Seasonal Food & Beverage Pool Cafe Manager
May (Weekends Only until Memorial Day Weekend) - September
Position Overview
Green Tree Country Club is seeking an energetic, hospitality-driven Seasonal Pool Café Manager to lead all food and beverage operations at our Pool Café during the high-volume summer season. This role is responsible for delivering a safe, efficient, and member-focused experience while maintaining strong financial controls, team leadership, and operational excellence.
Our pool is a centerpiece of family activity at the Club. The ideal candidate understands that the Pool Café is not just a concession stand — it is a revenue center, a brand touchpoint, and a key driver of family engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
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Build weekly schedules aligned with projected volume and labor targets
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Provide hands-on coaching to ensure high service standards
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Lead daily pre-shift meetings to set expectations and drive performance
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Maintain accountability and morale in a fast-paced environment
Member Experience
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Deliver prompt, friendly, and professional service to members and guests
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Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment
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Monitor service times and food quality during peak periods
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Proactively engage families to enhance the pool experience
Financial & Operational Management
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Manage daily sales, labor, and cost controls
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Monitor prime cost (labor + cost of goods) to meet budget targets
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Conduct weekly inventory and ordering to control waste and shrinkage
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Ensure accurate POS use and proper cash handling procedures
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Execute upselling initiatives and seasonal promotions
Food Safety & Compliance
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Enforce all health department and food safety standards
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Ensure ServSafe compliance and proper food handling procedures
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Maintain clean equipment, storage areas, and service stations
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Coordinate with Culinary team for product quality and consistency
Programming & Revenue Growth
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Assist with themed pool events, family nights, and holiday programming
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Implement beverage features, grab-and-go options, and specialty promotions
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Support creative initiatives that increase member participation and spend per visit
Qualifications
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Minimum 2–3 years of food & beverage supervisory experience
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High-volume, fast-paced environment experience preferred
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Working knowledge of POS systems and inventory controls
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Food safety certification (or ability to obtain prior to season start)
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Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during peak season
Preferred Experience
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Bartending experience preferred
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Experience supervising high school or college-aged seasonal staff
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This role is ideal for teachers, coaches, or hospitality professionals seeking a high-impact summer leadership position
Physical Requirements
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Ability to stand for extended periods
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Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
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Comfortable working outdoors in summer heat conditions
Performance Expectations
Success in this role will be measured by:
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Member satisfaction
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Team retention throughout the season
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Cleanliness and operational standards
