Assistant Golf Professional

Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform

Meal while on duty

Playing and practicing privileges

Resort Discounts at Club & Hotel

Job summary

Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail in Colorado is seeking a Golf Shop Assistant to oversee daily golf operations and provide exceptional service to members. The successful candidate will assist in managing the Golf Shop, handle point-of-sale activities, and conduct golf instruction.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s degree or relevant experience, PGA affiliation, and a passion for the golf industry. Benefits include uniform, meals while on duty, and resort discounts.

Qualifications

• PGA member in good standing or actively pursuing registration.
• Experience at a high-end Private Club or Resort is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily golf operations including opening/closing the Golf Shop.
• Reconcile daily tee sheets and assist with billing.
• Conduct individual golf instruction and assist with Play Development Programs.

Skills

Knowledge of golf course management

Basic computer skills

First Aid and CPR certification

Professional golf playing and teaching techniques

USGA Rules of Golf knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Point-of-sale systems

Job description

Wage Range: $25 - $29/hr

Typical Schedule: 5 days per week

Primary Purpose of Position

Assist in administering all daily golf operations including, but not limited to: opening and closing the Golf Shop, facilitating sales, managing tee sheet applications, golf tournament administration, acting as Golf Course starter/ranger, assisting the player services team, and assisting with the Club’s merchandise program. All duties of the position shall be performed with a commitment to provide “world class” service to all members and guests.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in administering all point-of-sale activities as it applies to green fee sales, merchandise sales and member/guest billing. Coordinates with accounting department all policy and procedure revisions, updates, and implementation.
• Follows established Golf Shop opening and closing procedures. Reconciles daily tee sheets, performs check‑in, and resolves discrepancies as it applies to duplicate charges and over/under payment.
• Promotes all Club activities.
• Assists with maintaining the Golf Shop to be neat, clean and well‑stocked.
• Assist with tournament operations as assigned including weekly member games.
• Conducts individual golf instruction and assists Director of Instruction in all Play Development Programs.
• Assists in managing golf car fleet, practice facility, golf bag storage and locker room facilities.
• Assists with inventory control of hard goods, soft goods and special orders including ordering procedures, receiving procedures, inputting into point of sale, pricing and sales.
• Assists with monitoring all members’ scores, reports handicapping to USGA and bills members for annual handicap fees.
• Conducts oneself in a professional manner and maintains a professional image at all times.
• Assists in coordinating golf activities with other departments.
• Attends conferences, workshops, meetings and trade shows to keep abreast of industry trends.
• Plays golf with members on a regular basis; maintains professional relationship at all times.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience

• Associate’s degree (AA); or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PGA member in good standing, PGA Associate, or individual working to register with the PGA of America and desire to further their career in the golf industry.
• Experience at a high‑end Private Club or Resort preferred.

Special Skills/Equipment

• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Basic computer skills
• Maintain certification in First Aid and CPR training
• Knowledge of golf course management and operation practices and procedures
• Professional knowledge of the standards techniques of playing and teaching golf
• USGA Rules of Golf knowledge
• Knowledge of golf‑related concessions, equipment merchandising, maintenance of course, and related facilities
• Well organized and detail oriented

Essential Physical Requirements

• Frequent reaching, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and balancing
• Able to stand and/or walk for duration of shift
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 lbs
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Employee Conduct

• It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co‑workers, guests, members and vendors.

Benefits

• Uniform
• Meal while on duty
• Equipment Manufacturer Staff Deal Possibility
• Playing and practicing privileges
• Use of Sonnenalp Club Fitness facility
• Resort Discounts at Club & Hotel

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Management may assign or reassign duties.