Food and Beverage Director - Wood Ranch Golf Club

Director of Food & Beverage

Position Type: Full-Time
Reports to: General Manager
Location: Wood Ranch Golf Club Simi Valley CA

Position Summary

The Director of Food & Beverage is a strategic leadership position responsible for all culinary and service operations across the clubs dining venues private events and on-course hospitality. This individual ensures the highest levels of service quality and consistency while delivering memorable member and guest experiences. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for innovation team development and premium service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily food & beverage operations across the clubhouse banquets golf events and on-course services.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to maintain creative seasonal and club-appropriate menus.
• Ensure consistency in food quality presentation and service standards throughout all outlets.
• Implement and maintain health and safety protocols in accordance with regulatory standards.

Private Events & Member Functions

• Plan and execute high-touch member events private dinners weddings and tournaments.
• Collaborate with the Events Manager and culinary team on custom menus and event experiences.
• Manage food service logistics for both intimate and large-scale functions.

Team Management & Culture

• Hire train and lead a team of front- and back-of-house professionals.
• Create a positive team-oriented culture that emphasizes member satisfaction accountability and professional growth.
• Lead service training programs to elevate member engagement and service consistency.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage budgets labor costs inventory systems and vendor relationships.
• Analyze monthly financial statements to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost efficiency.
• Monitor ordering and inventory controls to minimize waste and manage food cost targets.

Culinary Partnerships & Innovation

• Collaborate with local purveyors and support seasonal farm-to-table principles where possible.
• Incorporate sustainable practices and promote estate-to-plate philosophies when relevant.
• Lead the creation of unique offerings such as wine pairings chefs table experiences and featured tasting menus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of senior-level food & beverage leadership experience in a club luxury hotel or high-end restaurant setting.
• Proven ability to lead both front-of-house and kitchen teams with a hands-on service-driven approach.
• Experience in private club operations strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of banquet and event execution logistics.
• Strong understanding of inventory cost control and labor management systems.
• Excellent organizational communication and leadership skills.
• ServSafe or Food Handler certification required; ServSafe Manager preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based annual bonus
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Dining and golf privileges
• Opportunity to shape and elevate a signature food & beverage program in a prestigious golf club environment

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.