Director of Food & Beverage

Esplanade by the Islands, located in Naples, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Director of Food & Beverage! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to contribute and grow within a fast‑paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. Compensation: $109,000 - $119,000 annually, based on experience. General Responsibilities: The Director of Food & Beverage has oversight of all aspects of Food and Beverage operations including the Culinary Center, Bahama Bar Poolside Café, Special Events, Catering, and facility upkeep. Ensures Member, Resident, and Guest satisfaction through creative programming and offerings along with balancing revenue production event and bottom-line financial performance of the Food and Beverage Departments. Oversees hiring and training of F&B staff, seasonal staff, and partners with Chef on menus, specials, and catering deals. Essential Duties:

• Assists with interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Assists in the management of department members that may include, but is not limited to: Servers, Reservationist, Runners, Bartenders, Hosts, Banquet, Building Maintenance.
• Assist with budget preparation in all Food and Beverage related areas.
• Reviews current day's business levels in all operations and assigns priorities as needed.
• Relays pertinent information to key staff including, Executive Chef, Beverage Manager, Dining Manager, Executive Offices, Concierge, and Membership Office as needed.
• Assists General Manager in monitoring success of Food and Beverage related departments and associates, including semi-annual performance reviews, as needed.
• Conducts regular staff meetings with colleagues, subordinates and related parties.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Assists in developing ongoing training programs.
• Prepares and monitors quarterly revenue goals and expenses as well as generating various (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual) business volume reports and forecasts.
• Responsible for pre-approving, receiving and ultimate inventory control for all Food and Beverage related areas.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from four-year college or university; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

• Knowledge hospitality POS system application, hardware, software and menu programming.
• Experience in Multi-faceted Food and Beverage operations.

Other Qualifications:

• Possesses strong leadership, hospitality and human relations skills.
• Presents a professional appearance and demeanor in all exchanges.
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have excellent organizational and time management skills, along with the ability to coordinate details and prioritize the work on a daily and weekly basis.
• Exceptional knowledge of wine is desired.

• WSET Level 1 or higher, preferred.

• Level 1 Sommelier or higher, preferred. 

• Cicerone 

• SERV Safe Certified 

• Adult First Aid, CPR/AED

Benefits & Other Compensation: This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older).
• Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria.

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion. About Troon: Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.