Golf StarterRanger

Hickory Hills Country Club; Hickory Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory Hills Country Club seeks a Golf Course Starter to enhance the golf experience by managing the pace of play and assisting golfers on the course. Responsibilities include greeting players, providing course information, and ensuring adherence to etiquette. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a positive disposition, and will assist in maintaining a welcoming environment at the club.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with rules of golf and golf course etiquette.
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple duties under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome all golfers, providing information about course conditions.
• Verify that all revenues are properly recorded before players depart.
• Assist players with carts and manage their assignments.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Golf Course Etiquette

Education

High school education

Job description

Hickory Hills Country Club has been serving the community for over one hundred years. The Golf Course Starter contributes to the golf experience by helping control pace of play on the golf course by directing players to the first tee in a timely and orderly fashion. Responsibilities may also include informing golfers on the rules of the course, on-course safety and etiquette, and the expected duration of playing time.

JOB FUNCTION

• Greet and welcome all golfers. Provide information regarding golf course conditions, local rules, expected playing time, golf course safety and emergency procedures, golf course etiquette, and other golf-related issues.

• Verify that all revenues have been properly recorded by inspecting receipts for all players before they depart to the golf course, practice tee or range.

• Assist players as necessary including ensuring that players’ golf bags are securely placed in carts and distributing scorecards, pencils and local rules of play.

• Record golf car assignments, and assist the outside golf staff in the assignment and control of golf cars.

• Review and maintain time sheets to anticipate playing time problems. Monitor turn times and keep the golf shop staff and golf course rangers informed regarding potential speed of play issues.

• Maintain clean and orderly appearance of starter’s area at all times.

• Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures, location of emergency equipment, and reporting procedures.

• Provide emergency assistance to golfers and other guests as necessary according to Hickory Hills Country Club's procedures.

• Perform other duties as appropriate.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education preferred.

• Familiarity with rules of golf and golf course etiquette.

• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including weekends.

• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.

EOE