Position Summary The Service Director / Dining Room Manager is the senior front-of-house leader responsible for delivering a refined, welcoming, and highly personalized dining experience for the Members of Sewickley Heights Golf Club. This role sets the standard for service culture, professionalism, and hospitality across all dining outlets, while leading, training, and developing the service team.
This position is highly visible, member-facing, and hands-on, requiring a polished hospitality professional who understands the traditions and expectations of a premier private club while embracing modern service standards.
Core Purpose of the Role
Elevate the Member dining experienceEstablish clear and consistent service standardsDevelop a professional, engaged service teamServe as a trusted ambassador between Members, staff, and leadership
Primary Responsibilities – Member Experience & Service Culture
Serve as the primary front-of-house ambassador for SHGC dining operationsMaintain a consistent presence on the dining room floor during peak periodsBuild relationships with Members, learning names and preferencesLead service recovery efforts promptly and professionallyActively solicit and respond to Member feedback
Dining Room Operations
Oversee daily à la carte dining and event operations as neededManage reservations, pacing, and dining room flowEnsure dining spaces are staged and service-readyEnforce uniform and grooming standardsCoordinate closely with the Executive Chef
Staff Leadership & Training
Recruit, onboard, and train service staffLead pre-shift meetings and service briefingsDevelop and enforce service SOPsMentor Captains and senior staffSchedule staff efficiently
Events & Club Functions
Oversee front-of-house execution for member eventsCollaborate on staffing and run-of-show executionMaintain consistent standards across all events
Administrative & Financial Oversight
Assist with labor managementMonitor service supplies and equipmentMaintain service logs and documentationParticipate in planning and evaluations
Qualifications
Required
Minimum 5 years of front-of-house management experienceStrong leadership and communication skillsDeep understanding of private club service standards
Preferred
Private club experienceWine or service educationPOS and club system experience
Measures of Success
Positive Member dining feedbackStrong staff retentionConsistent service executionAlignment with SHGC culture and standards
Benefits
Simple IRA
Simple IRA Matching
Dental Insurance
Employee Discount
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance