Food and Beverage Manager

About the role

Reporting to the General Manager, you'll run the day-to-day operation of the clubhouse, F&B and bar. You'll lead the F&B team, set the service standard across every shift, and keep the kitchen, bar and POS side of the business running smoothly, safely and profitably. Part hospitality operator, part host to a golfing community, you'll have real scope to shape menus, systems and team culture in a venue that blends golf with entertainment.

Key responsibilities

• Run daily food and beverage operations across the bar, dining areas and clubhouse

• Plan, assign and direct work — including rosters — so golfers, clubhouse patrons and dining customers are served efficiently, and labour costs stay under control

• Hold consistent, high-quality service standards across every shift

• Manage stock control, ordering and supplier relationships, keeping supplies and equipment adequate in quantity and quality and sourced cost-effectively

• Resolve complaints well and solve problems on your feet

• Maintain high-quality food and beverage offerings that meet health and hygiene standards

• Work with the chef on a menu that suits golfers and other clubhouse patrons

• Select, supervise and train the F&B team, run inductions and ongoing training, including RSA compliance

• Meet RSA, food safety and WHS obligations in full, keep accurate records for food safety and liquor licensing, and carry out regular safety and compliance checks

• Work with the General Manager to deliver the Club's strategy and hit budget and financial targets, support F&B budgeting and forecasting, track sales performance and manage stocktakes, wastage control and COGS

About you

• Proven experience as a Food and Beverage Manager, Venue Manager or in a comparable leadership role

• Current RSA certification — non-negotiable

• Strong people management and rostering skills

• Sound working knowledge of food safety and liquor licensing requirements

• Excellent communication and organisational skills, and a level head under pressure

• Experience in golf, sport, hospitality or recreation venues, which we'd regard highly

Benefits

• The chance to leave your mark on the F&B department

• A high-impact role working directly with the General Manager

• Training and career development opportunities

• A supportive team at one of Canberra's premier golf and entertainment venues