General Manager: Glen Arbour Golf Club
- Location
- Glen Arbour Golf Course, Nova Scotia
- Posted
- 2026-03-09
- Deadline
- 2026-03-30
- Job Summary
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Our Leadership team is growing here at Glen Arbour Golf Club / Deerfield Pub!
We’re seeking a General Manager to help shape something meaningful in our community. Locally owned and deeply rooted in Nova Scotia, our club is built on pride, connection, and a shared vision for excellence. This is a rare opportunity to lead a vibrant golf club where your “office” is one of the province’s most stunning natural settings.
You’ll work with the managing partner and a collaborative leadership team to create exceptional experiences for members, guests, and employees alike—within a fast‑paced, people‑first environment where relationships, culture, and community truly matter
The General Manager provides overall leadership and direction for the club, playing a key role in advancing our mission, financial objectives, and core values. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional experiences for members, guests, and employees by driving strategic initiatives, fostering a positive and inclusive culture, and ensuring excellence across all areas of club operations.
- Responsibilities
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- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the club, advancing its mission, financial objectives, and core values.
- Oversee all club operations, including golf operations, course maintenance, clubhouse facilities, administration, and food and beverage including the Deerfield Pub, ensuring high standards of service and quality to both members and guests.
- Lead and support department heads through clear direction, coaching, performance management, and accountability for results.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and people‑focused workplace culture that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and employee development.
- Ensure exceptional experiences for members and guests by maintaining service excellence, strong communication, and a welcoming, family‑friendly club environment across all facilities, including the restaurant and bar operations.
- Manage the club’s financial performance, including budgeting, revenue generation, expense control, and adherence to approved financial policies and internal controls.
- Chair monthly ownership meetings and provide updates on operations, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all licensing, regulatory, and safety requirements, and that operational policies and procedures are documented, followed, and regularly reviewed.
- Act as an ambassador for the club within the golf industry and local community, building strong relationships with members, partners, and stakeholders
- Qualifications
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- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Sports/Recreation Management or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and substantial industry experience.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of senior leadership experience in the golf industry or a comparable hospitality/leisure operation.
- Solid experience with budgeting and financial analysis with the ability to interpret financial reports and use data to inform decision-making.
- Strong understanding of golf club operations and standards, including familiarity with golf course maintenance basics, tee sheet management, pace-of-play best practices, tournament and event coordination, and member service excellence.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to inspire trust, collaboration, and accountability across diverse teams.
- Experience developing leaders at multiple levels, including department heads and supervisors, through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and performance management.
- Ability to lead through change, including organizational restructuring, operational growth, service model improvements, or cultural transformation.
- Proficiency with general office software (Microsoft 365) and golf industry-specific systems such as tee sheet/POS systems.
- Compensation
- $120,000 - $140,000
- Benefits/Perks
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- Our Team: Genuine, down-to earth people who care about each other and the work they do
- Our Leadership: Approachable and appreciative, with a true open-door philosophy and a commitment to supporting every team member.
- Be part of a high-energy, year-round eatery with both a cozy pub and lively sports bar atmosphere.
- Free on-site parking
- Discount in the Golf Pro Shop
- Golf Privileges
- PGA of Canada Specialization
- Management & Leadership
- Employment Duration
- Full-time
- Contact Information
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If you’re ready to bring your skills, dedication, and positive energy to our team, we want to hear from you! Apply today with your cover letter and resume (preferably in one document) here.
Glen Arbour Golf Course and Deerfield Pub are committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is the norm. We strive to reflect the communities in which we live and work in. We welcome applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, racially visible, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify during the online application process to help us continue building a more equitable and representative team.
We are happy to provide accommodation during the recruitment process. Please let us know in your application if you require any support.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.