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Assistant Golf Professional

Twice, Lakeland, Florida, United States, 33809

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Overview

Founded in 1964 by George Jenkins, Lone Palm is one of the premier private golf clubs in Central Florida with the following mission: To provide premier member experience that honors tradition, embraces innovation, and fosters meaningful connections. Lone Palm is comitted to preserving its legacy while ensuring the club continues to grow, modernize, and deliver exceptional value to future generations. One of the most beautiful courses in Central Florida, Lone Palm is set on nearly 400 acres of beautiful scenery and wildlife. The 18-hole, championship course provides both challenge and enjoyment for professionals and novices alike. Designed in 1965 by legendary golf course architect, Dick Wilson and renovated by Steve Smyers in 2022, Lone Palm has played host to many professional, amateur, and charity tournaments. The course winds its way through serene Florida landscape providing breathtaking views along the way. Experience Required

Registered PGA Associate working towards Class A or Class A member preferred but not required. Previous experience in a golf-related role or relevant education in golf management. Private club experience preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service. Knowledge of golf equipment, rules, and etiquette. Experience with golf instruction and the ability to teach players of different skill levels. Essential Responsibilities

Oversee the entire golf operation in the absence of the Head Professional. Spread hospitality, good will among all members and guests. Provide golf instruction and conduct clinics. Manage and oversee the development of the Junior development program. Play with our members. Continue to work on your game. Assist in making sure the golf shop is maintained in a neat and clean manner on a daily basis. Assist in creating the budget and handling budget variances under the Head Golf Professional's direction. Coordinate the receiving and pricing merchandise with the Professional Staff. Manage all hard goods purchases to include: creation of Open to Buy plans & budgets, staff agreements, balls, gloves, clubs and miscellaneous. Ensure the daily, weekly and monthly procedures are being followed. Organize Professional Staff meetings. Oversee Professional Staff scheduling to assure proper performance. Possess a thorough understanding of overall golf operation. Ensure that all golf shop supplies and all reports are maintained correctly. Perform any and all duties requested by Owners, General Manager and Head Professional. Fundamental knowledge of the game of golf, rules of golf, golf facility operations and tournament operations. Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a professional image at all times. Service and member focused attitude. Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills. Experienced computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in other applications, i.e. email, internet, tournament, database & POS. Proficiency in the operation of tournament software (Golf Genius preferred.) Work with and assist in coordinating golf activities with other departments. Assist in tournament planning, promotion, preparation, scoring, announcements, billing, and follow-up. Assist with all opening / closing procedures and POS operation. Self-motivated with desire to promote and market golf shop merchandise. Assist in the inventory control of hard goods, soft goods, and special orders including: ordering procedures, receiving procedures, point of sale transactions, pricing procedures, display and sales. Assist with management of outside service staff to ensure the highest quality of service is achieved. Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance Meals while on duty Vendor Staff agreements Clothing allowance Playing and practice privileges PGM and other education reimbursement Life and LTD 401 K plan The Club will provide a Relocation stipend for the chosen candidate.

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