Add expected salary to your profile for insightsCape Kidnappers Golf Course features eighteen holes of golf designed by Tom Doak of Renaissance Design, Traverse City, Michigan.
Seventeen holes have spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, five of which are played alongside cliffs that plunge 430 feet to the sea.
The course played host to the PGA TOUR's Kiwi Challenge in 2008 and 2009.
Cape Kidnappers has received numerous accolades and awards including being ranked as high as the 16th best golf course in the world by Golf Digest.Also set on the 6,000 acres of pristine farmland is Rosewood Cape Kidnappers, a luxury hotel.
The facility features 22 guest suites and a four-bedroom Villa.
The main lodge features breathtaking 180-degree views of Hawke Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and Mt.
Ruapehu.ABOUT THE ROLEThe Head Golf Professional is responsible for all aspects of the golf operation at Cape Kidnappers.
The position will report directly to the CEO and will also take direction from ownership.
The position will work alongside the Golf Course Superintendent and our Accommodation partner Rosewood Hotels, to ensure a seamless guest experience across the wider property.The position demands a significant amount of independence, and the successful candidate must show an ability to make sound decisions using technical discretion, sound judgment, and familiarity with the company's policies and golf industry standards.
The head professional works closely with the golf course superintendent to ensure that the golf experience remains world class.
Additionally, interaction with other department heads on the accommodation side of our business is critical to the success of the facility.RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibilities include training and supervising full-time/part-time/casual staff, revenue/expense management, supervising and maintaining the golf cart fleet, caddie program management, managing the practice facility, managing retail inventory, merchandising, overseeing clubhouse operations, and golf sales/promotion.
Responsibility is also required in assisting in establishing the budget and monitoring expenditures to ensure efficient operations.Essential Functions:Ensures completion of daily reports of transactions and ensures funds are collected accurately and precisely.Supervises the merchandising and maintenance of the pro shop inventory, which carries golf apparel/supplies.Extensive knowledge of apparel, industry trends, fashion, and consumer behaviour is required.Monitors the quantity of goods and materials in stock through an automated central inventory control system and establishes reorder standards.Hires, schedules, evaluates, and trains staff on policies, procedures, and responsibilities.General oversight of the Golf Shop, Cart Storage Facility, and Locker Rooms.Develops/executes written operational procedures and is exceptionally detail-oriented.Works closely with golf organizations, golfers, suppliers, agents, and industry representatives.Schedules golf cart usage and manages the golf cart fleet appropriately.Authorizes payments to suppliers; verifies bank reconciliation statements and marketing and management accounts.Meets the public, schedules tee times, and answers questions regarding the use of golf facilities.Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality, seamless customer service.OUR IDEAL CANDIDATEOur ideal candidate will be a Class "A" Member of an internationally recognized PGA organization and have a minimum of 4 years experience as a first assistant, or experience as a head professional.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
We expect the individual to have an undergraduate degree and a working knowledge of superior customer service.
A background that includes exposure to luxury lodging operations is considered especially beneficial.Additionally, the successful applicant should be well-versed in:Service standards and training.Principles and practices of supervision/leadership.Cash handling procedures and internal control.Golf operation organisation and management.Merchandise marketing and inventory control – This is of critical importance as high-end retail sales experience in a similar environment will be considered especially beneficial.And should have the ability to:Perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.Work cooperatively with other staff, guests, and the public.Uphold all relevant Health & Safety requirements and procedures.Provide a professional service to our guests by teaching golf according to PGA teaching standards.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSCompetitive Base salary commensurate with experience.End of FY bonus potential of up to 10% of Salary.Professional Membership Dues Paid.70% of Lessons Taught.Staff Uniforms Provided.Playing and Practicing Privileges (Immediate Family Included).
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