Assistant Club Manager

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

On-site housing

Club privileges

Meals provided

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks an Assistant Manager for a private hunting and fishing club on a 3,000-acre waterfront property in Florida. This full-time, on-site role blends hospitality with property maintenance, equipment operation, and member interaction.

The ideal candidate loves the outdoors, can work independently, and maintains facilities, boats, and grounds to high standards. Benefits include health insurance, PTO, on-site housing, and club privileges.

Qualifications

• Hospitality mindset and strong service orientation for private club members.
• Demonstrated integrity, reliability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Flexibility to perform hands-on and operational duties in outdoor settings.
• Experience operating tractors, boats, mowers, utility vehicles, and maintenance equipment.
• Experience handling firearms and safe handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Property & Grounds Maintenance: operate tractors and boats, assist with land management and general upkeep, maintain lodging, docks, and common areas.
• Boating & Waterfront Operations: launch, fuel, maintain club boats, ensure safe vessel operation and dock upkeep.
• Hunting & Recreation Support: assist with hunting and fishing activities and habitat management.
• Member Services & Club Operations: provide excellent service to members, support seasonal operations, collaborate with management to uphold high club standards.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Integrity

Independent worker

Strong work ethic

Equipment operation

Boats & tractors

Firearms safety

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Multitasking

Tools

Tractor equipment

Boats

Mowers

Utility vehicles

Hand tools

Maintenance equipment

Firearms handling

Job description

Job description:

Assistant Manager - Private Hunting & Fishing Club

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $40k Per Year + weekly tips (avg $200 - $800)
Benefits: Onsite Housing (2 bed/1bath + utilities paid for), Kitchen staff provides meals (Oct – May), Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Club Privileges
Location: On-site

Position Overview

A private hunting and fishing club is seeking a motivated, hands-on Assistant Manager to support the daily operations, maintenance, and member experience of 3,000 acre waterfront property. This position works closely with club leadership to ensure the property, grounds, facilities, equipment, and recreational amenities are consistently maintained to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate is someone who loves the outdoors, takes pride in caring for land and equipment, and can be trusted to work independently with minimal supervision. This role requires a combination of hospitality, property maintenance, equipment operation, and member interaction. Background check and drug test required for employment.

Key Responsibilities

Property & Grounds Maintenance

• Ability to operate tractors and boats required
• Assist with tree work, land management projects, landscaping, and general property upkeep.
• Help maintain facilities, lodging accommodations, docks, storage areas, and recreational spaces.
• Monitor equipment and facilities to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Maintain club grounds, roads, trails, food plots, and common areas.

Boating & Waterfront Operations

• Launch, retrieve, clean, fuel, and maintain club boats.
• Safely operate vessels on club waterways as needed.
• Assist with dock maintenance and boating operations.
• Follow all boating safety procedures and applicable regulations.

Hunting & Recreation Support

• Assist with hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation activities as needed.
• Support wildlife and habitat management initiatives.
• Maintain equipment associated with hunting and fishing operations.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of firearms and related equipment.

Member Services & Club Operations

• Provide excellent service and support to club members and guests.
• Assist with seasonal operations during peak member activity periods.
• Work collaboratively with management to ensure a high-quality club experience.
• Respond to operational needs and prioritize tasks effectively.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong hospitality and member-service mindset.
• Demonstrated integrity, reliability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform both hands-on and operational responsibilities.
• Experience operating tractors, boats, mowers, utility vehicles, hand tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Experience working with firearms and understanding safe handling practices.
• Ability to safely operate boats and tractors on the property.
• General knowledge of vessel operation, maintenance, boating regulations, and safety practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Flexible availability during busy club seasons.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who enjoys outdoor living and takes genuine pride in maintaining a beautiful property. The successful candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and capable of identifying and addressing needs without constant direction. A positive attitude, strong character, and the ability to interact professionally with members are essential.

Club members are typically on-site from October through May, making this a particularly important time for maintaining exceptional service and property conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• On-site housing provided
• Club privileges
• Opportunity to work in a unique outdoor recreation environment

Apply Today

If you are passionate about the outdoors, enjoy working with equipment and land management, and take pride in maintaining exceptional properties and experiences, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Boating: 1 year (Preferred)
• Tractor operating: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person