Assistant Manager, Food & Beverage

Position SummaryWe're looking for a driven and talented person to join our Clubhouse team. In this role, you will assist in the management of the Club's renowned food and beverage operation. The Assistant Manager will cultivate a positive and energized environment for our staff while creating positive and memorable experiences for the Club's members. The Assistant Manager will report directly to the Clubhouse Manager and will gain hands-on experience overseeing one of the industry's leading clubhouse operations.The Assistant Manager, as a strong and highly visible presence with the membership, must be an exceptional communicator, have excellent interactive personal skills, and have the maturity to know how to make members and guests feel that they are consistently being taken care of. They must convey these expectations to staff and motivate them to understand and execute those expectations.ABOUT THE CLUBFounded in 1895, just minutes from New York City in northern New Jersey, Baltusrol Golf Club remains true to its founder Louis Keller's bold vision to create a world class golf club befitting America's leading city. Baltusrol's two championship golf courses, both ranked among the top 100 in America by several major publications, have played distinguished roles on the national golf stage since their creation by architect A.W. Tillinghast. The Club has hosted 19 major championships in its history, and will again welcome the world's best golfers when it hosts the 2029 PGA Championship. In 2014, Baltusrol was designated a National Historic Landmark in recognition of its legacy in American golf. Over the course of its 128-year history, Baltusrol has also distinguished itself as an international leader in hospitality. In 2019, the clubhouse at Baltusrol was recognized as one of the greatest classic clubhouses in America by Golf Digest. Baltusrol has been ranked the #2 Platinum Golf Club in America by Club Leaders Forum since 2019, and was ranked the #6 Platinum Golf & Country Club in the World in 2024-25.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESManage dining areas and events including on-floor assignments, pre-shift meetings, and daily operations across all Club dining venuesDevelop and implement training programs for all food and beverage staffProduce a daily dining plan based on reservations, anticipated guest counts, and member needs.Ensure all staff adhere to the Club's standards for service and hospitalityOversee the hiring and onboarding of new employees, and provide staff with the resources necessary to succeedHold daily pre-shift meetings with teamOversee the set-up appearance and cleanliness of the Club's dining venuesMaintain a detailed and accurate Point of Sale systemCoordinate food service between kitchen and service staffWork closely with the Events team to execute private and Club-wide eventsProduce reporting dashboards that track dining covers, family meals, menu performanceEmphasize member engagement and be proactive in teaching the staff to anticipate member preferencesRegularly greet members by name and ensure consistent and exceptional Baltusrol serviceBuild a relationship with members through proactive and warm hospitalityKEY ATTRIBUTESEffective team building and leadership skillsCareer path-oriented work ethicAbility to engage members through thoughtful attention to detailExtensive food and beverage knowledge and experience in a dining/food and beverage settingStrong planning and administrative skillsInnate ability to connect and work with a diverse and talented staffExcellent communication skillsConfidence to remain calm and make sound decisions in dynamic situationsAbility to adapt to and enhance the Baltusrol experienceCANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONSAspiring general manager in the private club industryPassionate hospitality leader with strong ambition and a personality that aligns with Baltusrol's brandProven food and beverage leader who can manage their time and establish priorities to which they are accountableExtensive knowledge of wine, beer, and spiritsExperience in multi-dimensional í  la carte dining services, training, and service standardsPositive attitude, strong work ethic, and can handle a fast paced, high energy environment and membershipStrong verbal and written communications skills; comfortable speaking in front of a wide variety of groupsEDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONSCollege degree is preferred with a major in Hospitality and/or Business Management or an equivalent combination of related education and experiencePOSITION DETAILSFull-Time, SalaryLocation: In person (Springfield, New Jersey)Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekendsBENEFITS INFORMATION401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceHealth insuranceLife insuranceVision insurancePaid sick time and paid time offCompetitive payFree housing on Club propertyCMAA membershipContinuing Education AllowanceCareer Development OpportunitiesWe Consider Applicants for All Positions Based on Merit, Qualifications and Business Needs, And Without Regard to Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local LawInterested Applicants: Please send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to Phil Wheeler at pwheeler@

Created: 2025-02-17