As Talking Rock Resort prepares for the relaunch of its beautiful Quaaout Lodge, we’re seeking a visionary Head Golf Professional to add to our professional team and lead the next chapter of our award-winning golf course. This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team and influence not only the day-to-day operations of the golf course but also contribute strategically to the resort's future. The successful candidate will honor and integrate Secwepemc culture into the golf experience, continue developing as a PGA professional, and ensure excellence in guest service, instruction, and team performance.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that the Secwepemc culture is integrated into all aspects of the golf experience.
- Assist the General Manager/Executive Golf Professional in preparing annual operating budgets and works within the golf department to make sure operations stays within budget.
- Provides insight into future capital projects as it pertains to Talking Rock Golf Course
- Assist the General Manager/Executive Golf Professional in recruiting and mentoring world class PGA members to lead the Golf Operations team.
- Recruit, train, develop, and encourage retention of all golf operations staff (pro shop, guest services, starters/marshals, kiosk, and beverage cart) to ensure an exceptional experience is offered for guests.
- Perform personnel procedures consisting of coaching, discipline, terminations, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure all golf operations staff are trained on and adhere to Occupational Health & Safety plans and WorkSafeBC regulations.
- Ensure full compliance by all staff to Resort’s operating controls, standard operating procedures, policies, and service standards.
- Ensure compliance with provincial liquor licensing regulations within golf operations.
- Development and implementation of all golf instruction programs offered at Talking Rock.
- Collaborate with the management team to develop, execute, and evaluate marketing initiatives for Talking Rock to ensure maximum return on investment.
- Collaborate with the Golf Course Superintendent to maintain the best possible guest experience, and identify and act on opportunities to improve Talking Rock’s ranking among the top ranked public courses in British Columbia and Canada.
- Collaborate and work with the Kiosk Manager to maintain the best possible guest experience for our on-course food and beverage service.
- Assist the General Manager/Executive Professional in creating new programs & offerings to improve the overall success of Talking Rock.
- Continually improve as a Golf Professional with an expectation of being an active participant in PGA sanctioned golf/social/industry events.
- Oversee the purchasing and inventory management of the golf shop
- Assist the General Manager/Executive Golf Professional in planning and implementation of special events and tournaments.
Qualifications
- Must be a member in good standing with the PGA of Canada
- Dedication to personal and professional improvement and growth through the PGA of BC - PDP program
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- A high level of guest service skills and professionalism
- Great attention to detail and the ability to merchandise
- A desire to learn and work in a team environment
Compensation
- $75,000-$90,000 annually – Salary will commensurate with experience
- 80% Commission on Private lesson and Academy Students to be paid at completion of the Golf Season
- $30 per hour, in addition to regular wage, for Golf School Instruction to be paid at completion of the Golf Season
Benefits/Perks
- Staff Club Package commencing in the 2026 golf season.
- Annual clothing allowance commencing in the 2026 golf season.
- Annual tournament allowance for approved professional golf events commencing in the 2026 golf season.
- Annual education allowance to be used towards professional development.
- PGA of Canada dues paid annually, commencing with the 2026 season.
- Cell phone allowance of $60.00 per month
- Eligibility to participate in the Resort’s Benefits Plan
- Common employee benefits as per Resort employee policy
Interested in joining our team? Please send all cover letters and resumes to Cody Bell, General Manager/Executive Golf Professional at cbell@quaaoutlodge.com and state that you found this advert on golf-jobs.com
