director of Food and Beverage

The Union League of Philadelphia; Whitemarsh Township (Montgomery County); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee meals

Descripción de la vacante

The Union League Liberty Hill is seeking an experienced Director of Food and Beverage to lead a diverse operation including à la carte dining, banquets, and beverage programs. This role reports to the General Manager and manages a team across multiple culinary and service areas to deliver outstanding member and guest experiences at the fast-growing property.

Focused on driving revenue, controlling costs, and fostering a hospitality-first culture, the Director will partner with Culinary, Private

Formación

• Experience leading food & beverage teams in a multi-unit environment.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and P&L.
• Strong hospitality and guest-service mindset.
• Experience with private clubs or high-volume events.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership and development for F&B managers and teams.
• Oversee banquets, weddings, corporate events, and member functions with cross-department collaboration.
• Direct À la Carte dining and member experience to ensure consistent service and satisfaction.
• Guide Beverage program, pricing, inventory controls, and profitability.
• Own F&B budgets, forecasts, labor, and cost controls; review monthly KPI results.
• Oversee administration, training, licensing, and regulatory compliance across the operation.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Budgeting & P&L

People development

Operations management

Vendor relations

Herramientas

Jonas

SevenRooms

ADP

Descripción del empleo

Position: Union League Liberty Hill Director of Food and Beverage
Reports to: General Manager
Department: Food and Beverage
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Position Overview

The Union League Liberty Hill is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and highly motivated Director of Food and Beverage to lead our diverse food and beverage operations. This is a unique opportunity to join The Union League of Philadelphia and play a key leadership role at its fastest growing property.
The Director of Food and Beverage is responsible for overseeing approximately $11 million in annual food and beverage revenue, encompassing à la carte dining, banquets, private events, member functions, and beverage operations throughout the property.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, this position provides leadership and direction to a team of managers, including À La Carte Managers, the Banquet Director, Beverage Manager, and other food and beverage leaders.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on, self-motivated leader with a proven ability to develop managers, build strong teams, drive financial performance, and consistently exceed member and guest expectations. This individual must balance operational excellence with financial accountability while fostering a culture of hospitality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

About The Union League Liberty Hill

The Union League Liberty Hill is one of The Union League of Philadelphia’s distinguished Companion Amenities, offering members an exceptional combination of golf, dining, lodging, private events, recreation, and hospitality.

Located on approximately 310 acres in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, the property features an 18-hole Gary Player-designed golf course, extensive practice facilities, a 118-room Lodge, and a diverse collection of dining and event spaces.

Dining experiences include Grays, our casual golf clubhouse restaurant, and Marquis by Denny Santiago, offering an elevated culinary experience. Liberty Hill also hosts an extensive calendar of weddings, corporate functions, private celebrations, and member events.

With continued investment in the property, including a significant ballroom expansion and enhanced event facilities, Liberty Hill is entering an exciting period of growth. The Director of Food and Beverage will play an integral role in shaping the future of our hospitality operations and delivering exceptional experiences to our members and guests.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Team Development

• Lead and develop food and beverage managers, setting clear goals, service expectations, and accountability for results.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance coaching, and retention across the department.
• Build a collaborative, hospitality-focused culture with consistent standards and follow-through.
• Partner with Culinary, Private Events, Golf, Lodge, and other departments to deliver seamless service.
• Address employee performance issues promptly and work with HR as appropriate.
• Maintain a visible, engaged presence during peak dining periods, major events, and high-volume operations.

Banquets and Private Events

• Oversee banquet and event service for weddings, corporate functions, private celebrations, and member events.
• Partner with the Banquet Director, Executive Chef, and Private Events team on planning and execution.
• Work with Banquet Director to establish staffing models, service sequences, setup procedures, and consistent banquet service standards.
• Monitor event labor, productivity, expenses, and profitability without compromising the guest experience.
• Improve communication between front-of-house, culinary, and sales teams before and during events.
• Identify opportunities to grow event revenue, improve offerings, and maximize event-space utilization.

À La Carte Dining and Member Experience

• Oversee À La Carte dining operations, ensuring welcoming ambiance, consistent service, and member satisfaction.
• Coach À La Carte Managers to foster a hospitality-driven, member-centric culture focused on personalized service, consistency, and exceptional member experiences.
• Build relationships with members and respond thoughtfully and promptly to feedback or concerns.
• Partner with Culinary on menus and dining experiences that reflect member preferences.
• Work with Marketing and Member Events to promote dining, programming, and member participation.
• Use surveys, reservation data, and member feedback to improve service, seating utilization, and revenue.

Beverage Program

• Guide the Beverage Manager in developing wine, beer, spirits, and cocktail offerings suited to our members.
• Oversee beverage purchasing, pricing, inventory controls, cost management, and profitability.
• Monitor beverage trends and coordinate standards and offerings with other Union League properties.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service, staff training, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Financial Management and Accountability

• Own departmental budgets, forecasts, labor management, and P&L performance across $11 million in annual F&B operations.
• Review monthly financial statements and key performance indicators; explain results to department leaders.
• Holdmanagement team accountable for labor, purchasing, inventory, productivity, and cost controls.
• Set measurable departmental goals and implement corrective action when performance falls short.
• Evaluate vendor relationships and purchasing practices to secure value while maintaining quality.
• Report financial performance to the General Manager and identify revenue and efficiency opportunities.

Administration and Club Operations

• Ensure dining and event facilities are clean, safe, organized, and properly maintained with Engineering.
• Oversee required training, certifications, licensing, and food and beverage regulatory compliance.
• Use Jonas, SevenRooms, ADP, inventory systems, and other technology, such as our proprietary AI solutions, to improve decisions and efficiency.
• Participate in management meetings, club-wide planning, and long-term food and beverage initiatives.
• Lead the Food and Beverage Committee along with a member chair.

Work Schedule and Expectations

This is a full-time, salaried leadership position requiring a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The Director of Food and Beverage is expected to maintain a strong
operational presence during key member events, major holidays, and peak business periods.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Employee meals
• Energetic, multi-faceted, team-oriented work atmosphere
• Exposure to a national market
• Opportunities for promotion from within
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a premier private club environment