Assistant in Training

Ridglea Country Club; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation, Bereavement and holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Ridglea Country Club in Fort Worth, TX, seeks an Assistant in Training to support Golf Operations. This full-time role focuses on delivering elevated hospitality, organizing Outside Services, and coordinating with the golf shop to meet member and guest needs.

You will lead and train staff, help manage check-ins, tee times, and pace-of-play, and assist with tournaments and member programs in a dynamic private-club environment.

Qualifications

• Strong service orientation and commitment to exceptional member and guest experiences.
• Ability to lead and train a team in a fast-paced private club environment.
• Clear communication, organization, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with golf shop staff, Outside Services, and other club departments.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, sound judgment, reliability, and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Outside Services operations, including staffing, opening/closing procedures, and service standards at bag drop, cart staging, practice facilities, parking, and club storage.
• Coordinate with the golf shop to anticipate member and guest needs, ensure coverage, address service concerns, and provide hands-on support during peak periods.
• Assist with golfer check-in, tee sheet and pace-of-play coordination, GHIN system, and other daily golf operations.
• Maintain presentation and readiness standards for carts, practice areas, bag stands, range-ball inventory, and club storage.
• Support golf shop merchandising and inventory activities, including receiving, pricing, displays, special orders, and promotions.
• Assist with planning and executing tournaments and member programs, including registration, setup, scoring, prizes, communications, carts, and practice facilities.
• Develop Outside Services team members through direction, coaching, accountability, and leadership.

Skills

Service orientation

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Weekend availability

Job description

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Assistant in Training

Golf Course - South Fort Worth, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1505

Who We Are

Since 1954, Ridglea Country Club has brought Fort Worth families together through shared experiences, lasting connections, and traditions that continue year after year. Defined by timeless architectural character and a relaxed, social atmosphere, Ridglea blends longstanding tradition with the way members live today.

Some clubs are reserved for special occasions. Ridglea is built for real life.

The Role

Every position at Ridglea contributes to the member experience. As a full-time member of Golf Operations reporting to the Head Golf Professional, the Assistant in Training (AIT) helps deliver the consistent, elevated hospitality that defines the Ridglea Experience. Success comes from taking ownership of the role, working as a team, and treating members, guests, and fellow team members with kindness and respect.

Whether serving members directly or supporting operations behind the scenes, the Assistant in Training (AIT) role helps create an experience that feels welcoming, thoughtful, and consistently Ridglea.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily Outside Services operations, including staffing, training, opening and closing procedures, and service standards at the bag drop, cart staging, practice facilities, parking areas, and club storage.
• Coordinate closely with the golf shop to anticipate member and guest needs, maintain efficient coverage, address service concerns, and provide hands-on support during peak periods.
• Assist with golfer check-in, tee sheet and pace-of-play coordination, golf shop opening and closing, the GHIN Handicap System, and other daily golf operations.
• Maintain presentation and readiness standards for carts, practice areas, bag stands, range-ball inventory, club storage, and other outside golf facilities.
• Support golf shop merchandising and inventory activities, including receiving, pricing, displays, special orders, program promotion, and basic club repair when trained.
• Assist with planning and executing tournaments and member programs, including registration, setup, scoring, prizes, communications, carts, practice facilities, and post-event responsibilities.
• Develop Outside Services team members through clear direction, coaching, accountability, and positive leadership while building the operational knowledge needed to advance in the golf profession.

What You'll Bring

• Strong service orientation and commitment to creating exceptional member and guest experiences.
• Ability to lead, motivate, train, and work alongside a team in a fast-paced private club environment.
• Clear communication, organization, time-management , and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with golf shop staff, Outside Services, and other club departments.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, sound judgment, reliability, and a strong sense of ownership.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, and extended hours as golf operations require.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform the physical duties associated with inside and outside golf operations.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Working knowledge of the game of golf, golf etiquette, the Rules of Golf, and private club operations.
• Experience in golf operations, Outside Services, hospitality, retail, recreation, or team supervision.
• Familiarity with tournament administration, tee sheet systems, GHIN, merchandising, inventory control, or club repair.
• Demonstrated interest in advancing into an Assistant Golf Professional or golf management leadership role.

Why Ridglea

At Ridglea Country Club, we believe our people are what makes the Ridglea Experience possible. We are committed to creating an environment where team members can grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and take pride in their work. The Ridglea Connection is at the heart of who we are, bringing our team together through shared experiences, meaningful connections, and a sense of belonging.

• Competitive compensation - this role is hourly pay plus tip share when working outside
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation, Bereavement and holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Rotating menu for employee meals
• Retail discounts on merchandise

*Subject to availability and club guidelines.

• Service awards and recognition programs
• Team holiday bonus and celebration
• A collaborative and service-focused culture