Beverage Manager

Job Title: Beverage Manager
Location: Army Navy Country Club
Department: Food and Beverage
Reports To: Director of Clubhouse Operations  

 

About Army Navy Country Club:

Army Navy Country Club is a prestigious private, member-owned institution with a history dating back to 1924. Spanning 488 acres across two campuses located in Arlington and Fairfax, Virginia. The Club provides employees with opportunities to contribute to essential operations. 

Job Summary:

As Beverage Manager at Army Navy Country Club, you'll oversee all aspects of our beverage program, ensuring exceptional service and top-quality offerings for our members and guests. Key responsibilities include overseeing the Club’s beverage program and active wine club.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all beverage programs throughout the club (includes restaurant outlets and banquet operations)
• Must be knowledgeable about the latest industry trends in wine, beer, alcohol and N/A beverages
• Oversee the ANCC Wine Club
  • Around 400 members
  • 12 wine events throughout the year (including tastings, wine dinners, etc.)
  • Handle off premise wine sales 
• Manage beverage vendor relationships
• Work closely with Banquet and Restaurant Managers in the day-to-day operations of the Food and Beverage Department
• Oversee line-level staff in day-to-day operations in the Food and Beverage Department when needed (including but not limited to preparation, service, breakdown, and cleaning)
• Maintain culture of respect among all staff, supervisors, and management team
• Maintain strong lines of communication between FOH and BOH teams
• Facilitate training on service steps and beverage concepts
• Establish oneself as a resource for event hosts and sponsors
• Perform monthly inventory
• Assist Managers in interviews, onboarding and training new staff as needed
• Ensure safety, quality and operable stock of equipment and product
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule
• Show desire to learn and grow within the Club
• Other duties as assigned include covering for Banquet and Restaurant managers when they are out of office

 

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to push, pull, and lift 50 pounds
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate computer systems including but not limited to POS terminals and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work holidays, early mornings, late nights, weekends, and extended hours

 

Education and Experience:

• Prior wine education and experience strongly preferred
• Prior experience in club, hotel or restaurant operations management strongly preferred
• Degree or certificate in hospitality management preferred 

Compensation:

• Annual Salary
• Annual Holiday Appreciation Fund

 

BENEFITS
 Army Navy Country Club places a strong emphasis on the well-being of its staff, offering comprehensive benefits designed to support a balanced and fulfilling career.

• Group Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Club-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Matching Contributions
• Complimentary Meals
• Club-sponsored Staff Events
• Five Star Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Appreciation Fund – A holiday gift to employees funded solely from voluntary contributions made by Members of the Club

 

Army Navy Country Club is an EEO

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)