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Sea Island Company

First Assistant Golf Professional - Lodge Golf Shop (Salary/Exempt)

Sea Island Company, Saint Simons Island, Georgia, United States, 31522

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First Assistant Golf Professional - Lodge Golf Shop (Salary/Exempt) Job Category

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Golf

Requisition Number

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FIRST007796

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Lodge St. Simons Island, GA 31522, USA

Description Basic Job Function:

Assist the Head Golf Professional in the management of golf operations, including the Pro Shop, golf cart rentals, driving range, and assist the golf staff in providing members and guests of the golf area with an incomparable golf experience while abiding by all company and departmental policies and procedures. Work involves independent decisions requiring technical knowledge, sound judgment and familiarity with the golf industry standards.

Minimum of three (3) years working in golf industry/private golf club experience preferred

Basic knowledge of: daily golf course operations, USGA rules, handicap, course rating system, mechanics and techniques of golf swing, and general game of golf

Class A PGA Membership

Must have passed the player ability test for the PGA program and advanced skill in playing golf

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Consistently aspires to fulfill our core Company values (Respect, Integrity, Passion, Teamwork, Accountability, Caring, Loyalty & Trust)

Exhibits theSea IslandFive-StarBehavior Standards with guests, members and co-workers

Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to work with a variety of people and in cooperation with coworkers efficiently and effectively

Must be detail oriented and able to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment

Ability to easily adapt to organizational and environmental changes

Must be flexible to working days, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and in compliance with company Dress Code Policy

Tasks/Responsibilities:

Supervise assistant and apprentice golf professionals

Assist in receiving and inventorying of new merchandise

Assist in displaying golf shop merchandise

Monitor overall inventory levels of merchandise, restock when needed

Assist with physical inventories

Ensure all merchandise is correctly tagged and priced

Assist in selling merchandise and customer service

Assist with services such as club fitting, repair, re-gripping as well as the special order for merchandise

Assist in operation of point of sale system to record sales, guest fees, and caddie fees

Record and bill orders accurately into the register system using guest/member card

Assist in recording of daily sales and rounds played into excel documents

Learn the names and personally recognize our regular Guests and Members

Answer any questions guests may have about Sea Island or the area to the best of one's ability

Answer incoming telephone calls

Assist scheduling tee times and answers questions regarding the use of golf facilities

Take reservations for golf cottage and relay information to Head Professional and Special Projects Manager

Assist Head Professional with guest accommodations

Assist Head Professional in supervision of Outside Service Staff while emphasizing the importance of member and guest service

Assist Outside Operations Manager with golf cart operation including; ensuring all carts are cleaned, stocked, and charged daily

Monitor overall cart maintenance including tire pressure and battery’s water level on a weekly basis

Assist in the training of all Cart Attendant employees

Assist Outside Operations Manager when needed with entire operation of practice range (setting up pyramids and stands in the morning, removing stands and pyramids, in the evenings, ensuring pyramids are full throughout the day, and picking the range in the evening)

Monitor practice range equipment (practice balls, bag stands, range picker, shag bags, and ball washer) to ensure they are properly taken care of

Provide quality individual and group instruction to membership

Work through Sea Island Golf Club Teaching Program

Observe Sea Island Instructional staff as scheduled

Ensure Caddie Master is aware of Caddie needs at least 24 hours in advance

Communicate needs and provide feedback to Caddie Master

Assist Head Professional and Caddie Master with monitoring of Caddie’s performances

Assist Head Professional with all tournament operation needs

Communicate with Outside Service Manager to inform outside staff of tournament needs for practice range, golf carts, food and beverage needs, communication with security gate, and bag drop staff

Assist Outside Service staff when needed

Assist in supervising the Course Maintenance Personnel in charge of Daily Course Set-up routine

Assist Head Professional with golf course set up

Play with members and guests while improving your own game

Assist with teaching golf lessons or clinics while improving your skills to teach

Communicate food and beverage needs with Executive Chef for lunch at 10th tee

Maintain timeline for successful completion of Golf Professional Training Program

Fulfill PGA Member Service Requirement (MSR) to maintain a class “A” standing

Maintain a thorough knowledge of current guest services, activities, dining options, shops, local attractions, and historical information regarding Sea Island and the surrounding area to answer any questions guests may have to the best of one’s ability

If applicable, complete a Guest Problem Resolutions (GPR) form on any issues (solved or unsolved issues) and follow-up on issues as needed (if computer access is not available give information to admin support)

Maintains cleanliness and organization in all work areas

Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing

Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures

Report all equipment problems and maintenance issues, known safety hazards, or unsafe practices and procedures to supervisor immediately

Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement

Willing and timely execution of other duties as delegated by leadership

Physical Requirements:

Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb, stand, sit, balance, reach, hold, bend, push, pull, and walk for prolonged periods

Hearing and vision ability (close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus)

Must have the ability to work for extended time periods in an outdoor environment, including sun, heat, cold, wind, rain, and higher than normal noise levels

Must have the ability to teach and assist with golf lessons or clinics

Ability to lift, carry, pull and push up to 50 lbs intermittently throughout a shift

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal

May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and fume hazards

Ability to maintain compliance with Sea Island’s Company Resort Professional Image Policy

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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