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Director of Golf/ Head Professional: Talking Rock Golf - Chase, BC

The award winning Quaaout Lodge and Talking Rock Resort is an Indigenous owned resort that offers a positive, fun working environment. The 2022 PGA of BC Facility of the Year is looking for an ambitious leader.  We are looking for candidates that can help reach our vision of becoming the #1 Indigenous Resort in Canada, and embody qualities of our mission statement, “KNUCWENTWECW” which means “helping one another” in the Secwepemc language.

Quaaout Lodge and Talking Rock Resort is 45 minutes from Kamloops, 35 minutes from Salmon Arm, 1.5 hours from Vernon, 2 hours from Kelowna and 4 hours from Vancouver.

 

Location
Talking Rock Golf - Chase, BC
Posted
2023-04-12
Deadline
2023-05-05
Job Summary

The Director of Golf/Head Professional is responsible for the overall management of the business and operating affairs of Talking Rock Golf Course. The Director of Golf/Head Professional is a valuable member of the Quaaout Lodge and Talking Rock Resort leadership team and participates in strategic planning for the Resort. This position ensures that the vision of the Skw'lax te Secwépemcúl̓ecw culture is integrated into all aspects of the Golf Operations.

Employees receive great benefits which include discounts on meals, spa services, spa products, pro shop merchandise, and golfing at Talking Rock Golf Course. Enjoy all that the sunny Shuswap has to offer including swimming, boating, golfing, hiking and mountain bike trails – come join us to start your next adventure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the Secwepemc culture is integrated into all aspects of the Golf experience.

• Hire & mentor world class PGA members to lead the Golf Operations team.

• Hire & train all staff (pro shop, guest services, starters/marshals, kiosk, and beverage cart) to ensure an exceptional experience is offered for guests.

• Develop annual operating budgets and future capital projects.

• Development and implementation of all golf instruction programs offered at Talking Rock.

• Develop, execute, and evaluate marketing initiatives for Talking Rock to ensure maximum return on investment.

• Create new programs & offerings as needed to improve the overall success of Talking Rock.

• Continually improve as a Golf Professional with an expectation of being top 10 for the PGA of BC PDP Order of Merit.

• Purchase and manage kiosk inventory, continually using resourcefulness to improve the overall profitability.

• Oversee the purchasing and inventory management of the golf shop

• Be financially accountable for Golf Operations & Kiosk department

• Lead the planning and implementation of special events and tournaments.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A proven track record with 5 years minimum of golf operations experience that includes 2+ years in a leadership role.

• Be a Class "A" professional with the PGA of Canada in good standing.

• Clear working knowledge of budget planning and execution.

• Understanding of all golf operations best practices and relevant laws and guidelines.

• Exceptional communication both written and verbal, interpersonal and guest handling skills.

• Self-confident, proactive, strong abilities to prioritize and make effective decisions.

• Personable and professional with the ability to build strong relationships, interact and influence others at all levels of the organization.

• Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Knowledge and understanding of emergency procedures including OH&S rights and responsibilities.

• Prior knowledge with BC Liquor License regulations and F&B management an asset

• Clearance via BC Information criminal record check.

Working conditions:

The role of Director of Golf/Head Professional will primarily be performed in an office environment with long periods of sitting at a desk

Schedule:

This position is a full-time, year round position. The Director of Golf/Head Professionals weekly working hours shall amount to 40 hours for a five-day week. The time of working hours shall depend on operational requirements. The organization reserves the right to request the performance of additional work that goes beyond normal working hours; however, the position is of such a nature that you will not be entitled to overtime compensation or allowances. This is a leadership role and the candidate should be available outside of working hours for employee assistance via phone and email.

Compensation
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year.
Benefits/Perks
  • Dental and extended health care
  • PGA of Canada Dues reimbursement
  • Professional development and training allowance
  • Equipment package and clothing allowance
  • Resort amenities discount
  • Food and beverage discount
  • 70% of Private Lessons – taught while on shop time
  • $30/hour +wage for camps/clinics

 

 

Course Website
https://quaaoutlodge.com/golf/
Employment Duration
Full-Time, Year-rond
Contact Information

Application deadline: May 5th, 2023 at 4:00pm

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to jobs@quaaoutlodge.com