Assistant Golf Professional: Brightwood Golf & Country Club - Halifax, NS

Brightwood Golf & Country Club is located in the Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. Founded in 1914 by Lt. Col. L.W. Vidito, the golf course is a Donald Ross, Willie Park Jr .design and the only 18-hole Donald Ross design in Nova Scotia.

Location

Brightwood Golf & Country Club - Halifax, NS

Posted

2022-11-21

Deadline

2022-12-10

Job Summary

As a Golf Professional at Brightwood Golf & C.C, you will be the first impression to our members as they arrive at our club, and you will strive to deliver a service that enhances their member experience.

We take pride in the services we provide at Brightwood and as a Golf Professional, you will assist each member or guest with excellent and consistent service as they prepare to enjoy the Brightwood Golf experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional personalized service in our Golf Shop

• Enhance the member experience by assisting in the organization of retail sales, lessons, lesson programs (Junior and Clinics), club fittings, etc.

• Communicate effectively with members, guests, and fellow team members

• Assist in the recruitment, training, and management of Golf Operations staff including, Golf Shop Associates, Starters, Course Marshals

• Assist with all tournaments, which include promoting and planning the execution of the event and post event responsibilities

• Play and promote the game of golf with a various cross sections of the membership categories

• Versed in Tee time and Tournament management through Golf Genius

• Perform other duties commensurate with the role of a Golf Professional that will enhance the effective delivery of the club’s golf & member services.

Qualifications

• PGA of Canada member in good standing

• Be extremely organized and possess exceptional attention to detail

• You genuinely care to make a positive and memorable impact on our member’s experience. Possess great interpersonal skills and are friendly with exceptional customer service skills or are open to learn how to create a great experience for all our guests.

• Computer literate, experience with Northstar Club Management Software (or similar) and Golf Genius considered an asset.

• Fundamental knowledge of the game of golf, rules of golf and golf operations

• Work effectively within a team structure

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Above average playing ability and desire to play the game.

Compensation

• $800 per week

• 100% of private lesson revenue and percentage of clinic revenue

Benefits/Perks

• Payment of PGA of Canada dues

• Clothing allowance

• Meal discount while on shift

• Health & Dental benefits

• Pension Program

Course Website

<a href="https://brightwoodgolf.ca/">https://brightwoodgolf.ca/</a>

Employment Duration

March 1 – November 12, 2023

Contact Information

Interested applicants may send their cover letter and detailed resume to:

Jim Ogilvie, PGA Head Professional Brightwood Golf & Country Club,

jogilvie@brightwood.ns.ca

Deadline for applications December 10, 2022