General Manager/Head Golf Professional

Applewood Golf Course is described on the Hidden Fairways web site as “The Best Kept Secret in Augusta, Georgia”.

With an 18-hole Championship Golf Course, a fully stocked Pro-Shop, a commercial kitchen, a driving range, a short game practice facility and a practice green, our facility can meet your every golfing need.

The golf course is located just a few miles south of Augusta, Georgia… home of Augusta National Golf Course, the host of The Masters… and is built into an old apple orchard. In the spring, if you time your visit just right, you can stand on the tee box and smell the apple blossoms wafting in the breeze. Or if you’re coming in April, you might get to see the Azaleas and Dogwoods in full bloom.

Landscapes Golf Management is looking for an energetic General Manager/Head Golf Professional to lead the Applewood team in growing the game of golf and providing an exceptional golfing experience in the greater Augusta market.  More information can be found at www.applewoodga.com.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

1. Thorough knowledge of and ability to successfully apply the principles and practices of personnel and business management.

2. Comprehensive understanding of the methods used in the care and maintenance of golf courses.

3. Broad knowledge of food and beverage operations, laws and regulations.

4. Thorough knowledge of standard sales and marketing practices.

5. Ability to effectively plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates engaged in golf course operations.

6. Ability to anticipate and identify risks and problems and develop appropriate risk mitigation measures, business solutions and plans of action.

7. Ability to provide a high level of customer service with attention to detail.

8. Skilled at planning and organization, with an ability to manage multiple tasks or projects.

9. Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and POS systems.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor’s degree in recreation, business management, agronomy, turf management or related field preferred.

2. Previous experience as a Head Golf Professional for a golf course preferred.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the management of all aspects of the club including its activities and the relationships between the club and its members, guests, employees, and community. Directs the work of all department managers. Implements and monitors the budget, monitors the quality of the club’s products and services and ensures maximum member and guest satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Ensure club operations are providing first-class level of service for the best member/guest experience possible. Represents the club in a positive, professional and exuberant fashion at all times; mentors and monitors staff to ensure exceptional member/guest service.

2. Hires, manages and develops course team according to Company guidelines, including the food and beverage staff, golf course superintendent, and pro shop staff; meets with team on a regular basis to ensure departments are performing to stated goals.

3. Identifies and manages the club’s budget; monitors revenues and expenses of the club and generates weekly/monthly revenue reports; manages the daily financial needs and processes for the course.

4. Complies with the terms of purchasing agreements and vendor contracts.

5. Ensures payroll information is processed and submitted timely and accurately for the course; maintains and manages all employee files and records.

6. Ensures proper billing/invoicing of all course activity and functions; monitors accounts receivables to ensure collection of payments.

7. Develops course marketing plan and oversees the implementation of the plan on annual basis.

8. Responds to the needs of the membership through program development and general customer service requests.

9. Serves as the community liaison for the club; meets with special interest groups when necessary.

10. Consistently ensures that the club is operated in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal laws.

11. Develops, maintains and disseminates a basic management philosophy to guide all course personnel toward optimal results, employee morale and member/guest satisfaction.

12. Ensures all Human Resources, payroll, administrative and reporting requirements set by the Company are completed timely and accurately.

13. Must maintain the confidentiality of Company, club and employee information.

14. Enforces comprehensive safety programs for employees, members and guests on course in compliance with local, state and federal laws.

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Paid Time Off
• 100% Lesson and Clinic Revenue
• Annual Bonus Incentive
• 401K with Match