Dover, NH | Founded in 1923, Cochecho Country Club is a private country club referred to by some as the ‘Hidden Gem of the Sea Coast of New Hampshire’. Located just a mile from the center of Dover, the Club features a traditional 18-hole, championship golf course, uniquely designed and built by two different architects from two differing eras - Messrs. Wayne Stiles and Phil Wogan. Measuring 6,200 yards, the Par 70 course has many classic New England features and rolling terrain alongside the Cochecho River and is spread out across two distinctive nines separated by Gulf Road. The course is complimented with a quality driving range and superb short-game practice areas.
The Cochecho Country Club also offers an updated, traditional-style clubhouse with wonderful dining amenities, function facilities, and a swimming pool and is fueled with a service mindset of delivering a wonderful relaxed experience for members and their guests.
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MEMBERSHIP OVERVIEW & FEES
Facility Type: Private
Total memberships: 600 (all classes)
Ownership: Member-Owned/ Equity
Waitlist: 25+
Current Initiation Fee: $7,500
Annual Dues: $6,100
GOLF DEPARTMENT
FY2023 Budget: $360,000
Number of annual rounds: 30,000
Number of annual golf outings: 8
Number of Golf Events: 30+
Golf Operations Payroll: $280,000
Number of holes: 18 Holes
Employees (in season): 10
Employees (full time): 3
Cochecho Country Club is looking for someone to lead their Golf Department for the 2024 season and beyond. The individual will be responsible for overseeing an operation that is from April to November and sees 30,000 Rounds and 30+ Events in that time frame. The Head Professional will also have sole ownership of the Golf Shop which historically has done $250K in sales and has shown through recent member surveys that a higher potential is achievable.
Interpersonal / Communication Skills
A visible, engaging leader with outstanding interpersonal skills
Ability to connect with and develop meaningful relationships with members and their guests
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Playing golf with members of skills and abilities
Golf Operations
Present a well-organized and professional golf operation
Attention to detail in daily setup and operations
Consistent service standards that are continuously reviewed and improved
Golf Shop Management
Strong relationships with industry stakeholders and companies to ensure quality merchandise
Appropriate inventory management that fluctuates with the seasonality of the position
The ability to deliver members a sense of pride with the merchandise that is offered
Teaching and Instruction
Develops and implements instructional opportunities for the membership catering to all levels of players and groups.
Oversees the Junior Golf program and partnership with the First Tee of New Hampshire
Tournament Operations
Professional and Organized Tournament Operations that utilizes Golf Genius Tournament Software
Professional presence at events and giving announcements before and after the tournament
Ability to maintain and develop relationships with outside parties and potential outings within the community
Personal Traits
High personal integrity, visibility, honesty, straightforwardness, professionalism, drive, sense of humor, solution finder, and highly effective communicator
Visible leader for the Golf Department
Recruit, train, and educate the Golf team for excellent and consistent member experience
Own and operate a well-stocked Golf Shop that meets and exceeds member and guest expectations
Provide Individual and Group Golf Instruction to Members of all abilities and interest levels
Provide an organized and professional tournament experience for members and guests
Assist the General Manager in the preparation and management of the annual budget, and monitoring of key performance indicators throughout the season
Professional Development and Continued Education
Implement departmental policies and procedures, including staff management
Championing future work at the club related to golf including but not limited to:
Golf Cart Path Project and Impact
Practice Facility Enhancements
Golf Course Master Plan and other Projects
Maintain professional association membership and involvement
Ensure compliance with club bylaws and policies
Professional Development
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Bachelor's degree (BA) from a four-year college or university with a hospitality degree preferred; and three years' experience at a member-owned private club as a Head Professional or Assistant Professional with a track record of advancement.
The club will provide a competitive compensation, performance bonus, and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This package is estimated to be $160,000+.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Competitive base salary
Golf Shop Ownership
Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and life insurance)
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Golf Privileges
Interested candidates with specific compensation questions can contact the Career Services team.
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is March 1, 2024 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time
Combine your cover letter, resume, references, and any supporting documents into one (1) PDF document with the following file naming convention: Last Name, First Name, Cochecho Country Club
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. James Corcoran, CCM | General Manager
David Wilson, PGA is the lead consultant for this search, please contact him with any questions.
Email: dwilson@pgahq.com
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