Strategic Golf Club General Manager

Afrirent Holdings (Pty) Ltd; Phalaborwa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ba-Phalaborwa Golf Club is seeking an experienced General Manager to steer the club's strategic, financial, commercial and operational dimensions in Limpopo. You will lead hospitality, leisure and events, driving guest experience and financial sustainability.

The role requires strong leadership, business acumen and a passion for golf, with responsibility for budgets, KPIs and stakeholder relationships across head office and the local community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior hospitality management role.
• 4+ years’ experience as a Food & Beverage Manager or General Manager within a multi-venue property.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations.
• Good understanding of the game of golf.
• Proven experience in financial management, budgeting and operational leadership.
• Experience with events, weddings and corporate functions.
• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence.
• Reputable and relevant employment record.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Golf Club and its hospitality, leisure and events functions.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue, profitability, membership growth and business development.
• Prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets, monitor financial performance and control costs.
• Monitor key financial and operational KPIs and provide regular reports to Head Office.
• Ensure exceptional service standards and memorable experience for members, visitors, corporate clients, tourists and guests.
• Build strong relationships with members, guests, corporate clients, stakeholders and the local community.
• Oversee food and beverage operations, stock control, cash handling and cost management.
• Drive and oversee weddings, corporate functions, themed events and other revenue-generating activities.
• Identify and implement new commercial opportunities, promotions and initiatives to attract and retain members and guests.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team across the Club.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and operational standards.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and ensure consistent service delivery.
• Monitor customer feedback and address queries and complaints promptly.
• Work with Head Office to achieve strategic and financial objectives.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Financial management

Budgeting

Operations management

Team development

F&B operations

Golf knowledge

POS systems

Events & weddings

Education

Diploma in Food & Beverage Management

Advanced Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management

Tools

ClubMaster / POS

Job description

Ba-Phalaborwa Golf Club is seeking an experienced General Manager to steer the club's strategic, financial, commercial and operational dimensions in Limpopo. You will lead hospitality, leisure and events, driving guest experience and financial sustainability.

The role requires strong leadership, business acumen and a passion for golf, with responsibility for budgets, KPIs and stakeholder relationships across head office and the local community.