What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager position at Meadow Lark Country Club?
Position Overview
Meadow Lark Country Club is a private country club dedicated to providing an exceptional golf, dining, recreation, and social experience for its members and guests. The club seeks a member focused, relationship driven General Manager to lead all aspects of club operations and steward Meadow Lark’s culture, traditions, and long term success. The General Manager serves as the chief operating executive of the club and is responsible for delivering an outstanding member experience, managing financial and operational performance, leading staff, and partnering closely with the Board of Directors to advance the Club’s strategic vision. The ideal candidate is highly visible, approachable, and deeply committed to service excellence and community connection.
Key Responsibilities
Member Experience & Club Culture
Serve as the face of Meadow Lark Country Club, fostering a welcoming, friendly, and
respectful club environment.
Build strong relationships with members through frequent interaction, open
communication, and responsiveness.
Address member feedback, concerns, and requests promptly, professionally, and
thoughtfully.
Preserve and strengthen the club’s traditions while introducing thoughtful
enhancements aligned with member expectations.
Leadership & Staff Management
Lead, mentor, and support department heads across all club operations, including golf
operations, racquets, food and beverage, clubhouse operations, accounting, facilities, and
grounds.
Promote a positive, service oriented culture rooted in teamwork, accountability, and
professionalism.
Recruit, train, evaluate, and retain high quality staff.
Establish clear goals, performance standards, and professional development
opportunities for all employees.
Financial Management
Prepare, administer, and monitor the club’s annual operating and capital budgets.
Oversee all revenue and expense areas to ensure financial stability and sustainability.
Implement sound financial controls, cost management practices, and
revenue enhancement strategies.
Provide accurate, timely financial and operational reports to the Board of Directors.
Operations & Facilities Oversight
Ensure the golf course, clubhouse, dining facilities, pool, racquet sports, and all
amenities are maintained at high standards.
Oversee maintenance, repairs, capital projects, and long range planning for club assets.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including safety,
employment, and health standards.
Establish and enforce club policies, procedures, and service standards.
Golf, Dining, Events & Programming
Collaborate with golf professionals and food & beverage leadership to deliver
high quality golf and dining experiences.
Oversee tournaments, social events, family programming, and private functions.
Encourage creative, engaging programming that strengthens member engagement
across all demographics.
Evaluate experiences regularly and refine offerings based on member feedback.
Membership & Community Engagement
Support membership recruitment, retention, and onboarding efforts.
Promote Meadow Lark Country Club as a valued and respected presence within the
Great Falls community.
Represent the club professionally at community, civic, and industry functions.
Board Relations & Governance
Work closely with the Board of Directors to execute the club’s strategic plan.
Provide candid recommendations, operational insight, and professional expertise to
support board decision making.
Maintain clear boundaries between governance and management while fostering strong
collaboration.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field
is desired
Experience
Minimum of 7–10 years of senior leadership experience in a private country club, golf
operation, or hospitality environment.
Demonstrated success managing member owned or member focused organizations.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven financial and business management expertise.
Deep understanding of private club operations, golf environments, and service
standards.
Ability to balance tradition with thoughtful innovation.
Proficiency with club management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Personal Attributes
High integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
Service driven mindset with genuine enjoyment of member interaction.
Visible, engaged leadership style.
Strong work ethic and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Passion for private club life, golf, and community connection.
Meadow Lark Country Club is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from
all qualified individuals.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications MUST be submitted as described below.
Resume deadline is July 14, 2026
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, Meadow Lark Country Club, General Manager
Please address all correspondence to – Mr. Drew Blewett | President | Board of Directors Meadow Lark Country Club; and send via email to drewblewett@gmail.com
Pay: $135,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Sr Leadership-Private CC, Golf operation, or Hospitality: 7 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $135,000 - $165,000