Daniel Schellhorn

Food and Beverage Manager @Jacksonville Golf & Country Club

Jacksonville, FL, US

As Food & Beverage Manager, I provided both strategic vision and hands-on leadership for all dining, beverage, and event operations, ensuring an exceptional member experience across multiple outlets. I worked closely with the Clubhouse Manager, Executive Chef, and department heads to uphold the club’s high standards of service, quality, and financial performance.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Directed all Food & Beverage operations encompassing the dining room, café, poolside bar and grill, multiple bars, and banquet/event venues, maintaining a consistent standard of excellence across diverse service environments.Championed a positive, hospitality-focused culture that empowered staff, improved morale, and strengthened member relationships—driving overall satisfaction and engagement.Balanced strategic financial oversight with operational execution, maintaining consistent Cost of Goods (COG) performance and aligning results with annual budget and forecast goals.Oversaw all beverage procurement and vendor partnerships, curating high-quality selections of wine, spirits, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings that reflected member preferences and enhanced the club’s brand.Developed and implemented efficient labor management and scheduling systems that optimized staffing for fluctuating business levels while controlling labor costs.Collaborated cross-functionally with culinary, events, and membership teams to deliver seamless, high-impact dining experiences and signature club events.Led ongoing process improvements and staff training initiatives to elevate service consistency, operational efficiency, and long-term profitability.