Food and Beverage Manager

The Center Club

With sweeping views of Baltimore's famous Inner Harbor, The Center Club is a vibrant 5-star private club that appeals to those looking for a place to conduct business and enjoy social activities. Just blocks away from Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium, we are recognized as one of the Top 50 city clubs in America. In addition to gourmet cuisine, the club is dedicated to curating interesting experiences from monthly wine and cocktail tastings to talks by notable local thought leaders making The Center Club a unique place to work.

Position Overview

The Food & Beverage Manager position is best suited for someone who has in-depth knowledge of club/restaurant operations and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously while remaining calm and professional. The Food & Beverage Manager is expected to be a polished, personable, positive and enthusiastic face for the daily club operations. The incumbent should be comfortable conversing and interacting in both back and front of house settings as she or he interfaces with diverse constituencies (members, guests, employees, vendors) throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Takes complete ownership of the beverage program and work to ensure that all cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages are prepared and presented with the highest level of quality.
• Plan for upcoming club events and banquets and communicate needs and requirements to other managers, administrative staff, and employees well in advance.
• Train bartenders and other dining room staff; provide feedback and support to employees with the goal of providing exemplary service to all members and guests.
• Develops and implements programs to increase revenues through repeat business and higher check averages.
• Oversees inventory management.
• Manage within budgetary restraints.
• Support the mission, vision, values of The Center Club in every interaction and decision.
• Assist in meeting or exceeding established sales, revenue, and profitability goals.
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism, respect, and accountability by providing a strong floor presence, guiding and leading the staff in gracious hospitality operations.
• Ensure the integrity and operational functionality of all POS and security/safety systems.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and assist Assistant General Manager as directed.

Education and Experience

• Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts degree is preferred.
• Minimum of four years of experience in a management capacity for a club or restaurant.
• Alcoholic beverage certification preferred.
• Food safety certification preferred.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectation

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and decorum while operating in fast paced environment.
• Food and beverage cost controls and operating procedures.
• Demonstration of excellent team leadership skills.
• Strong ability to motivate and establish a teamwork environment.
• In depth knowledge of club/restaurant operations
• Scheduling flexibility including night, weekend, and holiday availability mandatory.
• Ability to consistently deliver exceptionally high levels of customer service.
• Polished, professional appearance and presentation.
• Effective communication through all department levels and throughout club.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be reliable, poised and confident in being a key representative of The Center Club.

What The Center Club Offers

• Competitive pay and benefits. This role has a pay range between $60,000 – $75,000 annually.
• Paid Parking
• Full-time, with Sundays and Mondays off.
• Welcoming, professional work environment
• Chef prepared meals

Benefits at a glance:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

The Center Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity