Clubhouse Sommelier/Floor Manager - $90,000 at CHERRY HILLS COUNTRY CLUB – Cherry Hills Village, Colorado

Background:

Cherry Hills Country Club, founded in 1922, is a family friendly Club with over 690 members. Facilities include a renowned championship golf course, a full-service golf shop, driving range, practice facilities, halfway house, and Par 3 course: eight outdoor tennis courts incorporating two pickleball courts, tennis shop, a family pool complex with café, junior Olympic size swimming pool and an active children's club.

What we offer:

• 7 Paid Holidays
• Employee Meals
• Golf Privileges
• Free Uniforms
• Free and Easy Parking
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Coworker Referral Bonus
• Potential for Seasonal Bonus
• Holiday Bonus
• Employee of the Month

Job Requirements:

• Creates and maintains an energizing environment, with superior associates, dedicated to an attentive, distinctive food and beverage experience
• Develops training systems and continuing education programs. For example, wine pairing classes and spirits tutorials
• Creates an environment where associates are empowered to deliver an outstanding member and guest experience
• Identifies service issues and takes action to correct them
• Responsible for daily floor service with an emphasis on wine sales. Up-sell at all possible opportunities
• Controls/maximizes seating of the restaurant, bar and patio areas while maintaining high quality service
• Manage Wine society members needs and wine locker program
• Plans and executes functions or special receptions in rooms, suites, and boardrooms
• Works with Banquets Managers to deliver upscale guest packages and cost-effective product
• Ensures that product is handled correctly, recipes are adhered to, and cost control SOPs are in place for all beverage-related items
• Organizing requisition systems and acts as a liaison between the beverage teams and the kitchen-Uses Uncorked and Accuabar
• Utilizing purchasing team to order needed wines for Outlets and Bqts.
• Acts as a member of the management team and works to better communicate and facilitate successful services
• Controls usage of all food and beverage items and appropriate usage of equipment, tools, and service equipment
• Observes daily conditions of all physical facilities and equipment in the outlets; makes recommendations for corrections and improvements as needed
• Prepares associate schedules which allow for appropriate service while controlling labor costs and overtime
• Serve as a role model and set a positive example for the entire team in all aspects of business and personnel management
• Prepare qualified employees for promotion to the next position and continually develop all employees to improve performance; create a culture that promotes from within
• Evaluate each employee's performance based on clearly communicated standards and expectations and hold the employees accountable for performance
• Enforce all labor laws (federal, state, and local)
• Thorough understanding of all food and beverage items offered, including ingredients, methods of preparation and proper service.
• Expert knowledge of wine (Level 2 sommelier preferred) with ability to make pairing suggestions
• Expert knowledge of spirits and craft cocktails, craft beer knowledge a plus
• Responsible for inventories directly involved with the operation of the Food and Beverage but specifically with regards to beverage
• Responsible for maintaining a monthly target combined beverage cost (liquor/beer/wine) as set by the director of F&B and financial controller
• Oversee maintenance / cleanliness of all decanters, wine stations and all storage areas pertaining to wine
• Thorough understanding of the computer system in ringing, printing, and closing checks as well as shift reports
• Knowledge of budget preparation and cost controls
• Works with Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and other team members to design concepts, menus, beverage lists
• Works with Executive Chef, Sous Chefs and Director of Food and Beverage to deliver the BOH message and vision to the FOH staff

Additional Requirements:

• The nature of our business dictates that Club employees are often required to work on holidays, including Easter, Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve.
• Cooperates fully with other Club departments, managers, and staff to provide the membership with outstanding Club experience and performs other duties as required.
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency of the English language
• Two years of food and beverage experience in reputable establishments
• Thorough understanding of excellent service, labor control, maintenance, and accounting
• Computer literate
• Outstanding verbal and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent knowledge of food, wine, and cocktails
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain Alcohol Awareness certification, Food Handlers Certification

Standards:

• Self-motivation and focus
• Demonstrate high degree of drive and determination, have a competitive spirit
• Constantly recommend service and product improvement to better the operation
• Attend all required meetings and arrive on time or early
• Follow proper payroll and uniform procedures
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards
• Assist with responsibilities and duties in other departments and as assigned by management
• Due to the cyclical nature of the club industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the club

Work Environment & Physical Demand:

• Upscale club environment
• Professional, passionate, and positive work environment
• Continuous standing and walking
• Fine motor coordination is needed to pour beverages, decorate cocktails, and fold napkins
• Carts: 250 lbs. (12-20 lbs. of push/pull force required)
• Hot box: 20 lbs.
• Lifting and carrying 25 lb. tray, crate or box is occasional
• Negotiating varied floor surfaces is continuous
• Carrying stackable chairs by loading the cart continuously.
• Excellent sight and balance needed for negotiating varied floor surfaces, handling lighted candles, and handling hot fluids (coffee and tea)
• Excellent speech and hearing to interact with guests

Compensation & Benefits:

This position is a full-time year-round position offered at $80,000. ?Full-time eligible employees will be offered health benefits (including medical, dental, vision, Life & disability etc.), 401(k) upon hire (match after waiting period), seven paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick pay (after meeting eligibility waiting period.)

**Cherry Hills Country Club is an equal opportunity employer. Background screening is conducted in conjunction with this hiring process.