about the club
The Wianno Club is steeped in refined tradition and has provided generations of families with a diverse range of programs. Perched on a bluff overlooking Nantucket Sound, The Wianno Club has provided the perfect setting for all manner of gatherings for over one hundred years. Families have selected this singular and charming place to meet in celebration of anniversaries, family reunions and annual vacations, thereby creating treasured lifelong memories. In addition to Cape C o d and New England residents, the membership reaches nationwide. A popular site for weddings, it is not uncommon for the Club to host the reception of a bride or groom whose parents' and grandparents' receptions were also held there. The Wianno Club is a private seasonal club located on 156 acres in Osterville, Massachusetts. Since 1916, the Club has been dedicated to providing its members and their families with a wide range of social and athletic activities. The Club features a quintessential “Shingle Style” New England clubhouse that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and an 18-hole Donald Ross golf course.
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Club Amenities 18-hole Championship Donald Ross Golf Course
Dining Amenities: ▪ Main Dining Room
Private Ocean Beach
▪ Ballroom
Private Lake Beach
▪ Sea View Dining and Lounge
43 Member/Guest Room Accommodations
▪ Wicker Room
Seasonal Staff Accommodations
▪ Library
9 Har Tru Tennis Courts, 2 Paddle Courts
▪ Golf House
Robust Junior Programming with Youth Camps
▪ Restaurant and Beach Snack Bar
Regular Fitness Programming
Club Overview Initiation Fee
$125,000
Dues Volume
$6 M
Memberships
630 Members- 450 Regular, 180 Non-Resident
Gross Volume
$12 M
F&B Volume
$3.9 M
Gross Payroll
$5.7 M
F+B Employees
55 in season
Average age
61
Board Members
17
Serving as host to members and guests began on April 1, 1916 when, under the administration of Co m modore W. B. H. Dowse, the Wianno Yacht Club purchased the Cotocheset House hotel and formed the Wianno Club.
the position
The Wianno Club is searching for a committed, proactive, and passionate club professional to assume the role of Director of Food and Beverage. One who enjoys working in an exciting private club environment and has the ability to lead and motivate their team to deliver exceptional and diverse experiences to the membership is a must. The Director of Food and Beverage will coordinate and oversee all aspects of the Food and Beverage operation, withholding the rich tradition of the Club while introducing new and exciting programming and offerings. This individual will work closely with the managers and staff to deliver personalized, high-touch service to the club members. This is a year around position with a great focus on a seasonal environment May-October.
Key Characteristics and Traits ▪ A positive and enthusiastic personality with passion for the club industry
▪ A natural leadership style which promotes an engaged, motivated staff. ▪ A mind for innovation and action with an ability to act as a thought partner with leadership. ▪ The individual should have experience developing engaging member programming and events for all member demographics. ▪ A hands-on leader that has the ability to nurture and grow a team. ▪ The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. ▪ An individual that has the ability to think strategically to continually move the Club towards attaining a further level of excellence. ▪ Disciplined follow-through to ensure the vision and goals of the Club come to fruition.
▪ Ability to cultivate a high-level of member satisfaction through consistency in services and amenities. ▪ A strong understanding of top-notch food and beverage experiences for Club members and guests. ▪ Effective fiscal management through development and delivery of actual operational and capital results in alignment with approved budgets. ▪ The desire to maintain high level of visibility among members and staff as the face of the Food and Beverage operations. ▪ A sense of urgency and ability to balance multiple areas of responsibilities simultaneously. ▪ Experience recruiting top notch seasonal staffing.
responsibilities
▪ Ability to hire, train, motivate and develop a high performing team in a top tier seasonal private club.
qualifications
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A minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership and management experience, preferably in a private club.
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A Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or business management a plus
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ServSafe Certification preferred
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The position is available immediately.
Salary & Benefits Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Club offers an excellent bonus and benefit package.
IMPORTANT Interested candidates should submit résumés along with a detailed cover letter which addresses the qualifications and describes your alignment/experience with the prescribed position by Friday, February 23, 2024. These documents must be saved and emailed in Word or PDF format (save as “Last Name, First Name, Wianno F+B Director Cover Letter” and “Last Name, First Name, Wianno F+B Director Résumé”) respectively to: Careers@thedeloziergroup.com.
All requested information, along with references, should be emailed to the address above.
Patrick DeLozier Managing Partner (843) 707-5210 lpatrickdelozier@thedeloziergroup.com
inquiries
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