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Fort Myers, FL
General Manager
ABOUT CYPRESS LAKE GOLF CLUB
ABOUT CYPRESS LAKE GOLF CLUB
Fort Myers, FL | Cypress Lake is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by renowned architect Dick Wilson and renovated over our long history by architects Arthur Hills, Ron Garl and fully restored back to its original design by Ron Forse in 2018.
The club is not affiliated with any real estate nor located within a gated community. There are no pools, fitness centers, bocce ball, pickle ball and there is not a big social component outside of golf related events.
We have over 150 single digit handicaps with our strengths being the ability to get tee times, find a game and walk any time of day for no fee.
CLUB DETAILS
CLUB DETAILS
Facility: Member Owned
Course Access: Private
Annual Revenue: 8M
Total Annual Rounds: 35,000
Number of Memberships: 500
Primary Golf Season: November - April (course remains open year-round)
Caddie Program: No
Practice Range: Yes
Short Game Area: Yes
Racquet Facilities
Number of Tennis Courts: 6 (Outdoor)
Type of Courts: Har-Tru
Swimming Facilities: No
Clubhouse Facilities
Pub-Style Dining, a full Bar,
Men’s and Women’s Card Rooms,
A convenient Snack Bar/halfway house
Full Time Employees: 42
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title: General Manager
Reports to: Board of Directors
Supervises: Director of Golf, Golf Course Superintendent, Food and Beverage Manager, Controller, Director of Membership and Marketing, Facilities Maintenance Manager and Head Tennis Professional.
Position Description: The current General Manager (GM) is retiring after over 15 years and the new GM will oversee all daily operations while driving an exceptional, golf-focused member experience. This leader will manage clubhouse, golf, grounds, dining, and social activities with a focus on operational excellence, financial stewardship, and continuous improvement.
WHY CYPRESS LAKE GOLF CLUB
Financially strong and forward-thinking: Cypress Lake Golf Club is financially stable with consistent operating results and a continuing capital improvement program that supports long-term success and an exceptional member experience.
Stable and capable leadership team: The Club benefits from a tenured management staff that is well-suited for their roles, aligned with the Club’s culture, and continuing to grow professionally.
High member demand: Cypress Lake maintains a full membership with an active waiting list, reflecting strong engagement, satisfaction, and long-term confidence in the Club’s direction.
Rich competitive golf heritage: Cypress Lake Golf Club is home to three Hall of Fame members and has a proud history of producing multiple PGA TOUR winners, including Nolan Henke and George McNeill, highlighting a level of golfing excellence that distinguishes the Club from many private clubs throughout Florida.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Being a visible, positive, energized, trustworthy, and aspirational leader who understands the dynamics of a true golf club.
Superior communication skills, exuding energy, and creativity.
A confident, diplomatic, and competent professional who is a doer and take-charge person and who recognizes the importance of accountability.
Possessive of a strong record of selecting and developing talent in club senior leadership roles and helping those departmental leaders continuously develop themselves and their respective staff in a desire to create a culture of continuous improvement.
Possesses a deep knowledge of club operations, with especially strong golf skills as well as strong financial, strategic planning, capital reserve studies, and technology acumen.
A record of success in a similar quality club that has a verifiable history of strong members or guest satisfaction and support with a passion for maintaining the highest levels of service.
Possessive of strong organizational skills and attention to details necessary to achieve high levels of quality, satisfaction, and outstanding member experiences.
Effective financial management skills through oversight of annual operating and capital budgets.
Uses plans and metrics to set goals, measure, and report on performance, and make corrections when needed.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Including, but not limited to, the following:
PGA General Manager or CMAA Manager with a strong golf acumen preferred, or experience equivalent.
Five years of experience as an Assistant General Manager, General Manager or Director of Golf preferred.
Strong financial acumen is necessary.
High-level proficiency in club operating systems.
Proven record of developing a strong team and elevating service standards.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills in both written and verbal formats.
Must understand the South Florida market.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The club will provide a compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:
Performance Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Employer-Matched 401K
Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay via Club Policy.
Club Privileges
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is February 1st, 2026 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, Cypress Lake Golf Club, General Manager
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. Chris Black | Search Committee Chair | Cypress Lake Golf Club
Ted Logan and Geoff Lofstead are leading this search. Please contact them with any questions.
Email: tlogan@pgahq.com
glofstead@pgahq.com
The employer does not wish to be contacted at this time
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