First Assistant Golf Professional

Salamander Palm Beach Employer; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Triple Stick Golf Club in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, is opening a private golf operation and seeks a First Assistant Golf Professional to help establish its culture and standards. You will work closely with the Head Golf Professional and PGA National Resort leadership to deliver a refined member experience.

The role requires hands‑on leadership, exceptional communication, and a passion for golf. You will participate in the November 2026 opening and contribute to ongoing staff development and club

Qualifications

• Professional conduct expected on and off the golf course.
• Strong communication, guest relations and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with staff and members.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Golf Operations with a member‑centric service mindset.
• Assist in staff deployment, training and SOP execution.
• Deliver personalized member experiences and uphold club standards.
• Assist with inventory, purchasing, and revenue tracking within Golf Operations.
• Participate in member events and programs to foster belonging.

Skills

Professionalism

Guest interaction

Communication skills

Leadership

Golf knowledge

Customer service

Tools

Golf Genius

Tee sheet

Point of Sale

Reporting systems

Job description

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Golf Operations Full Time Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1627

LENGTH OF SEASON:

Year-Round

POSITION BEGINS:

November 1 st , 2026 (Flexible)

REPORTS TO:

Head Golf Professional, Triple Stick Golf Club

FACILITY DESCRIPTION:

Triple Stick Golf Club represents a new chapter in private club life at PGA National Resort—an intimate, members-only golf experience rooted in architectural heritage, purposeful design, and a shared love for the game. Located within the private, gated Bay Hill Estates community in Palm Beach Gardens, Triple Stick combines a completely reimagined championship golf course with enhanced practice facilities, distinctive dining and social experiences, and access to the broader amenities of PGA National Resort.

The 18-hole course is being redesigned by Love Golf Design, led by World Golf Hall of Fame member Davis Love III, alongside Mark Love and lead architect Scot Sherman. The Triple Stick name itself reflects the club’s heritage: “Triple” references Davis Love III’s longtime nickname, “Tripp,” while “Stick” pays homage to Pete and Alice Dye and, specifically, Crooked Stick Golf Club. That connection between the Love and Dye families is expressed throughout a course designed to encourage creativity, reward thoughtful decision‑making, and provide multiple strategic paths from tee to green. Set along the routing of the former Estates Course, the transformation builds upon the property’s natural South Florida contours while establishing a more distinctive visual identity and broader range of playing choices. The 18‑hole championship course, expanded practice facilities, and golf lounge are scheduled to open to members in November 2026.

Triple Stick is a private, non‑equity club, with family membership privileges extending to a member’s spouse or significant other and children under age 23. Membership provides unlimited golf access to Triple Stick and PGA National Resort courses, along with access to the resort’s recreational and fitness facilities, clubhouse dining, member programming, and preferred pricing at resort restaurants, spa and retail.

Completing the experience will be an approximately 11,000-square‑foot clubhouse designed by Peacock + Lewis, conceived as the social heart of the membership experience. Drawing upon Island and Old Florida influences, the clubhouse will emphasize indoor‑outdoor living, dining and connection in an environment that is elegant yet personal in scale and relaxed in spirit. Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2027, with an anticipated opening in early 2028. Until then, Triple Stick will operate from temporary facilities providing a golf shop, cart operations, and food‑and‑beverage service.

POSITION CONCEPT:

The First Assistant Golf Professional will be a key member of the opening Golf Operations team at Triple Stick Golf Club, helping establish its culture, experience and operating standards from the ground up. Reporting to the Head Golf Professional and working closely with the PGA National Resort Director of Golf, this individual will help translate the vision for Triple Stick into an intimate, refined and highly personalized private‑club experience—one built around exceptional golf, genuine relationships, thoughtful service and a strong sense of belonging.

The successful candidate must combine a visible and engaging presence, strong operational discipline, exceptional communication skills and a genuine love of the game. Equally important will be a willingness to be hands‑on, embrace responsibility, learn every aspect of the operation and consistently execute the standards expected of a premier private golf club. The Assistant Golf Professional will be expected to know the membership personally, anticipate needs and contribute to an environment where members and their guests feel genuinely recognized and connected to the Club.

