Apprentice Professional: Creston Golf Club

The Creston Golf Club was founded in 1954, when a group of local citizens formed a society, and purchased 100 acres of previously logged Crown land for $265. Alan Staples, the first president said, “That may not sound like much, but we had a hell of a time raising the money”. That about sums up the gradual development of the Creston Club, heavy on volunteerism, with much support from the community; accomplishing minor miracles with local ingenuity and limited resources.

Location

Creston Golf Club - Creston, BC

Posted

2024-02-07

Deadline

2024-02-20

Job Summary

Creston Golf Club seeks the assistance of an Apprentice Professional / Assistant Professional for the 2024 season and beyond. We are looking for an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual to help deliver a great golf experience to our Members and Guests on a daily basis.

The ideal candidate should possess a passion and dedication for the game and the golf business. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head Golf Professional and will assume a leadership role within the golf operation. Our staff are professional, honest, have a high level of integrity and a willingness to learn in a fun atmosphere.

Reporting directly to the head professional the assistant professional will play a key role in our golf operations department. The position will promote the “ultimate Creston Golf Club golf experience” and ensure our members and guests alike are provided exceptional service and a variety of golf related programs.

The potential candidate will need to be a hand’s on, motivated, personable individual whom has a passion for game and business of golf.

Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day operation of the golf shop and act as a Manager on Duty when Head Professional is not available.
Manage the back-shop/driving range
Retail Sales
Merchandising the golf shop inventory in an efficient and appealing manner.
Play golf with the membership
Maintaining control of the first tee and on course play
Expected to play an active role in member golf tournaments & events
Inventory management throughout the golf season, start to finish.
Take lead in building the Junior Program
Teach Lessons to members and guests
Minor club repairs
Organization of Men’s Night and Ladies Day
Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Head Golf Professional
Assist Head Golf Professional with hiring, training, and supervising of all Golf Operations staff

Qualifications

Member in good standing of the PGA of Canada
Ability to deliver exceptional customer service
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent computer skills
Experience in organizing golf events
Understanding of club fitting
Experience with a Junior Golf Program and Golf Instruction
Energetic and motivated to succeed in the Golf Industry
Familiarity with G1 booking system, Golf Genius is an asset.
Willing and able to work a variety of shifts (early mornings, mid-day, evening, weekends, and holidays

Compensation

$20 - $25 per Hour based on experience + teaching revenues.

Benefits/Perks

Discount on meals on shift
PGA of Canada dues paid (at the end of the 2024 season) upon completion of successful season.
100% of lesson revenues and a portion of Junior Camps
Unrestricted playing & practicing privileges.
Possible equipment package while employed to the right individual.
Staff uniform and shop discounts

Course Website

https://www.crestongolf.com/

Employment Duration

Full-Time

Contact Information

Please apply in confidence to:

Peter Kenneford

PGA of Canada

Director of Golf / Head Golf Professional

Creston Golf Club

Email: peterkenneford@gmail.com

780-240-3609