Richmond Country Clubs Golf Operations team is hiring!

Assistant Golf Professional

Job Type: Salaried, Seasonal (10 months) | Full-time | On-site

Join a diverse and talented team at the Richmond Country Club!

We are looking for an enthusiastic, sincere, and authentic individual, who is passionate about hospitality in a country club setting where we offer fun, lively shifts in a beautiful and social environment, entailing a lot of teamwork and professionalism. No matter which team you work for, in the RCC family, we value each other and truly believe that every individuals contribution can make a positively impactful difference for our esteemed members and colleagues.

About this Opportunity

Richmond Country Club is seeking a PGA (Professional Golfers Association) of Canada Assistant Golf Professional for the 2023 season. Reporting to the Head Golf Professional, this position will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Golf Shop. The Richmond Country Club has a challenging 6800-yard A.V. Macan golf course. With approximately 1000 members, our club is unique among the other Lower Mainland golf and athletic clubs we are the only club to offer golf, tennis, aquatics, athletics and social programming for families and members of all ages.

Who You Are

We need an individual who possesses integrity and accountability to ensure that Richmond Country Clubs professional standards are met with kindness.

If you are someone who takes pride in your work ethics, have a genuine desire to put your best foot forward and are passionate about service excellence, we look forward to receiving your application to being a part of the RCC family!

Job Summary

The successful applicant will be an energetic and enthusiastic individual, committed to long term career development. A positive, professional attitude with strong interpersonal skills will allow you to assist our members and their guests with the highest levels of customer service on a daily basis.

The Assistant Golf Professional will be a senior member of our Golf Operations team and will be challenged in all the facets of our operation. This is an ideal opportunity for any individual who desires to become a Head Golf Professional, while developing into a future leader within the industry.

What are we looking for and what can you bring to the table?

The Assistant Golf Professional role duties are:

• Provide stellar and informative experiences for members and their guests.
• Assist and oversee the daily operations of the Golf Operations Team.
• Be actively involved in the retail operations of our Golf Pro Shop.
• Support with all Club events as well as weekly Mens & Ladies Days.
• Conduct private lessons as requested.
• Club fitting as well as minor club repair.
• Maintain a high level of play, golfing with members of all ages and abilities.
• Lead with inspiration and motivate their fellow team members, while being a self-motivated individual.
• Complete other duties as requested.

What makes you a great fit?

• Applicant must demonstrate the desire to work at a private golf club in close relation with all club members and staff
• A sincere passion for Golf (the People, the Business and the Game)
• Merchandising and retail sales experience is ideal
• Previous experience in providing exceptional customer service is required
• High standards of organization and time efficiency in a fast-paced operation
• A keen and continuous learner
• Adding your unique sense of quality and work ethic
• Ability to work independently while fostering teamwork
• Having a positive, energetic and friendly persona
• Problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Exceptional communication skills
• Strong comprehension of English language; Mandarin or Cantonese is an asset
  
  

Required Membership:

• PGA of Canada

More information on the role:

• Seasonal Duration: 10-month position
• Hours of Work: Full-time, 40 hours per week, flexible shifts
• Flexibility Required:Flexible to work weekends and holidays and during league and social golf events
• Start Date: 1st April 2023
• Job Environment: On-site only, outdoors and indoors
• Ability to commute/relocate: Richmond, BC- reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
• Application End Date: 28th Feb 2023

PGA of Canada Member Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly salary $3,200-$3,400
• 2023 PGA of Canada dues paid upon return for 2024 season: Up to $1,250 per year
• Equipment allowance: Approximately $3,000 per year
• Clothing allowance: $500 per year
• Education allowance: $500 per year
• Tournament allowance: $500 per year
• 90% of lesson revenue; professionals are able to teach on shop time
• Comprehensive Health Benefits Plan, including Life Insurance, AD&D, Extended Health and Dental
• On-site free parking
• Staff meal plan
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan contribution, RCC match
• Use of the Golf course, Tennis courts and gym (subject to off-peak hours)
• Merchandise discount in the Golf Pro shop
• Employee Sports events such as Golf, Tennis and athletic tournaments
• Recognition: RCC prides itself on recognizing our employees in creative way

**The above benefits will commence upon successful completion of the first 3-month period

The Operations:

Our 6800-yard, par 72 A.V. Macan designed course is one of BCs premiere golf venues. Our championship level golf course is known for its tree lined fairways, well-positioned bunkers, and its signature raised, undulating greens. The variety of tees allows all levels of golfer to enjoy our well-conditioned course year-round. The golf shop is open 30-minutes before the first tee time and closes at dusk 363 days per year, which does not include Yom Kippur and Christmas Day.

The golf operations is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the golf experience for the members and their guests.

Visit: https://www.richmondcc.ca/Golf_(1).aspx

What's it like to work for RCC?

Since 1958, the RCCs core principle has been that no member would be denied admission because of their race, color or creed; holding the spirit of inclusion as our core value. The goal for all staff is to always follow our Golden Rule which is Do unto others as youd have done to you and applying this principle into our day-to-day personal mission- to provide our members with a family-friendly experience that exceeds expectations while building life-long relationships. In all that we do, we are expected to strive to be the best.

ARE YOU INTERESTED? APPLY HERE:

If this is the role for you, please forward a Cover Letter and Resume to:

Mike Cyndroski PGA of B.C. Head Professional

Richmond Country Club

9100 Steveston Highway Richmond, B.C.

V7A 1M5

mcyndroski@richmondcc.ca

Documents you may need:

• Required: Resume, Cover Letter and Certifications where applicable
• Optional: References

All applications will be reviewed and those applicants meeting the profile expectations, will be contacted. We thank you for taking the time to consider the Richmond Country Club for your career aspirations.

We are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) enthusiasts:

Richmond Country Club is strong believer in and practice Equal Employment Opportunity, as inclusivity is at the core of how we treat people. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website: https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/PDF/E-5.401.pdf

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