Head Golf Professional

LGH Hotel Management Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group near Cambridge is seeking a Head Golf Professional to lead the coaching programs and manage the pro shop at The Cambridgeshire Golf Club. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified PGA Professionals with strong commercial awareness and leadership skills. The role involves developing services for golfers and enhancing the overall guest experience. This is a fantastic opportunity in an exciting golf environment.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel stays

Shopping discounts

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Wellbeing support and resources

Qualifications

• Fully qualified PGA Professional with proven coaching experience.
• Experience managing retail operations and delivering excellent customer service.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to daily golf operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop coaching services for all player levels.
• Oversee retail and pro shop to ensure quality service.
• Support daily golf operations alongside team members.

Skills

Coaching experience

Commercial awareness

Customer service

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

PGA Professional qualification

Job description

Head Golf Professional

Cambridge Bar Hill Hotel, Signature Collection By Best Western

Join Us as Head Golf Professional – The Cambridgeshire Golf Club

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate golf professional to lead our team at The Cambridgeshire Golf Club.

As Head Golf Professional, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the club’s coaching programmes, retail experience, and pro shop operations. You’ll also support the wider management of the golf business, helping to deliver an exceptional experience for our members and guests.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Leading and developing coaching services for players of all levels
• Overseeing the retail and pro shop offering, ensuring a high-quality customer experience
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the golf operation
• Collaborating with the wider team to drive innovation and excellence across the club

This is a brilliant opportunity to bring your expertise, energy, and leadership to a thriving golf environment.

Benefits

• Employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio
• Shopping discounts on groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and holidays
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and fitness videos
• Recipe ideas and advice on healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and TV
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Be a fully qualified PGA Professional with proven coaching experience across all abilities
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness, with experience managing retail operations and delivering excellent customer service
• Have a proactive, hands-on approach to supporting daily golf operations
• Lead a team confidently and collaborate effectively across departments
• Show a commitment to growing the game and enhancing member and guest experiences
• Possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Hotel

Located on the A14, near Cambridge, the Cambridge Bar Hill Hotel is part of the Signature Collection by Best Western. Attractions nearby include Cambridge’s museums and colleges, Newmarket racecourse, and Duxford’s Imperial War Museum.

The hotel features an 18-hole, par 72 golf course that has hosted professional tournaments like the PGA East Anglian Open.

With 136 bedrooms, including family options, and facilities such as a wedding venue, meeting rooms, indoor pool, fitness suite, and spa amenities, it offers a comprehensive hospitality experience.

Our dining options include a grill, lounge, and bar serving a variety of meals from burgers to steaks and salads.

About us

LGH Hotels Management manages 42 hotels across the UK, including brands like Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western. We offer exciting career opportunities in hospitality and invite you to join our dynamic team to shape the future of the industry.