Assistant Golf Professional

Areté Collective; Spicewood (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holidays, and parental?

Job summary

Areté Collective in Spicewood, TX is seeking an Assistant Golf Professional to join Loraloma, our world-class golf club. This onsite role encompasses instruction, retail, tournaments, and member experience, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and program programming.

You’ll provide lessons for players of all levels, assist with shop operations and events, and partner with teammates to ensure course readiness and a welcoming club atmosphere for members and guests at a premier Texas

Qualifications

• Must hold PGA Class A or Associate - Level 2 in good standing.
• Experience in golf operations, instruction, or a pro golf setting.
• Strong knowledge of golf techniques, rules, and etiquette.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for hospitality and golf.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group lessons for players of all skill levels.
• Create engaging, personalized coaching experiences that support player growth.
• Assist with junior golf programs, clinics, and player development initiatives.
• Support day-to-day golf operations to ensure a seamless experience on and off the course.
• Assist with golf shop operations, including merchandising, inventory, and maintaining a welcoming retail environment.
• Help manage practice facilities and ensure course readiness for daily play.
• Assist in planning and executing tournaments, outings, and special events.
• Support registration, scoring, and event logistics.
• Deliver elevated, personalized service to members and guests.
• Build strong relationships and foster a warm, inclusive club atmosphere.
• Proactively anticipate needs and resolve concerns with professionalism and care.
• Provide recommendations on club offerings, dining, and local experiences.
• Partner with golf professionals, staff, and other departments to ensure operational excellence.
• Support marketing and engagement efforts by promoting programs, events, and offerings.

Skills

Golf instruction

Player development

Customer service

Team collaboration

Event planning

Communication

Education

PGA Class A or Associate - Level 2

Job description

Together, We're More.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We're seeking a passionate and service-driven Assistant Golf Professional to join our world-class golf club at Loraloma in Spicewood, TX. This role is ideal for a golf professional who thrives in a dynamic, hospitality-focused environment and is eager to contribute across instruction, retail, tournaments, and member experience.

Our golf course, designed by world-renowned architect, David McLay Kidd, is at the heart of this vision. Carved through dramatic Hill Country terrain and overlooking the Pedernales River, the course delivers an extraordinary playing experience and a setting unlike anywhere else in Texas.

You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional golf programming and creating memorable experiences for members and guests, all while supporting the daily operations of a premier golf destination.

What You'll Do

Instruction & Player Development

• Provide individual and group lessons for players of all skill levels.
• Create engaging, personalized coaching experiences that support player growth.
• Assist with junior golf programs, clinics, and player development initiatives.

Golf Operations & Retail

• Support day-to-day golf operations to ensure a seamless experience on and off the course.
• Assist with golf shop operations, including merchandising, inventory, and maintaining a welcoming retail environment.
• Help manage practice facilities and ensure course readiness for daily play.

Tournaments & Events

• Assist in planning and executing tournaments, outings, and special events.
• Support registration, scoring, and event logistics.

Member & Guest Experience

• Deliver elevated, personalized service to members and guests.
• Build strong relationships and foster a warm, inclusive club atmosphere.
• Proactively anticipate needs and resolve concerns with professionalism and care.
• Provide recommendations on club offerings, dining, and local experiences.

Team Collaboration & Engagement

• Partner with golf professionals, staff, and other departments to ensure operational excellence.
• Support marketing and engagement efforts by promoting programs, events, and offerings.

What Sets You Apart

• Instructional Excellence: Ability to coach players of varying skill levels with adaptability and impact.
• Service Mindset: Commitment to creating exceptional, memorable experiences.
• Organization & Execution: Skilled at balancing lessons, events, and operational responsibilities.
• Team-Oriented Approach: Collaborative, positive, and solutions-focused.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Passion for Growth: Dedicated to continuous learning and professional development.

Working Environment

This is an onsite role at Loraloma, requiring both indoor and outdoor work. The position involves extended periods of standing and walking, as well as physical tasks such as handling equipment and inventory. The schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays to support club operations and events.

What We Offer

At Loraloma, we know that remarkable guest experiences begin with empowered, fulfilled team members.

We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Professional growth opportunities

Why Loraloma?

At Loraloma, we are committed to delivering an elevated golf and hospitality experience rooted in excellence, community, and a deep appreciation for the game. You'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to setting a new standard in club operations and member experience.

Watch the videos below to learn more about Loraloma!

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Requirements

• PGA Class A or Associate - minimum Level 2 in good standing.
• Prior experience in golf operations, instruction, or a professional golf setting.
• Strong knowledge of golf techniques, rules, and etiquette.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and the game of golf.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.