Head Golf Professional

BallenIsles Country Club•Toccoa, GA

About The Position

The Currahee Club located in Toccoa, Georgia is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Head Golf Professional. The successful candidate must deliver a high quality member experience, provide a Troon hospitality culture and deliver financial growth. Currahee is a cherished gem in the heart of the Georgia foothills and a truly one-of-a-kind gated community offering a Jim Fazio-designed championship course, three miles of private Lake Hartwell shoreline, and an established membership community with a strong sense of history and pride. Situated on one of the highest points in the community with panoramic views of Lake Hartwell, the Currahee Clubhouse features fine dining with inspiring dishes from our award-winning culinary team and a warm, inviting Tavern and lounge, perfect for a quick bite or post-round cocktail with friends and neighbors. In addition to dining, the Clubhouse also features a billiard room, four grand fireplaces, golf shop and extremely well-appointed men’s and women’s locker rooms. Our Sports Complex features a 24-hour fitness/wellness center, game room, zero-entry pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and the Canoe Bar & Grill. General Purpose: Oversees and maintains all facets of the golf operation. Provides professional support, direction, management, training and leadership to golf staff associates. Promotes and nurtures member relations and enhances the quality of the golf experience. Responsible for the day-to-day golf operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA) from four-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and speak English is required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates are required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with computerized POS (Jonas preferred) and tee time system.
Class A member of PGA/LPGA

Responsibilities

Oversees golf operations including tournaments, rules, tee sheet activity, merchandise inventory, range operations, player service operations, cart fleet, and may assist with supervising on course Food and Beverage operations.
Assists in the development and day-to-day tracking of the budget and business plan. Helps to control expenses in relation to revenues.
Creates a customer service-oriented atmosphere that promotes the game of golf and meets the needs of the members. Ensures that associates provide a high level of customer service.
Works closely with the Superintendent and the Food & Beverage Manager on a daily basis to ensure timely communication and to establish a good working relationship.
Prepares work schedules and assigns associates areas of responsibility.
Performs payroll tasks as scheduled and makes adjustments prior to submitting to payroll. Monitors hours to maximize productivity and minimize overtime.
Provides leadership and vision to golf staff, building people, and preparing them for career advancement.
Provide golf instruction through lessons and clinics to members and guests.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Assistant and Associate Golf Professionals, Teaching Professionals, Tournament Coordinator, and Guest Services Attendants.
Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of labor, productivity, costs and other expenses.
Responsible for implementing and maintaining excellent service to achieve member satisfaction.
Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Performs other duties as required.