Executive Director, Private Members Club

California-Institute-of-Technology; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 193,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

The Athenaeum General Manager at Caltech leads a private membership club serving faculty, students, staff and community members. This role directs operations across hotel, dining, events, and membership while shaping long-term strategy and donor relations.

You will manage budgets, revenues, cost controls, marketing, staff development, and governance collaborations, ensuring exceptional member experiences and alignment with Caltech’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, or related field; or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• 10+ years of hospitality leadership experience.
• Established experience in a private club, luxury hotel, resort, or historic property with oversight of multi-department operations.
• Proven success overseeing hotel and private club financials including operating and capital budgets, member dues models, food, beverage, and events performance, and other related KPIs.
• Proven experience working with Boards, Trustees, or governance committees, including regular reporting and strategic collaboration.
• Track record of strategic planning, and organizational leadership.
• Experience leading high-touch service environments focused on exceptional member and guest experiences.
• Demonstrated success leading digital marketing, social media, and brand repositioning initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and broad direction to all departments within The Athenaeum.
• Oversee budgeting, revenues, and cost controls; drive financial performance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Boards, Trustees, and governance committees; report on policy and performance.
• Lead marketing, communications, and member relations programs to attract and engage members.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations; coordinate licensing and certifications; support campus goals.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget planning

Fundraising

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in hospitality management

Master's degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

The Athenaeum General Manager at Caltech leads a private membership club serving faculty, students, staff and community members. This role directs operations across hotel, dining, events, and membership while shaping long-term strategy and donor relations.

You will manage budgets, revenues, cost controls, marketing, staff development, and governance collaborations, ensuring exceptional member experiences and alignment with Caltech’s mission.