General Manager

Topgolf

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 129,000 - 147,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free Play & 1/2 price food

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

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Job summary

Topgolf is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-energy venue and own the full business, including revenue growth, cost control, and talent development across golf, food and beverage, and events.

The role requires building and leading a strong leadership team, driving performance, and maintaining accountability with a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. You will forecast, set financial targets, and partner with the local market to grow revenue.

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive leadership in hospitality, entertainment, or multi-revenue operations
2-5+ years as a General Manager with full P&L ownership
Proven success in high-volume, multi-revenue environments (F&B, events, entertainment)
Multi-unit or regional leadership experience is a plus
Must be 21 years of age or older as required by state or local law
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Lead the venue as the owner, driving revenue growth and profitability.
Build and develop the leadership team to run operations.
Set direction, forecast trends, and translate insights into action.
Ensure safety and compliance across the venue.
Drive events, partnerships, and activations to grow awareness and revenue.
Maintain a guest-focused culture and high-quality experiences.

Skills

Leadership

P&L ownership

Hospitality operations

Multi-revenue operations

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business administration, or related field

Job description

ABOUT TOPGOLF

Topgolf is a sports entertainment company that has changed how millions of people experience golf and where you can build a serious career. Our venues are high-energy, high-volume environments where performance matters and results are visible. Every day, we bring together golf, food and beverages, events, and entertainment into one experience that keeps guests coming back.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING

Are you the kind of leader who sees the full business, not just the operation in front of you? Do you think in terms of revenue, margin, talent, and long-term growth? Are you comfortable being accountable for results without waiting to be told what to do? We are looking for a General Manager who operates as an owner. Someone who builds teams, drives performance, and takes full responsibility for the success of the venue. This role is not about maintaining standards. It is about setting them and raising them. If you want to run a business, not just manage a shift; this is where you do it.

THE ROLE

The General Manager is the leader of the entire venue and owns the full business. This includes revenue growth, cost management, talent development, and the overall guest experience across golf, food and beverage, and events. You will set the direction for the business, build the leadership team that runs it, and drive performance across every part of the operation. This role operates with autonomy and expects accountability. As the leader of a high-energy, guest-facing venue, this role requires a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with availability to work extended hours during peak periods, special events, and high-volume seasons.

OWN THE BUSINESS

Take full ownership of venue performance including revenue, labor, costs, and overall profitability. Demonstrate strong business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and translate insights into strategies that protect and grow the business. Build and execute the annual operating plan with clear financial targets and priorities. Manage the P&L with intention, understanding how each part of the business contributes to results. Forecast, identify trends early, and act decisively to protect and grow the business. Drive new revenue through partnerships, events, and local market opportunities.

LEADING THE GUEST EXPERIENCE

Set the standard for a consistent, high-quality experience across all guest occasions. Use guest feedback and operational data to continuously improve the experience. Stay visible in the venue and lead from the floor.

BUILD AND LEAD YOUR TEAM

Hire, develop, and retain a strong leadership team that can operate independently. Create a culture where people are engaged, respected, and held accountable. Invest in talent development and build a pipeline of future leaders. Address performance directly and maintain a high bar for the team. Represent the Brand. Build relationships in the local market with businesses, community leaders, and partners. Position the venue as a destination in the community. Drive events, partnerships, and activations that grow awareness and revenue.

ENSURE COMPLIANCE AND SAFETY

Maintain a safe and compliant environment for all guests and associates. Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations. Build a culture where safety and compliance are part of daily operations.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

Drives Results

Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Creates an organization that pushes forward in difficult circumstances.
Eliminates obstacles that affect organizational performance.
Gets results that have a clear, positive, and direct impact on business performance.
Drives the organization to achieve results and holds people accountable for outcomes.

Strategic Mindset

Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.

Leverages the organization’s key differentiators to develop a viable long-term strategy.
Explores future scenarios and possibilities to help the organization respond to change and shape the future.
Revisits and updates business strategies in response to evolving market dynamics and organizational needs.
Develops and integrates organizational strategies to achieve and sustain competitive advantage.

Builds Effective Teams

Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

Builds a cohesive leadership team that drives the goals and success of the organization.
Creates a culture with systems and processes that enable cross-functional teamwork.
Instills a common mindset and team spirit across the organization.
Models teamwork by working effectively with other leaders throughout the organization.

Ensures Accountability

Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Creates an environment of accountability for meeting agreed-upon expectations.
Ensures that the organization meets its commitments.
Holds leaders accountable for the performance of their teams.
Uses management systems to monitor the organization’s performance against goals.

Customer Focus

Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Creates a sense of urgency throughout the venue on the importance of meeting guest needs.
Ensures that the organizational resources and support are focused on delivering outstanding guest experiences.
Establishes partnerships and relationships with key guests, event clients, and community partners.
Fosters a guest-focused environment where every team member feels ownership over the experience.

Being Resilient

Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Shows persistence in the face of adversity or obstacles and encourages others to do the same.
Helps the venue recover momentum and confidence after failures or setbacks.
Displays stability and resilience in the face of crisis, enabling the team to remain focused and productive.
Helps the organization grow from hardships and difficult experiences.

Manages Ambiguity

Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.

Embraces change and makes decisions and acts without complete information or a clear road map.
Conveys stability and provides direction to the team in evolving or uncertain times.
Finds opportunities inherent in the unknown and guides the venue to capitalize on them.
Effectively manages the stress that accompanies transitions and change, helping the team adapt productively.

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of progressive leadership in hospitality, entertainment, or multi-revenue operations, including experience in complex environments such as large-scale entertainment venues, resorts, casinos, or similar operations
2-5+ years as a General Manager (or equivalent) with full P&L ownership
Proven success in high-volume, multi-revenue environments (F&B, events, entertainment)
Multi-unit or regional leadership experience is a plus
Ability to obtain required licenses and certifications for your location
Must be 21 years of age or older as required by state or local law
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, including bending, stooping, and carrying
Ability to remain on your feet and in motion for extended periods throughout the shift, including standing, walking, and navigating stairs
Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks consistently throughout the workday in a fast-paced, high-energy venue environment
Ability to work in varying outdoor weather conditions for extended periods of time, including heat, cold, and inclement weather
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a venue environment that may include moderate to high levels of background noise
Ability to remain in a stationary position for periods of time while performing desk-based tasks, including working at a computer and reviewing documents

SOUNDS LIKE A FIT?

We cannot wait to meet with you!

Compensation Details

At Topgolf, we regularly evaluate market data to ensure our compensation programs remain competitive and aligned with the markets we serve. Individual compensation is determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.

Base Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $146,950.00 USD Annual

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Topgolf's bonus incentive program.

BENEFITS

Free Play & 1/2 price food!
Health, dental, vision, 401(k) team member match, free mental well-being platform – and that’s just for starters for those who qualify.

EEO Statement

Topgolf is a global sports and entertainment community and is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. As an affirmative action employer, Topgolf also takes steps to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for our Guests, Associates, business partners, vendors, and the communities we serve. Topgolf is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

TOPGOLF PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

Topgolf participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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