General Manager

General ManagerTopgolf is a sports entertainment company that has changed how millions of people experience golf and where you can build a serious career. Our venues are high-energy, high-volume environments where performance matters and results are visible. Every day, we bring together golf, food and beverages, events, and entertainment into one experience that keeps guests coming back.We are looking for a General Manager who operates as an owner. Someone who builds teams, drives performance, and takes full responsibility for the success of the venue. This role is not about maintaining standards. It is about setting them and raising them.If you want to run a business, not just manage a shift; this is where you do it.The General Manager is the leader of the entire venue and owns the full business. This includes revenue growth, cost management, talent development, and the overall guest experience across golf, food and beverage, and events.You will set the direction for the business, build the leadership team that runs it, and drive performance across every part of the operation.This role operates with autonomy and expects accountability. As the leader of a high-energy, guest-facing venue, this role requires a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with availability to work extended hours during peak periods, special events, and high-volume seasons.Own the businessTake full ownership of venue performance including revenue, labor, costs, and overall profitability. Demonstrate strong business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and translate insights into strategies that protect and grow the business.Build and execute the annual operating plan with clear financial targets and priorities. Manage the P&L with intention, understanding how each part of the business contributes to results. Forecast, identify trends early, and act decisively to protect and grow the business. Drive new revenue through partnerships, events, and local market opportunitiesLeading the Guest ExperienceSet the standard for a consistent, high-quality experience across all guest occasions. Use guest feedback and operational data to continuously improve the experience. Stay visible in the venue and lead from the floorBuild and Lead Your TeamHire, develop, and retain a strong leadership team that can operate independently. Create a culture where people are engaged, respected, and held accountable. Invest in talent development and build a pipeline of future leaders. Address performance directly and maintain a high bar for the teamRepresent the BrandBuild relationships in the local market with businesses, community leaders, and partners. Position the venue as a destination in the community. Drive events, partnerships, and activations that grow awareness and revenueEnsure Compliance and SafetyMaintain a safe and compliant environment for all guests and associates. Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations. Build a culture where safety and compliance are part of daily operationsCore Competencies for SuccessDrives Results | Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.• Creates an organization that pushes forward in difficult circumstances.• Eliminates obstacles that affect organizational performance.• Gets results that have a clear, positive, and direct impact on business performance.• Drives the organization to achieve results and holds people accountable for outcomes.Strategic Mindset | Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.• Leverages the organization's key differentiators to develop a viable long-term strategy.• Explores future scenarios and possibilities to help the organization respond to change and shape the future.• Revisits and updates business strategies in response to evolving market dynamics and organizational needs.• Develops and integrates organizational strategies to achieve and sustain competitive advantage.Builds Effective Teams | Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.• Builds a cohesive leadership team that drives the goals and success of the organization.• Creates a culture with systems and processes that enable cross-functional teamwork.• Instills a common mindset and team spirit across the organization.• Models teamwork by working effectively with other leaders throughout the organization.Ensures Accountability | Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.• Creates an environment of accountability for meeting agreed-upon expectations.• Ensures that the organization meets its commitments.• Holds leaders accountable for the performance of their teams.• Uses management systems to monitor the organization's performance against goals.Customer Focus | Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.• Creates a sense of urgency throughout the venue on the importance of meeting guest needs• Ensures that organizational resources and support are focused on delivering outstanding guest experiences• Establishes partnerships and relationships with key guests, event clients, and community partners• Fosters a guest-focused environment where every team member feels ownership over the experienceBeing Resilient | Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.• Shows persistence in the face of adversity or obstacles and encourages others to do the same• Helps the venue recover momentum and confidence after failures or setbacks• Displays stability and resilience in the face of crisis, enabling the team to remain focused and productive• Helps the organization grow from hardships and difficult experiencesManages Ambiguity | Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.• Embraces change and makes decisions and acts without complete information or a clear road map• Conveys stability and provides direction to the team in evolving or uncertain times• Finds opportunities inherent in the unknown and guides the venue to capitalize on them• Effectively manages the stress that accompanies transitions and change, helping the team adapt productivelyQualifications5 + years of progressive leadership in hospitality, entertainment, or multi-revenue operations, including experience in complex environments such as large-scale entertainment venues, resorts, casinos, or similar operations2-5 + years as a General Manager (or equivalent) with full P&L ownershipProven success in high-volume, multi-revenue environments (F&B, events, entertainment)Multi-unit or regional leadership experience is a plusAbility to obtain required licenses and certifications for your locationMust be 21 years of age or older as required by state or local lawBachelor's degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be consideredPhysical RequirementsLet us be real; this is not your typical desk job! Here is what you will need to do to thrive in this role:Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, including bending, stooping, and carryingAbility to remain on your feet and in motion for extended periods throughout the shift, including standing, walking, and navigating stairsAbility to perform a variety of physical tasks consistently throughout the workday in a fast-paced, high-energy venue environmentAbility to work in varying outdoor weather conditions for extended periods of time, including heat, cold, and inclement weatherAbility to communicate clearly and effectively in a venue environment that may include moderate to high levels of background noiseAbility to remain in a stationary position for periods of time while performing desk-based tasks, including working at a computer and reviewing documentsSounds like a fit? We cannot wait to meet with you!BenefitsFree Play & 1/2 price food! Health, dental, vision, 401(k) team member match, free mental well-being platform – and that's just for starters for those who qualify. View team member benefits here.