Assistant Golf Professional - Operation Specialist

Overview Big Canyon Country Club provides a structured entry point into elite private club operations for a motivated professional looking to build a fundamental skillset in the golf industry. Founded in 1971, our club is a premier private equity facility in Newport Beach with a long-standing reputation for operational excellence and hosting championship events. We are currently in the final stages of a comprehensive golf course renovation led by architect Andrew Green . Joining our team during this pivotal relaunch gives an incoming professional an immersive, hands‑on look at how a top-tier private operation organizes, executes, and scales its daily services from the ground up. Mentorship & Training We view this position as the vital first step in your career path toward becoming a head professional. Our leadership team focuses heavily on foundational training, offering direct, daily mentoring in high‑end tournament software execution, luxury retail inventory management, and hands‑on staff coordination. This role is designed to give you complete visibility into daily golf operations within a sustainable workplace culture: Rotational Scheduling: We structure our schedules to ensure predictable days off, allowing you to maintain an active personal life outside of work. Professional Development: We provide active guidance for those currently navigating the PGA Associate program, ensuring you have the study time and operational context needed to complete your work successfully. Experience Required PGA Status: Current PGA Associate Level 1 or Level 2 Experience: 1-2 years of experience at a private golf facility, with a strong desire to learn elite club standards. Tech Foundations: Familiarity with or a strong willingness to learn Golf Genius, Clubessential, and modern instructional tools. Work Ethic: A highly organized individual with a professional presentation and the ability to effectively communicate with both staff and a discerning membership. Essential Responsibilities This position centers on the daily execution of our core operations and front‑facing member hospitality. Working closely with our First Assistant and Head Golf Professional, your daily focus will include: Daily Member Service: Maintain a highly visible presence assisting as the course starter and in the golf shop, assisting members with daily check‑ins, tracking pace of play, and answering operational inquiries. Front‑Line Operations: Supervise the daily setup and presentation of the practice facilities, bag room, and staging areas, ensuring our outside team executes our service standards consistently. Tournament Execution: Work directly within Golf Genius to handle weekly league setups, daily play tracking, and member event scoring logistics. Instructional Support: Gain valuable teaching hours by assisting senior staff with our junior golf programs, ladies' clinics, and introductory member player development initiatives. Retail & Equipment Services: Manage daily point‑of‑sale transactions, assist with receiving and tracking new merchandise inventory, and learn high‑end custom club fitting protocols. Benefits Competitive Salary and paid time off Additional Income: lesson revenue from private and group lessons and commissions for Pro Shop sales Career Investment: 401(k) with a generous club match, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship opportunities. Workplace Perks: meal options while on duty, employee discounts on apparel and equipment brands, and an annual holiday bonus. Team Perks: Regular staff social events, seasonal parties, and structured peer recognition rewards. #J-18808-Ljbffr Twice