Ceo (Golf Club)

Bga Recruitment; East London; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic General Manager with a passion for golf and hospitality. This role involves overseeing all aspects of club operations, ensuring financial management, and fostering a positive environment for staff and members alike. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. Join a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing the golfing experience while driving the Club's vision forward. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a prestigious setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general management with a focus on financial oversight.
• Strong skills in recruiting and training personnel for operational success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all club operations including finance, F&B, and golf operations.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve the Club's vision.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Financial Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

General Management Experience

Job description

PLEASE NOTE : The client is looking for a golfer with relevant GM / CEO experience in hospitality or golf.

This position reports to the President of the Club and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of club operations, which include but are not limited to Clubhouse, F&B, Finance, Golf Operations, Golf Course, Padel, Play Area, and Lifestyle Centre.

The candidate will need to demonstrate seasoned leadership skills in developing a coherent culture with clarity, vision, values, and practices that align with the broader vision and goals of the Club. The candidate will need to foster a healthy environment conducive to maximizing capabilities and supporting operational excellence, member engagement, and continuous improvement of all processes.

The role will include:

1. Efficient day-to-day operational management (managing resources to maximum effect) and financial management of the Club including golf course maintenance, golf and other sporting activities including tournaments and event organisation;
2. Equipment and infrastructure management;
3. Human resource management;
4. Compliance with all regulatory requirements for the efficient, effective, and sustainable running of the golf club;
5. Preparation, development, and ongoing analysis of budgets and management accounts;
6. Creation and execution of effective sales & marketing solutions to promote golfing and commercial opportunities at the Club;
7. Developing and implementing strategic plans to realise the Club's vision for the future;
8. Efficient and effective human resource management to ensure the staff are motivated.

In all of the above, the General Manager must create an environment where the staff are involved and enthusiastic in working towards the common goal of a well-managed operation which values open communication and a high degree of respect for one another.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

1. General management experience with sound financial knowledge resulting in convincing evidence of operational delivery;
2. Good skills in recruiting, training, monitoring, evaluating, and motivating personnel;
3. Good interpersonal skills to resolve conflict and work with employees at all levels, as well as suppliers, members, visiting golfers, and general members of the public;
4. A good level of communication skills including articulate proficiency in written and oral English language;

Values and personal characteristics:

1. Highest standards of integrity, diplomacy, thoughtfulness, analytical ability, decision making, and common sense.

PLEASE NOTE: A full job spec will be available for short-listed candidates.