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Assistant Food and Beverage Director at Bay Harbor… · Petoskey
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timePetoskey, MI
Job Description
The Assistant Food & Beverage Director is a year-round, working management position responsible for overseeing daily Food & Beverage operations, coordinating the seasonal management team, and ensuring consistent execution of Bay Harbor Yacht Club's service standards across all dining outlets. Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, the Assistant F&B Director will oversee staffing and scheduling, labor management, employee training and development, operational readiness, and service consistency. The Assistant F&B Director provides direct management coverage within dining outlets as needed while ensuring effective communication, operational accountability, and consistent execution of departmental objectives. The Assistant F&B Director will be expected to close clubhouse operations 1-3 days a week.
Bay Harbor Yacht Club, a private club located near Petoskey, MI, provides breathtaking views and exceptional service for both guests and members year-round. BHYC boasts several exquisite restaurants, multiple recreational outlets, and large event spaces, all situated on the Bay Harbor marina. We recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation which included expanded summer seasonal dining, a new Grille Room, State of the Art Fitness Center, Aquatics Center and a Relaxation Spa!
The BHYC Benefits Package for full-time, year-round employees includes:
- FREE employee meals- lunch and dinner program
- Discounts on BHYC Retail and Spa merchandise
- Employee referral program bonuses
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Uniform Attire
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental, Vision, Aflac
- Company paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 401K matching
If you are looking for a fun place to work with some of the best views in Northern Michigan, look no further than Bay Harbor Yacht Club!
Job Duties:
Departmental Operations:
- Oversee front-of-house service at Bay View Dining, Quarter Deck, and Beach House
- Supervise, coach, and coordinate seasonal managers to uphold club service standards policies and budget hours.
- Ensure each outlet is staffed, stocked, clean, organized, and service-ready; oversee opening, closing, security, side work, cleaning schedules, and equipment maintenance.
- Coordinate daily service with culinary, reservations, and banquet teams; establish operating priorities with the Director of Food & Beverage.
- Maintain a visible, welcoming presence with members; resolve service concerns and promptly communicate significant feedback to the Director of Food & Beverage.
- Promote hospitality, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with club policies and applicable food and beverage laws.
Staffing, Scheduling & Labor Management:
- Prepare and manage weekly outlet schedules, arranging coverage for absences, events, and changing operational needs.
- Monitor labor hours, overtime, and spending against budgets; improve labor efficiency without compromising service.
- Develop seasonal staffing plans and labor projections with the Director of Food & Beverage.
- Support arrival, documentation, onboarding, and integration of H-2B, J-1, and domestic seasonal employees.
Employee Training & Development:
- Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, and consistent training programs, service procedures, and required certifications; maintain training records.
- Coach and develop seasonal managers and service staff, including professional appearance and uniform standards.
- Lead or coordinate management meetings, staff training, and pre-shift meetings; assist with performance documentation and corrective action.
Administrative & Financial Responsibilities:
- Assist with budgets, labor forecasts, expense monitoring, department reporting, and assigned administrative projects.
- Review payroll, timecards, overtime, and scheduling discrepancies; maintain schedules, SOPs, training materials, and department records.
- Assist with inventory of front-of-house supplies, uniforms, equipment, china, glassware, silverware, and linens, to meet and support monthly beverage inventory.
- Oversee accurate POS procedures, daily closeouts, and tip distribution; maintain current POS expertise and train staff on system updates and operational changes.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on management coverage during peak periods, special events, and staffing shortages, support banquet operations, and coordination with event teams.
- Participate in departmental planning, operational improvements, seasonal transitions, and offseason training, inventory, and preparation for the next season.
- Manage Bay View Dining during off season.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Food & Beverage.
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- College degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred but not required.
- 5+ years of Food & Beverage or hospitality management experience required.
- Experience managing multiple dining outlets or high-volume hospitality operations preferred but not required.
- Private club or luxury hospitality experience preferred but not required.
- CMAA membership is preferred but not required.
- TIPS and/or ServSafe certification required or ability to obtain upon employment.
Job Competencies:
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding of labor management, scheduling, and financial accountability.
- Ability to prioritize operational and administrative responsibilities in a demanding environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent service standards.
- Flexibility to adapt to seasonal business fluctuations and changing operational needs.