Starter and Player Assistant

Troon; Lansdowne (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

The Golf Club at Lansdowne, part of Troon, is seeking a Part-time Starter and Player Assistant for a six-month seasonal term. You will start players on the first tee, explain the rules of play, and monitor pace of play to ensure a smooth round.

Responsibilities include maintaining the starting sheet, coordinating groups, and assisting golfers throughout the course while upholding safety and courtesy standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 months related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Start players on the first tee and explain the rules for the day
• Maintain an accurate starting sheet to track player whereabouts
• Cue groups to the first tee and ensure only one group on the tee at a time
• Tour the course and assist players to maintain the posted pace of play
• Check restrooms and water stations on a regular schedule
• Monitor course spacing to avoid delays and complete daily golfer tracking reports

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attentive to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Golf Club at Lansdowne in Lansdowne, VA is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Part-time Starter and Player Assistant. We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Role Type:

Seasonal (Role will last 6 months or less).

Pay:

$12.77 - $13.00 per hour

Overview

Plays a key role in delivering an outstanding golf experience by ensuring smooth daily operations on the first tee and around the course. This is a seasonal position with an expected duration of six months or less.

Key Responsibilities

• Starts players on the first tee, explaining the rules of play for the day
• Maintains an accurate starting sheet so the whereabouts of players are known
• Cues groups to move to the first tee and makes sure no more than one group is on the tee at one time
• Tours the golf course, assisting players when needed to maintain the posted pace of play for the day
• Checks the restrooms and water stations on a regular schedule
• Maintains proper spacing on the golf course to avoid delays
• Completes the golfer tracking report daily
• Reminds players of the cart rules of the day
• Repairs ball marks and collects any trash on the course; replaces any hazard stakes or directional signage
• Communicates with the Golf Shop and Starter regularly
• Monitors the course and ensures customer satisfaction; assists golfers when needed
• Reports all problem situations to the Head Professional in a timely manner
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance
• Performs other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Other Qualifications

Regular and reliable attendance

Schedule: early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits & Other Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical (if determined by the ACA measurement)
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities.With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality.Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous,Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization.Learn more atwww.troon.com .

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