Club Details

Tokeneke Club

4 Butlers Island Rd
Darien, CT 06820

Unique Club/Facility Details

The Tokeneke Club is nestled in a private enclave on an idyllic cove, with breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound. The club serves as a treasured retreat from the demands of daily life. Incorporated in 1907, the Tokeneke Club has come a long way since it’s simple beginnings, now with over 340 member families and a robust waitlist. Unchanged however, is the club’s steadfast commitment to a fun, family-centric culture. The club features the highest caliber of food and beverage services at multiple formal and casual dining outlets as well as private event venues. The club boasts a premier level racquets program, regarded as one of the best in Fairfield County, with nine (9) har-tru tennis courts, and four (4) paddle tennis courts. In addition to racquet sports, the club has an Olympic sized swimming pool, a private beach and club cabanas.

Club is open 7 days per week, 7 months per year.

Age of Club: 119

Number of Members: 340

Club Ownership: Member-Owned

Gross Dollar Volume: $6,000,000.00

Annual Dues Volume: $3,000,000.00

Annual Food Sales: $1,300,000.00

Annual Beverage Sales: $600,000.00

This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.

Golf Facilities

Golf facilities unspecified

Racquet Facilities

9 outdoor Hard courts

4 paddle courts located at alternate location

Swimming Facilities

1 Outdoor

brand new 2024

Other Athletic Facilities

Dining Facilities

1 Outdoor Dining that seats 90
1 Formal Dining Room that seats 120
1 Outdoor Dining that seats 80
1 Outdoor Dining that seats 250

Job Details

Date Posted

1/22/2026

Job Title

Food & Beverage Manager

Job Description

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all dining outlets at the Tokeneke Club, including the Main Dining Room, Bistro, and Beach Grill. This leadership role ensures exceptional member experiences through seamless service execution, effective staff supervision, and operational oversight. Key responsibilities include:

Hiring, onboarding, training, and managing seasonal front-of-house staff, including interns
Creating weekly schedules for clubhouse and beach grill personnel
Leading pre-shift meetings and communicating key service updates and priorities
Maintaining high service standards and addressing member needs and concerns promptly
Supporting dining room operations during service hours with active floor presence
Coordinating with the culinary team to ensure smooth front-of-house/back-of-house collaboration
Managing daily menu updates, printing, and reservation systems
Overseeing event setup, service assignments, and execution of private functions
Monitoring labor costs and assisting with budget adherence in coordination with the Director of Food & Beverage
Ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of all F&B outlets
Performing end-of-day closing procedures, including securing facilities

This position plays a vital role in elevating the member dining experience while supporting strategic initiatives and departmental goals.

Candidate Qualifications

Proven experience managing food and beverage operations, ideally in a private club, resort, or upscale dining environment.
Strong supervisory skills with the ability to lead, schedule, and train seasonal front-of-house staff and interns.
Experience managing daily dining operations, including reservations, service standards, and event setup.
Familiarity with Northstar or comparable POS systems (menu item setup, pricing updates, chit adjustments).
Strong knowledge of food service sanitation standards and best practices.
Effective communicator with the ability to lead pre-shift meetings and maintain strong communication across F&B teams.
Ability to collaborate effectively with culinary/back-of-house team.
Proficiency in menu and wine list management, including daily updates and printing.
Strong organizational skills for event planning, floor plans, assigning service roles, and decorations.
Financial acumen to assist with budget management, labor hour tracking, inventory, and cost control strategies.
Attention to detail in enforcing safety policies, securing the building, and maintaining a professional club appearance.
Member-first mindset with a hospitality-driven approach to service and “touching tables” to ensure satisfaction.
Knowledge of fine dining service protocols and upscale event execution.
Experience managing labor efficiency and vendor invoicing oversight.
Familiarity with allergen-safe dining practices and food safety protocols.

Educational Requirements

Date Position Available

Immediately

Salary Range

$55,000.00 to $69,999.00

Other Benefits

Salary Range: $55,000-$70,000, Full-Time, Year-Round, Exempt
Health and Vision insurance (95% club paid)
Life insurance (100% club paid)
Paid time off (4 weeks)
Holiday and Annual performance bonuses
3% retirement contribution after 1 year
CMAA local and national membership dues
Cell phone allowance $50/month

Please send resumes to:

Isaac Storandt
GM/COO
4 Butlers Island Rd
Darien, CT 06820
PHONE: 2036551481
istorandt@tokenekeclub.org