Head of Golf Operations
Burnham Beeches Golf Club
Founded in 1891, Burnham Beeches Golf Club provides a challenging golf course in a beautiful setting on the edge of the historic Burnham Beeches.
- Posted
- 20 Jan 2023
- Status
- Full Time
- Permanent
- Location
- England
- Closing date
- 6 Mar 2023
Due to unforeseen circumstances this post has become available again.
Burnham Beeches Golf Club are looking to appoint a Head of Golf Operations. You can find out more about the role below…
The Club:
Founded in 1891, Burnham Beeches Golf Club provides a challenging golf course in a beautiful setting on the edge of the historic Burnham Beeches. The course offers a true and enjoyable test of golf.
Burnham Beeches is a traditional Members Club but also offers a warm welcome to visitors looking to enjoy golf at its best on and off the course.
The Vacancy:
A person in the above role is required to head up everything ‘golf’ at Burnham Beeches Golf Club in south Buckinghamshire. The role is to manage and co-ordinate the following aspects of the club:
- Competitions and handicaps.
- Membership monitoring and renewal.
- Club match organisation.
- Club diary management including competitions, societies, social events, and meeting room co-ordination.
- Societies and Corporate Day management.
- General Member queries and support
- Work closely with the Club Captain and the Captains’ Committee during their year.
The Role:
The role is interesting and varied, with no two days the same. BBGC (www.bbgc.co.uk) is a private members’ club with a long tradition spanning over 130 years. This position is ideal for an aspiring Club Manager wishing to advance their career in the golf industry and to gain valuable experience at one of Buckinghamshire’s premier clubs. The right candidate will have to demonstrate an ability using standard administration software as well as specific golf software, preferably Club V1 but not essential.
In addition to working within the office of BBGC they will attend regular management meetings and will gain invaluable experience in all aspects of running a Club, assisting other Heads of Department and supporting their teams. The role will be a ‘front of house’ facing with a prime focus on members, their guests and the visitors to the club, ensuring their day is a memorable one. It is therefore, important that the candidate has a good personality and is comfortable dealing with people. Additionally, they must show the attitude to deliver high quality customer service that the club has built its reputation on, as well as always being willing to go that extra mile.
The ideal candidate would be able demonstrate the following personal attributes:
- A good understanding of golf and its related organisation.
- Attention to detail in all areas of the role.
- Ability to work under pressure with good time management.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Customer focused and approachable.
- A team player.
Responsible to: The General & Commercial Manager
Hours:
Standard workdays will be weekdays from 9.00am until 5.00pm with some weekend work for major events. There will also be the need to attend occasional evening meetings, so some flexitime working will be required.
Remuneration:
The salary will be negotiable but commensurate with the position, the overall package will include:
- Pension fund contribution (after a 3-month probationary period).
- Supported through an educational pathway to advance their career.
- Use of the golf course.
- Discounted food and drink whilst on duty.
Application Process
To apply, please click 'Apply Now' to send by email a letter highlighting your motivation for the role and relevant experience, and an up-to-date CV to the General Manager.
Ideally the post needs to be filled by Mid-April, but some flexibility could be allowed for the right candidate.
Closing date for applications: Closing date: 6th March 2023