Seasonal Food & Beverage Pool Cafe Manager
May (Weekends Only until Memorial Day Weekend) - September
Position Overview
Green Tree Country Club is seeking an energetic, hospitality-driven Seasonal Pool Café Manager to lead all food and beverage operations at our Pool Café during the high-volume summer season. This role is responsible for delivering a safe, efficient, and member-focused experience while maintaining strong financial controls, team leadership, and operational excellence.
Our pool is a centerpiece of family activity at the Club. The ideal candidate understands that the Pool Café is not just a concession stand — it is a revenue center, a brand touchpoint, and a key driver of family engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
• Build weekly schedules aligned with projected volume and labor targets
• Provide hands-on coaching to ensure high service standards
• Lead daily pre-shift meetings to set expectations and drive performance
• Maintain accountability and morale in a fast-paced environment
Member Experience
• Deliver prompt, friendly, and professional service to members and guests
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment
• Monitor service times and food quality during peak periods
• Proactively engage families to enhance the pool experience
Financial & Operational Management
• Manage daily sales, labor, and cost controls
• Monitor prime cost (labor + cost of goods) to meet budget targets
• Conduct weekly inventory and ordering to control waste and shrinkage
• Ensure accurate POS use and proper cash handling procedures
• Execute upselling initiatives and seasonal promotions
Food Safety & Compliance
• Enforce all health department and food safety standards
• Ensure ServSafe compliance and proper food handling procedures
• Maintain clean equipment, storage areas, and service stations
• Coordinate with Culinary team for product quality and consistency
Programming & Revenue Growth
• Assist with themed pool events, family nights, and holiday programming
• Implement beverage features, grab-and-go options, and specialty promotions
• Support creative initiatives that increase member participation and spend per visit
Qualifications
• Minimum 2–3 years of food & beverage supervisory experience
• High-volume, fast-paced environment experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Working knowledge of POS systems and inventory controls
• Food safety certification (or ability to obtain prior to season start)
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during peak season
Preferred Experience
• Bartending experience preferred
• Experience supervising high school or college-aged seasonal staff
• This role is ideal for teachers, coaches, or hospitality professionals seeking a high-impact summer leadership position
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Comfortable working outdoors in summer heat conditions
Performance Expectations
Success in this role will be measured by:
• Member satisfaction
• Team retention throughout the season
• Cleanliness and operational standards