General Manager/COO

Metropolitan Chapter of CMAA; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Cold Spring Country Club in Huntington, NY is seeking an accomplished General Manager/Chief Operating Officer to provide dynamic leadership that aligns with our member-focused, family-oriented culture. The GM/COO will guide operations, governance, and strategy to enhance the member experience.

The role requires partnership with the Board and committees, strong business and financial acumen, and a commitment to service, fiscal discipline, and ongoing operational excellence across golf, dining,

Qualifications

• Experience leading a complex private club operation.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Proven ability to engage the Board and committees.
• Member-focused, family-oriented leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead a private club operation with accountability to members and the Board.
• Build relationships with members, employees, and the Board of Directors.
• Develop and implement a long-range strategic plan in partnership with the Board.
• Champion a culture of exceptional service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Job description

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Cold Spring Country Club | Huntington, NY

Job Posting

Aug. 27, 2026

GENERAL MANAGER/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER OPPORTUNITY AT COLD SPRING COUNTRY CLUB

Cold Spring Country Club is seeking an accomplished, highly visible, and engaging General Manager/Chief Operating Officer who will provide dynamic leadership while embracing the Club’s member-focused, family-oriented culture. The successful candidate will be a confident and approachable leader with a proven ability to build meaningful relationships with members, employees, and the Board of Directors. A transparent and collaborative leadership style, coupled with an understanding of the traditions and evolving expectations of a member-owned private club located on Long Island, NewYork.

The ideal candidate will bring strong business and financial acumen, sound judgment, and a demonstrated ability to lead a complex club operation with consistency and accountability. As a trusted strategic partner to the Board, the GM/COO will effectively engage committees and the management team while providing thoughtful guidance on both near-term priorities and developing, with the Board, the Club’s long-range vision and strategic plan. An awareness of emerging private club trends, changing member expectations, and opportunities to continually elevate the member experience will be particularly important.

This individual will champion a culture of exceptional service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, positioning the Club as one of the region’s premier private clubs while preserving the character, traditions, and sense of community valued by its membership.

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ABOUT COLD SPRING COUNTRY CLUB

Nestled on Long Island’s historic Gold Coast, Cold Spring Country Club is a timeless retreat where heritage, recreation, and family traditions come together. Originally commissioned in 1919 by Otto Kahn and designed by legendary architect Seth Raynor, the championship golf course winds through more than 170 acres of rolling, wooded terrain surrounding the estate’s iconic castle. Since its founding as a private club in 1947, Cold Spring has cultivated a welcoming, family friendly atmosphere where generations of members have created lasting memories in a setting defined by elegance and natural beauty.

The par-71 championship course is celebrated for its immaculate conditioning and some of the finest, fastest greens on Long Island. With multiple tee options, the layout offers both a formidable challenge for accomplished players and an enjoyable experience for beginners and families alike. An expansive practice facility, including a full grass driving range, oversized putting green, chipping and pitching areas, and sand traps, ensures golfers of every level have the opportunity to refine their game.

Beyond golf, Cold Spring Country Club offers a vibrant array of amenities designed to engage every member of the family. The clubhouse provides full-service dining and entertainment in an inviting atmosphere, along with extensivecatering capabilities for weddings, banquets, and special events. Two swimming pools, six tennis courts, 3 pickleball courts, and a fully stocked Pro Shop complement the club’s recreational offerings. The dynamic tennis program features inter-club competition, clinics for all ages, tournaments, cardio tennis, and social events that foster camaraderie and community. The Club recently sold a parcel of land not associated with the golf course, generating substantial funds to support major capital improvements over the next two years. Planned projects include a new pool area, a redesigned 19th hole with an outdoor bar and putting park, expanded fitness facilities, and a renovated men’s locker room all reinforcing the Club’s commitment to enhancing the member experience.

Members enjoy proximity to scenic waterfronts, historic estates, boutique shopping, fine dining, and convenient access to New York City. This exceptional setting enhances the club experience, offering a perfect balance of tranquil escapeand metropolitan accessibility, making Cold Spring not just a club, but a true home away from home.

COLD SPRING COUNTRY CLUB MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Cold Spring Country Club is to provide all members with a positive social experience in golf, tennis, dining, entertainment, and special events. The club strives to maintain and build upon its reputation as a superior, familyoriented, and inclusive private country club, proud of its history and legacy, making every effort to improve and stay ahead of the curve. We revisit our mission statement on a regular basis, making sure we change positively with thetimes but also making certain that we adhere to our core values.

COLD SPRING COUNTRY CLUB BY THE NUMBERS

• Initiation Fee $50,00 (Full Golf Member)
• Annual Dues: $29,500 (Full Golf Member)
• 274 Members (195 Full Golf Members, 79 all other categories)
• Approximately $12.06M Annual Gross Volume
• Approximately $2.6M Annual Food and