This is a distinctive career‑development and club‑building opportunity to help launch a new private golf club while benefiting from the scale, resources and championship heritage of PGA National Resort. The First Assistant Golf Professional will work closely with the newly hired Head Golf Professional, Director of Golf Kevin Muldoon, and leaders throughout PGA National Resort to successfully open Triple Stick, establish its traditions and operating standards, and build a foundation for continued professional growth and increased leadership responsibility. The structure is to mentor, develop, and move our professional staff on in their careers or through the ranks at Triple Stick Golf Club or PGA National Resort.

DESIRED QUALITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal character that personifies professionalism on and off the golf course.
• Visible ambassador and engaging personality that seeks opportunities to interface with members and guests.
• A member‑first mindset with an instinct for anticipation, recognition, personalization and follow‑through.
• An uncompromising commitment to service excellence, presentation and the details that define a refined private‑club experience.
• Working knowledge of Golf Genius and contemporary tee‑sheet, point‑of‑sale, communications and reporting platforms.
• A confident player as there are frequent playing opportunities with members and guests.
• A team player driven to aid the success of Triple Stick Golf Club and PGA National Resort.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Head Golf Professional in the daily execution of Golf Operations at Triple Stick Golf Club, consistently delivering the Club's vision, operating standards and desired member experience.
• Play an active role in operational readiness for the November 2026 opening, including training, standard operating procedures, service standards, member communications, temporary‑facility operations and operational rehearsals.
• Assist with daily staff deployment, scheduling, timekeeping and supervision while helping reinforce expectations, accountability and service standards throughout Golf Operations.
• Deliver a highly personalized member experience built on recognition, proactive communication, availability and consistent professional presence throughout the member journey.
• Assist with Golf Operations financial controls, including invoice processing, purchasing, inventory management, revenue tracking, expense management and other reporting responsibilities as assigned.
• Consistently execute established operating standards, checklists, service audits and communication routines while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain a highly visible presence as an ambassador for Triple Stick, regularly engaging members at arrival, in the golf shop, on the practice facilities, at the first tee and throughout the Club.
• Support the Head Golf Professional and Director of Retail with retail operations, including merchandising, special orders, inventory controls, receiving, presentation and the transition into the permanent golf shop upon completion of the clubhouse.
• Assist in the planning and execution of member golf programming, tournaments, events and traditions that create engagement, camaraderie and a strong sense of belonging.
• Maintain close communication with Agronomy regarding course presentation, daily setup, practice‑facility standards, traffic management, weather conditions and other information affecting the member experience.
• Understand, communicate and consistently enforce Club policies governing access, attire, pace of play, golf carts, practice areas and conduct in a professional and member‑focused manner.
• Take ownership of exceptional setup, cleanliness, organization and presentation across arrival, outside operations, the first tee, practice facilities, comfort stations and all member touchpoints.
• Support prospective‑member visits and new‑member onboarding by providing a polished introduction to the Club, its golf experience, traditions and operating procedures.
• Assist with the training and development of Golf Operations associates and Outside Operations team members, helping reinforce established standards and expectations.
• Participate actively in professional development opportunities, PGA education and cross‑functional learning throughout PGA National Resort.
• Cultivate strong, collaborative working relationships across Golf Operations, Club leadership and PGA National Resort.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and protect a club culture rooted in the game, enriched by belonging and defined by warmth, discretion and attention to detail.
• Be highly visible, approachable and responsive while enthusiastically promoting golf, fellowship and participation at Triple Stick.
• Earn members' trust through consistent follow‑through, sound judgment, confidentiality and a genuine understanding of their preferences.
• Remain knowledgeable about Triple Stick, PGA National Resort and the broader amenities and services available to members and their families.
• Play golf with members and guests when appropriate, using time on the golf course as an opportunity to build relationships, understand the member experience and represent the Club professionally.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor consistent with Triple Stick and PGA National Resort standards at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to assist across all areas of Golf Operations as required by the needs of the Club.
• Pursue continued professional growth through PGA education, mentorship, operational exposure and increased responsibility, with the goal of developing into a future leader within the golf industry.