Director of Golf

Property Description

Barnsley Resort is a luxury destination located in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia, offering a unique and enchanting work environment for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. As a job applicant, joining the team at Barnsley Resort means being part of a renowned property known for its stunning scenery, unparalleled amenities, and exceptional service. The resort offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary, spa, and outdoor recreation, providing a diverse and rewarding career path. Barnsley Resort is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive work culture that values teamwork, creativity, and outstanding guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a serene and idyllic setting, where they can showcase their skills, grow their career, and be part of a team that delivers extraordinary experiences to guests. Joining the team at Barnsley Resort presents a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class resort that offers an unparalleled experience for both guests and team members alike.

Overview

Come join a team of talented professionals and work in an environment that simply glows with possibilities. Nestled on 3000 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Barnsley Resort's Jim Fazio designed golf course offers a challenging, fair, breathtaking 378 acres of championship greens along with our new diversion, challenge The Merger, an 18-hole Himalayas-style putting course. Barsnley Resort is designated as a Historic Hotel of America with our course offering something memorable with each and every hole played, including stunning views, dramatic drops, and meandering paths. Named #1 in Georgia by Golf Advisor and Best Golf Hotel in America and Best in Georgia by World Golf Awards, leading the team in providing private instruction, including our golf performance center with a TrackMan Radar Practice system, to our guests and members, coordinating tournaments, supporting daily play, and managing retail operations are all pivotal to the success of this amazing opportunity to provide unforgettable golf experiences at Barnsley Resort.

If you are about passionate about golf and ready to take on a leadership role in a prestigious resort, consider bringing your dynamic personality and broad experience to the Barnsley Resort golf operations and be a part of taking our guest experiences to the next level. As the Golf Director, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional golf services, managing our golf facilities, and creating unforgettable experiences for golf enthusiasts of all levels. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your love for the game with your exceptional leadership skills in a breathtaking resort setting. You will have a unique opportunity to shape and elevate the golf experience for our guests and members alike. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment. If you are a passionate golfer with a proven track record in golf operations management and are ready to lead a team to success, we invite you to join our team. Apply now and be part of our commitment to delivering unforgettable golf experiences in a stunning resort setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to enhance the golf experience and drive revenue growth
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the golf course, including tee time reservations, player services, and golf shop management
• Recruit, train, and lead a team of golf professionals and staff to deliver outstanding customer service
• Develop and implement golf instructional programs, clinics, and tournaments to attract and engage golfers
• Foster positive relationships with members, guests, and local golf organizations
• Manage golf course maintenance and collaborate with groundskeeping staff to ensure course conditions meet high standards
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement and implement necessary changes
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance the golf experience
• Promotes and executes member events and daily play
• Provides a professional atmosphere that the members and guests would be proud to recommend potential members to join
• Oversee and promote membership
• Manage the purchasing, inventory and sale in all retail outlets
• Creating and coordinating golf events
• Manage all daily golf operations – tee sheet activity, range operations, player service operations and cart fleet
• Create and manage Golf Instruction
• Assists in the development and day-to-day tracking of the budget and business plan. Helps to control expenses in relation to revenues.
• Create and ensure implementation of policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Sports Management, or a related field preferred
• Proven experience in golf operations management, preferably in a luxury resort setting
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent knowledge of golf operations, rules, and etiquette
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Proven ability to drive revenue and manage budgets effectively
• PGA professional certification is required
• Proficiency in golf management software and Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.