Golf Course Starter: Pace & Guest Experience

Ultipro; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k (19+)

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Meadowlark Golf Course in Hinsdale, IL seeks a friendly Starter to welcome players, explain daily rules, and manage pace of play. You will coordinate groups from the first tee, maintain starting sheets, and ensure smooth operations on busy days while upholding safety rules.

The role requires dependable attendance, basic math, and a willingness to communicate with the Golf Shop and Head Professional. This is a full‑time on‑site position with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Possesses basic math skills and reliable attendance.
• Willingness to learn and follow pace-of-play guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Starts players on the first tee and explains daily rules.
• Keeps an accurate starting sheet and tracks player locations.
• Directs groups to the tee, ensuring one group at a time.
• Tours the course to maintain posted pace of play.
• Checks restrooms and water stations regularly.
• Maintains spacing on the course to avoid delays.
• Completes golfer tracking reports daily.
• Reminds players of cart rules and repairs ball marks.
• Reports issues to the Head Professional and communicates with the shop.
• Assists golfers as needed and supports safe work practices.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Regular attendance

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Meadowlark Golf Course in Hinsdale, IL seeks a friendly Starter to welcome players, explain daily rules, and manage pace of play. You will coordinate groups from the first tee, maintain starting sheets, and ensure smooth operations on busy days while upholding safety rules.

The role requires dependable attendance, basic math, and a willingness to communicate with the Golf Shop and Head Professional. This is a full‑time on‑site position with benefits.