This is an important role within the club, supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day operations and deputising in their absence. The successful candidate will play a key role in the retention and recruitment of members, as well as looking after all society and function business, liaising with other heads of departments.
You can find out more about the role below…
The Club:
Founded in 1928, Wyke Green Golf Club is a historic and thriving club with a proud tradition of excellence. Nestled in beautiful surroundings, within West London, the club has an active membership of around 600.
The role supports the General Manager with the day-to-day operations and deputising in their absence. The successful candidate will also play a key role in the retention and recruitment members, as well as looking after all society and function business liaising with other heads of departments.
The Role
This is an important role within the Club and the successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and driven, with strong interpersonal and management skills. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they have excellent organisational skills, coupled with the ability to work well on their own initiative, as well as, within a team environment. Knowledge of Golf and a golf club’s F&B area will be considered an advantage.
Key responsibilities will include the following:
- Deputise for the GM as required – in both internal and external areas of GM responsibility.
- Managing all aspects of membership recruitment.
- Overall responsibility for serving the needs of members and visitors – receiving and handling personal, email and telephone-based enquiries.
- The efficient handling of member communications.
- Making all arrangements with societies and functions, including original enquiries, bookings, deposit administration and correspondence.
- Delivery of inter-departmental coordination on a day-to-day basis, working with the House Manager, Golf Manager and Club Professionals to deliver and develop the club’s F&B / Golf operations service offering to members and visitors alike.
- Co-ordination of the Club’s sales and marketing activity.
Hours of work will consist of 40 hours per week, formed from any 5 days from Monday – Sunday, with occasional evening work required
The Candidate
The candidate should have a working knowledge of the golfing industry. They must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the game of golf, it’s competitive formats and the traditions within a private members club. We are looking for someone with drive, enthusiasm and passion, willing to work flexible hours including weekends.
- Passion for Golf and and in-depth knowledge of the golf industry, the history of the game and etiquette.
- Experience within a Golf Facility providing a high level of service with supervisory experience preferred.
- Enthusiastic, polite and approachable; always looking to exceed expectations.
- Modern day communication skills and computer literacy, experience of Golf Specific software solutions would be advantageous.
- Strives for excellence and attention to detail at all times.
- Offers the highest possible standards of integrity and diplomacy, common sense and a good sense of humour.
Remuneration
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent. The salary will be negotiable but commensurate with the position..
Application Process
To apply, candidates should send a copy of their cv along with a covering letter to gm@wykegreengolfclub.co.uk
Closing Date: Friday 18th April 2025
By Tony Moon