Beach Club Director

ABOUT BAY COLONY BEACH CLUB

The Beach Club is part of Bay Colony Community Association (BCCA) a private, gated community situated on two hundred acres on the Gulf of Mexico. The community consists of five (5) neighborhoods and eleven (11) luxury condominiums, with 940 doors. Among the amenities within Bay Colony is the private upscale 14,000 square foot Beach Club. 

The Beach Club overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and is located within Pelican Bay. Key elements include: 

• $3M revenue budget. 
• The Gulf Room seats eighty-six and includes unique dining ‘pods’ for privacy and perfect views. This room includes a private dining area that seats approximately twenty for more intimate dinners. 
• Middle Shores is an area seating thirty-eight, the “in-between” area between the casual bar dining and the Gulf Room. 
• Casual dining and bar. The bar seats fourteen and the casual area seats fifty-four. In the busy season, many tables are available for reservations and the balance are ‘walk-in’ only. In the off season, May-October walk-ins are permitted and encouraged.
• The Sunset Terrace is a recent addition and seats thirty-eight.  A permanent roof, screens, fans, and heaters make this venue available in most any weather conditions.
• Lunch and dinner are served 7 days and 6 nights, respectively, November-April. During the off season, the schedule changes to 6 days for lunch and 4 nights for dinner in May and then 5 days for lunch and 2 nights for dinner, June-October. There are perfect views of the Gulf of Mexico available from every area inside the Beach Club.
• The Chickee Bar and Pool Deck seat 130 and offer lunch on the same schedule as the indoor venues, with Happy Hour on Tuesday evenings. Opportunities for casual dining between lunch and dinner at the Chickee bar are available during season. 
• The Beach is a private beach that offers a full-service bar and lunch. The beach operation, several weeks during season, serves over 550 residents and their families; during these busy, peak times we offer a Beach BBQ to accommodate the heavy demand.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Beach Club Director will oversee all front-of-the-house operations, including food and beverage (F&B) and pool and beach management, administration, facilities, and valet services. The Beach Club Director will also work in tandem with the culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operational Management: Overseeing daily operations, including front-of-house (F&B, pool, beach, valet, administration, and facilities).
• Staff Management: Recruiting, training, mentoring, and scheduling staff to ensure high performance and a positive work environment. 
• Financial Management: Developing and managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and controlling costs to ensure financial sustainability. 
• Customer Service: Ensuring exceptional guest experience through high service standards, addressing concerns promptly, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere. 
• Facility Maintenance: Ensuring the upkeep of all facilities, including lounges, equipment, and infrastructure. 
• Event Planning: Planning and executing special events, promotions, and activities to enhance member engagement and satisfaction. 

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• The Beach Club Director will be a seasoned leader with demonstrated success managing diverse culinary environments, from à la carte service to banquets and special events. The ideal candidate will bring structure, creativity and accountability to the operation while fostering a guest-first culture grounded in quality, teamwork, and innovation.
• A minimum of 5+ years of progressive leadership and management experience in a private high-end club or resort operation.
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred with a focus on Hospitality Management or equivalent substantial private club or hospitality experience.
• A strong professional presence with a passion for guest service and team development
• Proven leadership in a high-end hotel, resort, or private club setting with multi-outlet operations
• Demonstrated success building and leading teams through change and growth.
• Experience with the H-2B program preferred.
• Proven track record in successful Food & Beverage operations, notably in revenue growth, training, innovation, creativity, and service culture development.
• Skilled in using technology to improve service delivery and lead operations efficiently.
• Strong organizational, budgetary and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence across departments.
• Experience using Club Specific POS systems, experience using NorthStar Point-of-Sale a plus.

EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree with a focus on Hospitality Management or equivalent substantial private club or hospitality experience preferred.
• ServSafe or equivalent certification a plus.
• CPR Certification a plus.

SALARY AND BENEFITS 

Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. BCCA offers an excellent bonus and benefit package, continuing education, and scholarship opportunities for family members. 

TO APPLY 

The deadline for submitting is July 31. Professionals who meet or exceed the established criteria are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume. All qualified candidates will be required to take a Predictive Index Behavior assessment.