Kenosha, WI | Kenosha Country Club, founded in 1896, originally opened as a golf club on Kenosha’s south lakeshore. As Kenosha grew, so did our club, relocating in 1920 to its present location on the northeast side of Kenosha County. With refreshing horizons and a new home, Kenosha Country Club flourished, and replaced the seasonal clubhouse in 1969 with the building of today, In 2012, the entire Clubhouse was remodeled in a distinctive style that lends itself to understated elegance.
Donald J. Ross, one of the world’s premier golf course architects, created our 18-hole championship layout in 1922, which is considered one of the finest in Wisconsin. Today our magnificent and challenging course, with mature tree lined fairways and winding Pike River, blends character and beauty for a unique country club experience.
Being a family-oriented Club, we also offer a heated swimming pool, three tennis courts, six Pickleball courts, and 2 Bocce Ball courts, all offering complete programs for the whole family. From our outstanding golf course to our racquet sport facilities, swimming pool, and inviting Clubhouse facilities, activities here are as diverse as our membership.
Facility: Non-Equity
Course Access: Private
Number of Holes: 18
Total Annual Rounds: 17,000
Number of Carts: 45
Members: 400
Primary Golf Season: April-October
Caddie Program: Yes
Practice Range: Yes
Short Game Area: Yes
Number of Staff Managed: 25
Title: General Manager
Reports to: The Kenosha Country Club Board of Directors
Supervises: Golf, Course Maintenance, Restaurant, Banquets, Tennis/Pickleball, Clubhouse, Membership Sales, Finance/Accounting, Pool
Position Description: The General Manager directs all aspects of the facility including its activities and the relationships between the facility and its Board of Directors, patrons, employees, community, government, and industry. Coordinates and administers facility policies and provides supervision and support to all department heads. Monitors the quality of products and services to maximize customer satisfaction. Secures and protects facility assets.
Prioritized Keys to Successful Performance
Leadership and Training
Food & Beverage
Membership Retention
Budgeting
Membership Growth
Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills
Visibility
Golf Operations Acumen
Planning, Finance, Regulations
Develops / coordinates the development of long range and annual business plans
Coordinates the development of operating and capital budgets
Coordinates long range planning for the facility
Analyzes and monitors financial statements, and reviews income and expenses relative to plans, implements corrective measures as needed, and reports status on a monthly basis
Makes recommendations for capital improvements, supplies and equipment
Assures operational compliance with local, state, and federal laws
Maintains knowledge and compliance with all lease terms and contractual obligations
Administration
Develops and maintains a sound organizational structure
Oversees the development of operating procedures and training manuals
Develops emergency and safety procedures
Oversees and works with department heads to schedule, supervise and direct work of facility staff
Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings
Attends executive meetings
Communicates to controlling entity on a structured and timely basis
Operations
Develops/implements general policies. Approves specific operational policies, programs, and procedures in harmony with the mission and general policies
Monitors the performance of all daily operations, functions and services; assures high standards and total customer satisfaction
Ensure open communication and high visibility to customers by conducting daily walk-through of facility
Establishes personnel policies; ensures proper hiring, training, supervising, personal development and corrective action in accordance with fair labor standards and safety
Ensures accurate recording of hourly labor and timely, accurate payroll processing
Manages and oversees all accounting, inventories, banking, audit procedures, cash flow, and establishes controls to safeguard funds and assets
Serves as ex-officio member of appropriate committees
Meets, greets, and welcomes prospective members where applicable
Oversees the care and maintenance of all physical assets and facilities
Coordinates the marketing and promotional programs to promote facility services and amenities
Ensures the highest standards for golf services and programs, golf course and practice areas, food and beverage, recreation, entertainment, and other facility services
Establishes and monitors compliance with all purchasing policies and procedures
Ensures and initiates programs to provide customers with a variety of innovative functions, programs and events
Provide resolution of escalated customer service issues
Knowledge, Skills and Traits
Fundamental supervisory practices and principles
Act as a role model for all employees by demonstrating the behavior and work ethic expected of all employees
Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Self-motivated with desire to promote and market
Service and customer focused attitude
Experienced in written and oral business communications
Remain up-to-date on customer relationship management tactics and strategies
Experienced computer user including; Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in other applications, i.e. email, internet, tournament and database
Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the community
Attend conferences, workshops, meetings, and trade shows to keep abreast of marketing and business trends
Including, but not limited to, the following:
5+ years of management-level experience in a private club setting
College degree preferred
Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L oversight.
Expertise in hospitality with a track record of maintaining high member satisfaction.
Strong leadership in Food & Beverage operations with hands-on experience in managing F&B functions from procurement to guest delivery
Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Effective team leader with experience hiring, developing, and managing department heads and staff.
Understanding and knowledge of regulatory and safety compliance across all operational areas
Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required (including nights/weekends).
Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.
The club will provide a compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:
Base Salary commensurate with experience. $140,000-$150,000
Performance bonus. Up to 10% of Base Salary
Meals while on duty.
Health Insurance paid at 75% club, 25% employee
Dental, Vision, Disability, & Life insurance.
PTO
Travel Allowance
Educational Assistance
Professional Dues Paid
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is January 16th, 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, Kenosha Country Club, General Manager
Please address all correspondence to - Mr. John Schneider, PGA | General Manager | Kenosha Country Club
Jeff Ellingson, PGA, Ken Ferrell, PGA and Scott Kmiec are leading this search, please contact them with any questions.
Email: jellingson@pgahq.com
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