Mendakota
Mendota Heights, Minnesota
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ABOUT MENDAKOTA COUNTRY CLUB
ABOUT MENDAKOTA COUNTRY CLUB
MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN I The origins of Mendakota Country Club go back to 1925 and a makeshift golf course on Dakota County farmland, near where the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers meet. Louis and Laura Fischer had farmed the property since 1918. When Louis became interested in golf, he constructed a 5-hole course on pastureland, complete with tin cans for the holes. Soon his neighbors became interested in the game, which prompted him to expand the course to 9-holes and establish a club the following year. The original name was Riverview Golf Club, and it used the Fischer barn as its clubhouse. As more area residents joined the game, the Riverview Golf Club grew, and the course expanded to 18-holes. In January of 1957, the Club was reorganized and became Mendakota Country Club, a name taken from a combination of Mendota Heights and Dakota County. Mendota means “meeting of waters” and Dakota means “friend”.
Club Statistics:
Annual Rounds: 26K
Outside events per year: 15
Annual weddings: 35
How many employees: 125
Total labor budget- 3.3 million
Total Revenue: 5.8 million
THE OPPORTUNITY
THE OPPORTUNITY
Position: General Manager
Position: General Manager
Reports to: Club President and works in tandem with the Board of Directors
Supervises: Executive Chef, Director of Membership & Catering, Head Golf Professional, Director of Golf Course & Grounds, and Director of Finance & Technology
Position Summary: The General Manager will be completely responsible for all phases of management and will be accountable to the officers and directors for the performance of the entire management team, Club staff, and for all operating results.
He / She must prove superior interpersonal relations skills, be administratively competent and be able to communicate Mendakota’s vision, thrive in creating a culture of training, hospitality, and financial predictability. Sets the tone for effective communication and associate professional development. Must have an over-arching vision and capacity to influence through listening, teaching, patience, and support. Must lead by example and thrive on fostering creativity, a culture of excellence and teamwork where leveraging each employee’s unique strengths, and their empowerment, leads to their professional development and retention.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The General Manager is responsible to the President and the Board of Directors for the success or failure of all matters pertaining to the operation of the Club.
Ensure proper and timely communication with Club members, committees, the Board of Directors, staff members and community as necessary to accomplish the goal and objectives of the Club.
Prepares and monitors annual budget, revenue goals and expenses as well as generating various (weekly, monthly, etc.) business volume forecasts.
Maintains and increases membership sales as necessary
Establishes and implements personnel policy, initiates and monitors policies relating to personnel actions and training along with professional development programs.
Responsible for providing or overseeing all club communications to the membership.
Ensures the highest standards for food and beverage service on property.
Implements policies and procedures for multiple departments, including compliance of all company standards relating to quality of products and services.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Develops operational policies and is responsible for the creation and implementation of standard operating procedures for all areas of the Club.
Coordinates all management functions of the Club.
PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree; 3-5 years’ experience and/or the equivalent in experience and training in a private, member-owned club/space.
Previous work experience as a senior operations manager of a full service private or semi-private facility
Exemplary leadership and supervision skills.
Skills in client relations must be flawless to attract and retain members.
Administrative abilities in budget administration, vendor negotiations and renovation project management are required for this job.
Adaptable to change – can solve problems through an open-minded and all-inclusive approach
Strong written and oral Communication Skills
Food and beverage management experience
MORE ABOUT THE FACILITY
MORE ABOUT THE FACILITY
CLUBHOUSE
Mendakota Country Club’s elegant clubhouse, featuring panoramic views of the golf course, along with the Lakeside’s beautiful cathedral ceilings, rich oak millwork, and majestic gabled roof lines, is the perfect setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions, social events and business meetings. After our 2008 renovation, our newly expanded 25,000 square foot clubhouse can accommodate up to 450 guests for a cocktail reception. Whether you’re coordinating a corporate function, enjoying dinner with the family, or planning an elegant wedding, Mendakota Country Club offers beauty and practicality to suit the taste of any member.
Mendakota Grill & Dining Room
The Mendakota Grill & Dining Room is a perfect place to entertain family, friends, and business associates. The Grill features relaxed surroundings and offers quick, efficient lunches and casual dinners. Just through the Grill, you will find a cozy, quieter room with white linens and a beautiful view of our championship course. This is the Dining Room, a great place to pull the family together for dinner or enjoy your weekend date. In the summer we also offer outside dining on the Mendakota Patio, with spectacular views of the eighteenth fairway.
Lakeside Room
The Lakeside Room, our largest room, is where our members and their guests enjoy a variety of social and family friendly events held throughout the year, including our Pasta Nights and holiday brunches. Enjoy panoramic views of our course and Rogers Lake while you entertain, dine and dance. For your personal special event, this beautiful ballroom can be set in various configurations to meet your needs.
Boardroom
The Boardroom is decorated with rich oak and has a prime view of the 18th fairway. It is the perfect place for a business meeting or intimate gathering. The Boardroom, adjacent to the Lakeside and Evergreen Rooms, accommodates up to 20 guest’s boardroom style, and can be used for cocktail parties or as a reception area.
Evergreen Room
The Evergreen Room is designed to make a statement of quiet elegance through its rich decor. It is valued by members as a comfortable setting where finely prepared dinners are impeccably served, either inside or outside on the Golfview Terrace. This room is perfect for medium size luncheons, meetings, family events and dinner parties. Overlooking the 1st tee and the 18th green, the adjacent Golfview Terrace is a prime location for outside cocktail receptions, luncheons, wedding ceremonies and memorable photography.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Medical, dental, vision employer share
Cell phone allowance
Paid PGA dues
Bonus plan
Relocation allowance (negotiable)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.
Resume deadline is November 21st, 2022
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, Mendakota Country Club
Please address all correspondence to - Steve Norton - Club Vice-President
Andrea Kloppman-Heit, PGA is the lead Consultant for this opportunity. For additional information and questions, please contact her directly.
The employer does not wish to be contacted at this time.
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