Clubhouse Manager

Clubhouse Manager Position Overview

The Clubhouse Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional Member experiences while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide effective, confident leadership for all clubhouse managers and staff, fostering trust, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Serve as a natural mentor and coach, developing department heads and their teams while reinforcing high standards of professionalism, service, and conduct.
• Lead collaboratively and with political savvy, partnering closely with the General Manager, senior leadership, and committees as a thoughtful and trusted advisor.
• Demonstrate a leadership style that is approachable, respectful, and diplomatic, with the confidence to assume the role of General Manager when required, ensuring continuity of leadership and seamless club operations.

Candiate Qualifications

• 6 years or more of private Club or ultra luxury hospitality industry experience with management and supervisory experience and progressive professional advancement.
• Extensive background in Food and Beverage operations.
• Ability to manage an extensive wine and beverage program.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, polished professional personal appearance, be well spoken, self-motivated, and a self-starter.

Initial Priorities of the Clubhouse Manager

• Establish Excellence as the Operating Standard: Set clear expectations for hospitality, service, presentation, and professionalism across all clubhouse operations, ensuring consistently high-quality member experience.
• Drive Consistency Through Strong Systems: Implement and reinforce reliable operating standards, communication rhythms, and training practices that support seamless daily operations and special events.
• Understand Membership, Culture & Governance: Quickly learn member preferences, traditions, and usage patterns while respecting the Club’s governance structure and building effective working relationships with the Board and key committees.
• Lead, Develop, and Align the Team: Serve as a visible, supportive leader who mentors department heads and frontline teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and pride in execution.
• Be a Steady, Visible Presence: Maintain an approachable leadership presence throughout the clubhouse, partnering closely with the GM and Executive Chef to ensure alignment, responsiveness, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Hospitality Management or related field is desired.
• Members of Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) and other professional associations.
• Certifications through the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) or WSET are desired.