General/Business Manager
- Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The Dunes Golf & Winter Club is seeking a hands-on General Manager / Business Manager to oversee the overall operations of the Club. This role combines business leadership, event management, financial oversight, marketing, sales and operational management.
The successful candidate will work closely with department leaders while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day business and events of The Dunes.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day business and operations of The Dunes Work with department managers to ensure effective staffing, communication and service delivery
- Manage budgets, expenses, revenue opportunities and overall business performance
- Develop and improve operational systems, policies and SOPs
- Manage tournaments, hosted events and key club programs from inquiry through completion
- Maintain the Master Event Calendar and coordinate activities across departments
- Manage event clients, pricing, contracts, function sheets and event logistics
- Oversee marketing, social media, website content and member/guest communications
- Manage advertising and promotional spending
- Develop event packages, sponsorships and other revenue-generating opportunities
- Maintain strong relationships with members, guests, clients, sponsors and community partners
- Support and coordinate Ladies Events, Junior Golf and other Club programming
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service, programming and profitability
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who is comfortable leading the business while also being hands-on in the operation.
- Management experience in hospitality, golf, recreation, events or a related business
- Strong business, financial and operational skills
- Experience managing employees and working with department leaders
- Demonstrated event planning and client-management experience
- Strong organizational and project-management skills
- Experience with marketing, sales and digital communications
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong judgment, initiative and problem-solving ability
- The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in golf or club operations would be an asset.
This position requires flexibility based on Club operations and events.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction outlining your management experience and interest in the position. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- County of Grande Prairie No. 1, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Management: 10 years (preferred)
- Event planning: 5 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Location:
- County of Grande Prairie No. 1, AB (required)
Work Location: In person
More about this job
Responsibilities
The General Manager at The Dunes Golf & Winter Club will run the club's day-to-day business, manage budgets and events from first inquiry to completion, and oversee marketing and client relationships. They will also work with department managers to build better systems and find new revenue.
Requirements
Candidates need management experience in hospitality, golf, recreation or events, plus strong business, financial and event-planning skills. Experience with marketing, sales and digital communications, and strong communication and organizational skills, are also needed.
Skills
- Budget management
- Financial oversight
- Event planning
- Client management
- Contract negotiation
- Event logistics
- Marketing
- Social media management
- Website content management
- Sales
- Sponsorship development
- Revenue generation
- Staff supervision
- Project management
- Standard operating procedures
- Policy development
- Calendar management
- Advertising and promotion
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Golf club operations
Benefits
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Categories
- Hospitality
- Sports & Recreation
- Management & Leadership
- Sales
- Marketing
Keywords
- General Manager
- Business Manager
- Club Management
- Golf Club Management
- Hospitality Management
- Event Management
- Event Planning
- Tournament Management
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
- Marketing
- Social Media
- Sales
- Sponsorship
- Recreation Management
- Operations Management
- Contract Management
- Project Management
Seniority
Manager
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Employee discount
- Wellness program
- Transit support
- Meals
Tools
- Website content management
Languages
- English