Somerby Golf Club is one of the finest private clubs in the Midwest. Providing its members with one of the top-rated golf courses in the state of Minnesota with outstanding playing conditions that provide an exceptional golf experience unparalleled in the region. Constructed in 2004 by renowned golf course architects John Fought and Tom Lehman, our 18-hole Championship golf course has quickly gained respect from players of all skill levels. Offering a variety of shot options, our course provides opportunity for a novice player, while challenging even the most accomplished golfer. Somerby is a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary incorporating natural elements throughout the course. Playing at Somerby will be an unforgettable experience every time you hit the course.

$18 - $22 per hour

Experience Required:

High School Diploma  Enrollment in PGA Program (recommended)  Applicant to be pursuing PGA membership Previous experience at private golf facility (recommended) Strong customer service and leadership skills  Detail-oriented  Knowledge of the USGA Rules of Golf  Knowledge of golf shop operations, tournaments, and teaching.  Knowledge of Golf Genius Software (preferred)  Outgoing personality  Good communication skills
 

Essential Responsibilities:

The applicant should have a desire to work in the golf industry and be working toward PGA membership or be an active PGA member. The assistant golf professional will work to ensure exceptional customer service. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, ensuring that all members and guests are greeted and welcomed in a professional and courteous manner, providing assistance and information to members and guests, accurately operating point of sale system, assisting with special orders and all golf shop inventory, giving lessons, performing minor club repair, operating tournament software, outing preparation, playing with the membership, merchandising the golf shop. The Assistant Golf Professional will be a team player who reports to the Director of Golf and works with other assistants to maintain an exceptional golf shop operation. Enforce club rules and policies to members and guests Work in a professional manner with all club staff Administering golf leagues & events Overseeing golf shop operations (opening & closing) Managing online reservations, website & inventory systems Monitoring on-course activity & pace of play Providing golf lessons/club fittings for members Coordinating Junior Golf Program

EVENTS AND LEAGUES

Assisting with the operation/execution of club events and outside events  Coordinating/assisting with leagues: Men's Leagues, Women's Leagues, PGA Junior League  Working closely with other Golf Professionals on major club events (Member/Member, Old Crown Invitational, Fall Invitational and many more)
 

INSTRUCTION, CLUB FITTING AND PLAYING

Instructing all members on the fundamentals of the game in both private and group environments  Assisting members and guests with their equipment needs through knowledgeable club fittings using fitting systems and technology provided  Playing golf with members as all staff encouraged to play with members as frequently as possible
 

MERCHANDISING

Entering merchandise invoices into the inventory system  Assisting with inventory control of the golf shop  Supporting the day-to-day merchandise operations (sales, service, ticketing, displays, organization)  Creation, entry, and assistance with special orders
 

Benefits

Company Benefits  Staff Uniforms  Clothing Allowance  Golf Equipment Staff Opportunity  PGA Dues  Playing/Practice Privileges  Meal While on Duty  Other Benefits May Apply