Lead Associate – Assistant Golf Professional / Clubhouse Manager - Arkona Fairways Golf Club
Arkona Fairways Golf Club is a picturesque 18-hole golf course that will challenge experienced players, while still providing new golfers with an enjoyable experience. Established in 1988 Arkona Fairways is one of Ontario’s hidden gems offering lush, mature tree lined fairways with fast manicured greens and exceptional playing conditions. You will find Arkona Fairways located in the rolling countryside of Lambton County, a short drive from London, Strathroy and Sarnia.
In the fall of 2022 Arkona was purchased by GolfNorth Properties. With multiple GolfNorth facilities within a short 30-minute drive, Arkona offers many reciprocal playing privileges within the area. GolfNorth offers many opportunities for growth and career advancement.
- Location
- Arkona Fairways Golf Club – Arkona, ON
- Posted
- 2023-12-19
- Deadline
- 2024-01-30
- Job Summary
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The Associate Golf Professional / Clubhouse Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of all golf related operations including supervision of the pro shop, hiring and scheduling of pro shop associates, merchandising, inventory, tournament and league organization, coordination of special events while working closely with our golf course superintendent and the turf operations team. In addition, the Associate Golf Professional will be responsible for scheduling and ordering for all club related food and beverage functions.
Employment period is March 1st – November 30th. Based on the employment time frame there may be opportunities to extend the employment period based on year-year seasonality.
- Responsibilities
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• Must be able to work dayshifts, evenings, and weekends in all weather conditions.
• Ensure facility maintains highest expectations of cleanliness, protocols, and customer service.
• Scheduling, Hiring and Supervision of all pro shop and clubhouse associates.
• Coordination of all golf related functions including daily green fee, tournament, member, hotel guest play and relations.
• Ordering for all food and beverage related functions and events.
• Power cart fleet operations.
• Promotion and planning of golf and non-golf events.
• Observe all company policies providing a safe environment for our members, guests, and associates.
• Maintain current training expectations through our online models.
• Performs other duties as required which may include other departments or duties at other GolfNorth properties within the area.
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards.
• Work hand in hand with GolfNorth’s managing regional or designate ensuring smooth execution of company policy and procedures. - Qualifications
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- PGA of Canada member in good standing.
- Sports management degree or PGM diploma is well regarded but not essential.
- Must be self motivated to work as a team member and be able to work independently.
- Strong passion for the game.
- Leadership skills with excellent communication abilities.
- Customer service oriented, responsible, and dependable.
- Smart Serve and Food Handler certification required.
- Proficient with POS systems and Tee time booking software programs.
- Compensation
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- Salary based on experience ($1000-$1150 weekly).
- Seasonal employment with the possibility of year-round employment.
- Meal plan.
- Playing package.
- Teaching revenue.
- Benefits/Perks
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- Ability to grow and expand your career with GolfNorth, one of the fasting growing golf companies in Canada with golf course locations from coast to coast.
- Discounted staff purchasing program including equipment package.
- Discounted staff meal plan.
- Flexible schedule.
- Start Date
- 2024-03-01
- Course Website
- https://golfnorth.ca/arkona/
- Employment Duration
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- Seasonal to year-round employment
- Starting date March 2024.
- Contact Information
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Please apply in confidence. Forward resume and cover letter to:
Andrew Palmer
General Manager, Arkona Fairways Golf Club