Food and Beverage Manager

Burl Oaks Golf Club, located in Minnetrista, MN, was established in 1970 and is a fun, welcoming, family-oriented, private golf club just 25 minutes west of Minneapolis. The Club boasts a friendly & comfortable clubhouse featuring a full service bar, restaurant, golf shop, and space for special events. Burl Oaks is currently undergoing a complete course renovation, led by renowned golf architect Jay Blasi, which will be fully open in 2027. The renovation will feature a championship 18-hole golf course, an expended outdoor practice facility, and a 9-hole short course. Burl Oaks is committed to constantly improving the member experience and is looking to the future. We currently have 275 golf members and 40 social members, and we are growing! As a member of our staff, the Food & Beverage Manager will join a positive and warm culture rooted in service to our members, teamwork, fun, and professionalism. The Club requires a Food & Beverage Manager that possesses a desire to elevate all areas of our food and beverage operations. This is achieved by seeking input and feedback from our members and teammates and consistently having the desire to innovate with a total focus on enhancing the member experience. The Food & Beverage Manager will oversee all Front of House staff (servers, bartenders, and beverage cart service staff) and be responsible for service standards, events execution, scheduling, and operational compliance, with input from membership, the food & beverage committee, and management. The Food & Beverage Manager will effectively interact with Club members on a regular basis, soliciting feedback and maintaining a visible, engaged presence around the Club, and will facilitate a strong partnership between front and back of house staff. The Role: ● Foster a team environment where all team members can fulfill their respective duties in order to provide maximum flexibility and high quality ● Will lead by example, be willing to help in any area and assist with any task required at the time. ● Must be comfortable leading and managing front of house teammates, as well as possess the confidence and skill to interact with Club members during both high volume and low volume times alike. The Food & Beverage Manager is the key face and personality that represents food and beverage operations to our members. ● Responsible for hiring, training and evaluation of front of house employees. Develop, implement and monitor effective training program for all staff to ensure consistency with all member dining experiences, convey day-to-day expectations for all positions, and maintain effective working relationships between front of house and back of house teams. ● Inject new energy and excitement into our events seasonally and monitor trends while maintaining a dining experience that appeals to the membership base so that Burl Oaks remains their “dining venue of choice.” ● Coordinate all bar purchasing, ensuring optimal pricing. ● Prepare annual capital request outline, describing capital needs and explaining rationale for requested purchases. ● Be personally responsible for all aspects of the dining room and events budget, including expenses, labor, and product costs. Review opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining and/or increasing member satisfaction. ● Maintain a motivating and productive team-oriented environment. ● Must be an exceptional communicator and possess the interpersonal skills to instinctively know how to exceed member and guest expectations. ● Embody a high energy, outgoing, approachable attitude and presence at all times. ● Develop professional relationships with members and their families. Learn their names, likes and dislikes to better perform duties and serve the membership. ● Attend management and staff meetings, bringing new ideas on how to enhance the overall Club experience, while collaborating with other department managers on how we as a team can improve. ● Perform other duties as required. Preferred Qualifications and Other: ● Minimum 5 years progressive experience in food service management within restaurants or fine dining establishments. ● Strong supervisory skills with a background in hospitality or restaurant management. ● Excellent team management skills including interviewing, training & development, and shift supervision. ● Knowledge of inventory control, budgeting, and proficiency with POS systems. ● Ability to lead with energy, enthusiasm, and a customer-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. Join us as our Food and Beverage Manager to create memorable dining experiences while leading a passionate team dedicated to excellence! ● Due to the nature of our business, the schedule varies based on Club activities. Longer hours are expected during the high season including nights and weekends. Direct Supervisor: General Manager Position Type: Full-time, available March 1, 2026. Includes an excellent bonus and benefits package. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. How to Apply: Please email Director of Clubhouse Operations Lisa Wagner with resume and salary requirements to lwagner@burloaksgolfclub.com. No calls or agencies please. Burl Oaks is an equal opportunity employer. Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: • Employee discount • Health insurance • Paid time off • Paid training Work Location: In person