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Food & Beverage Management Trainee

Full TimeUSSCIsle of Palms

• United States4 days ago Opening
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  Industry
• Hotels & Resorts
  Role
• Food & Beverage Waiter
  Level
• Management
  Department
• Food and Beverage Service
  Full Time
  Posted at: 04 Sep 2026
  

Last Date:

01 Oct 2026

Salary Details

Competetive Salary Offered

Job Description

Description

The Food and Beverage Management Trainee at the Wild Dunes Resort participates in a structured, hands-on training program designed to develop future Food & Beverage leaders. This role reports to our Assistant Director and placed/assigned in the FB Outlets as needed. This program combines front-line food service responsibilities with progressive exposure to operations, guest experience, inventory, food safety, and team leadership.

The Food and Beverage Management Trainee supports daily outlet operations while building the skills and knowledge needed to advance into a supervisory or management role within Food & Beverage.

Essential job

FUNCTIONS

Guest Experience & Service

Deliver warm, friendly, and efficient service to all resort guests and members

Provide product knowledge for desserts, candy, ice cream, beverages, and specialty items

Maintain a clean, welcoming, and visually appealing Sweet Shop environment

Resolve guest concerns professionally and escalate issues when appropriate

Food & Beverage Operations

Assist with daily opening and closing procedures

Prepare and serve Sweet Shop items following established recipes and brand standards

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations

Support quality control and proper food handling practices

Training & Development

Participate in a structured training program across Food & Beverage operations

Learn basic scheduling, labor management, and productivity standards

Assist with onboarding and training seasonal and new team members

Shadow supervisors and managers to understand leadership responsibilities

Inventory:

Assist with inventory counts, stocking, and organization

Maintain accurate procedures using the POS system

Support waste reduction and cost control initiatives

Why Join Wild Dunes Resort?

At Wild Dunes Resort, Destination by Hyatt, colleagues are more than employees-they are valued members of our team. We offer competitive wages, career growth opportunities, training, and benefits in a supportive and welcoming environment. Other benefits and

Perks:

Free room nights

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  Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
  Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 30 Days of Employment
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  Paid time off and holiday pay
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  Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
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  401K with company match
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  Access to Beach, Tennis, and Pickleball as available on days off
  Retail Discounts for Colleagues
  
• Benefit Package for Full Time & Part Time colleagues eligible
  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Our Values:

Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing

Qualifications

Experience & Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

1+ year of experience in food service, hospitality, or retail (dessert or café experience preferred)

Strong interest in a long-term career in Food & Beverage or hospitality management

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs

Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

South Carolina ServSafe Alcohol Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) required.

Preferred

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a culinary, hospitality, or business program

Previous leadership, trainer, or key-holder experience

Familiarity with POS systems and inventory management

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Must be able to repetitively lift, push, pull & carry up to 15 lbs., frequently up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 75 lbs.

Must be able to twist, bend and squat frequently;kneel or crawl occasionally; infrequently climb a ladder

Must be able to perform repetitive hand & arm movements, pushing and pulling and simple grasping frequently; squeezing, overhead reaching & fine manipulation occasionally.

Indoor and outdoor settings depending on venue.

Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, cleaning chemicals, and kitchen equipment.

Training & Advancement

This position is part of Wild Dunes Resort's, providing structured development, coaching, and performance feedback. Successful completion of the program may lead to progression into Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or other Food & Beverage leadership roles.