What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Golf Professional position at Heritage Golf Group?
Basking Ridge Country Club is seeking a personable, experienced, and driven PGA Head Golf Professional to lead and elevate all aspects of the golf operation. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for hospitality, team leadership, and a member-focused mindset to create an outstanding golf experience. This is a unique opportunity to join the dynamic and growing Heritage Golf Group portfolio and play a key role in the success of a premier property.
Experience Required
- Class A PGA Member in good standing.
- Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in private club or upscale golf operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of instruction, tournament operations, and merchandising best practices.
- Proficiency in golf technology platforms such as EZSUITES, ForeTees, Jonas Encore, Members First, and Golf Genius.
- Commitment to delivering outstanding service to members and guests.
- Innovative, detail-oriented, and organized.
Essential Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of daily golf operations including tee sheet management, tournaments, merchandising, instruction, and outside services.
- Recruit, train, and manage the golf shop and outside service team with an emphasis on professionalism and guest satisfaction.
- Develop and execute a full calendar of golf events including men’s, women’s, junior, and couples programming.
- Provide individual and group instruction, promote game improvement initiatives, and develop junior golf programs.
- Manage golf shop merchandising including buying, inventory control, visual displays, and vendor relations.
- Partner with the Director of Agronomy to ensure optimal golf course conditions and communication.
- Create and manage annual operating and merchandising budgets.
- Ensure compliance with all club policies, PGA standards, and Heritage Golf Group operational procedures.
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k), Vacation and Sick Time Off, PGA Dues, Employee Discounts, Playing/Practice Privilages, Upside Career Growth Potential with Heritage Golf Group.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
