Food and Beverage Manager - Glen Kernan

Join Our Team at the “New” Glen Kernan Club – Exciting opportunities in Food and Beverage!

Glen Kernan Club is excited to announce an exceptional career opportunity of Food and Beverage Manager.

Nestled within Jacksonville’s premier landscape for over two decades, Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club is embarking on an extraordinary transformation into the "New" Glen Kernan Club. Honoring the Club’s rich legacy, we are redefining exclusivity with a bold vision that blends tradition with cutting-edge innovation.

In 2025, Glen Kernan Club will unveil its rejuvenated clubhouse, redesigned golf course, and revitalized resort-style athletic park, setting the stage for an unparalleled ultra-private Club experience in Jacksonville.

As we embark on this exciting journey, we are looking for passionate, talented individuals to join our Food & Beverage team. This is more than just a career opportunity; it's a chance to shape the future of hospitality at one of Jacksonville's most prestigious Clubs. Tee up your career at Glen Kernan Club and become a part of a team dedicated to breaking the mold and delivering excellence in every guest interaction.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Club offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid time off.

Our Culture and Values provides Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Job title: Food and Beverage Manager

Reports to: F&B Director

Classification: May be hourly or salary, full-time, part-time, exempt or nonexempt

Working Hours: As required

Job purpose

Provide excellence in products, services, cost controls and sales in all areas of the Food & Beverage Operation such as: Dining Room, Kitchen, Patio, Lounge, and on the Beverage Cart.

Duties and responsibilities

• Participate in the responsibility to hire, direct and supervise F&B team members.
• Responsible for leading and overseeing the training of team members, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to provide outstanding service and maintain the club’s high standards.
• Maintain beverage procurement guidelines, Liquor Control Board requirements and observe responsible alcohol beverage service to protect from liability.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all F&B areas.
• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Attend and participate in the weekly department and other periodic team member meetings.
• Plan, organize and manage daily activity.
• Manage and monitor daily accurate activity and financial requirements, ordering of products, stock levels and monthly inventory.
• Conduct daily walk-through to ensure the facility is safe and presentable and that courtesy and efficiency are being exercised throughout.
• Protect the assets of the Club.
• Operate within the guidelines, policies, standards and constraints as established by Hampton Golf.
• Maintain Food Handlers Certificate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Food & Beverage management or related roles, with a strong understanding of operations and team leadership.
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, and training skills with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
• Proficient in using F&B management software and technology
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with team members, management, and guests.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and problem-solving skills.

Working conditions

Work is primarily indoors. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any on-the-job related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability

Physical requirements

Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitor and develop subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.

Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up 50 lbs., and up to 30 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting. Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive and other equipment that may weigh 30 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes.

Direct reports

Front and back of house team members.