Club Details
Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club
2425 W Maya Palm Drive
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Unique Club/Facility Details
Active Membership who love getting to know our team.
Club is open
6
days per week,
12
months per year.
Age of Club: 66
Number of Members: 535
Average Age of Members: 61
Club Ownership: Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume: $24,000,000.00
Annual Dues Volume: $11,000,000.00
Annual Food Sales: $3,500,000.00
Annual Beverage Sales: $1,500,000.00
This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.
Golf Facilities
- 18 hole course, par 72, designed by Jack Nicklaus
Racquet Facilities
- 5 outdoor lighted Clay courts
Other Athletic Facilities
2 Pickle Ball Courts
Multipurpose sports court
Fitness and Spa facilities in the wellness center
Dining Facilities
- 3 Casual Dining Room that seats 160
- 2 Casual Dining Room that seats 90
- 1 Formal Dining Room that seats 50
- 3 Ballroom that seats 350
- 1 Men's Grill that seats 24
Job Details
Date Posted
1/13/2025
Job Title
Club Management Intern
Job Description
Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club is seeking highly motivated students who aspire to gain hands-on experience in food and beverage operations within an immersive learning environment. Participants will engage in a rotational program, paired with a food and beverage manager or director as their mentor. They will receive training in three distinct styles of à la carte member dining, as well as in events, banquets, and other areas.
The future success of the Private Club industry relies on the next generation of club professionals. This program is designed to cultivate future leaders through an engaging, hands-on learning experience. As a smaller club, hosting a maximum of three interns per summer, the internship experience is tailored to the individual and their interests. What you invest in this internship is what you will gain from it! Additionally, interns will have the opportunity to attend the FLCMAA Summer Conference during their internship.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit their resume and a statement of intent to Hannah Greenland, Director of Dining Operations and Internship Program Facilitator, at hgreenland@rpycc.org.
Candidate Qualifications
Position Title: Club Management Intern
Requirements: Applicant is currently enrolled in a 4-year hospitality program or comparable and has had prior experience in food and beverage, preferable in a private club setting.
Program Length: May – August, consistent with undergraduate break schedule
Compensation:
- $18/hr
- Hourly performance based incentive pay
- FREE Housing
Housing Cost:
- Program includes FREE housing
- Apartments are fully furnished and housing includes utilities and wifi
- Housing is located 1.2 miles from the Club
- Walking distance to the beach, Trader Joe’s, Publix, many restaurants and bars
- https://www.10xmiznerpark.com/
Transportation: Responsibility of applicant.
Scheduling and Availability: Applicant must have open availability and will be full-time (35+ hours/week) for the duration of the internship.
Uniform Requirements: Interns participating in the program will be required to provide their own black non-slip shoes, all-white sneakers, black work pants, and navy blue work pants both in a straight-leg fit. All other uniform requirements will be provided.
Mentorship:Each intern will be assigned a Food & Beverage Manager or Director as their mentor throughout the program. Interns will participate in weekly check-ins and work alongside their mentor during manager shadowing shifts.
Rotational Program: To receive a well-rounded training, interns will rotate through F&B positions at Royal Palms dining outlets including;
- 19th Hole (Casual Dining)
- Harbor Grille (Upscale Casual Dining)
- The Gazebo (Casual Poolside Dining)
- Banquets and Events
Management and Department Exposure: Interns will have the opportunity to shadow their assigned mentor, a manager or director, during scheduled shifts from mid-to-late summer. Dressed in business attire, interns will observe and participate in their mentor’s day-to-day tasks and responsibilities. They will also attend weekly BEO and Food & Beverage Manager meetings. As a smaller club, Royal Palm provides interns with greater opportunities for engagement and face time with the management team.
Interns will gain exposure to various departments, learning how each operates within a private club setting. Departments include Golf, Fitness, Junior Palmers Kids Camp, Culinary, Marina, Catering & Events, Concierge, Administration, Communications, Golf Course Maintenance, and Assistant General Manager operations. At the end of the program, interns will have one-on-one meetings with the Assistant General Manager and General Manager, providing them with invaluable insights from industry leaders.
Projects:
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Restaurant Research Project: Interns and their mentors will dine at an assigned local restaurant. The intern will then present their observations and overall experience at a weekly Food & Beverage meeting.
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Event Planning and Execution Project: Interns will collaborate as a team with the Director of Human Resources to plan and execute the summer employee party. They will be responsible for selecting the theme, décor, activities, food, and beverage while working within the budget and under the guidance of the Human Resources team. Interns will oversee the event's execution and manage the party on the day of the event.
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Book Club/Report: Interns will participate in a book club or complete a report as part of their professional development.
Involvement: Interns will attend the FLCMAA Summer Conference with the management team and participate in a young professional mixer event hosted by local South Florida clubs.
Continuing Opportunities: Interns who successfully complete the program will be invited to participate in a “winternship” program during college or university winter break periods. Opportunities for a second-year internship with expanded responsibilities, as well as post-graduate roles, are also available.
Educational Requirements
Interns must be enrolled in a 4-year Hospitality or comparable program at a college or university.
Date Position Available
05/01/2023
Other Benefits
Please send resumes to:
Hannah Greenland
Director of Dining Operations
2425 W Maya Palm Drive
Boca Raton, FL 33432
PHONE: 7743270924
hgreenland@rpycc.org
