Program manager Jobs in Whistler, BC

Snowcapped Whistler peaks. A brilliant emerald-colored lake. Majestic fir trees. Fresh, invigorating mountain air. This is the setting that inspired the great Jack Nicklaus to create a golf course as unique as himself. Owned and operated by GolfBC Group, this par 71, 18-hole course winds along a gentle valley floor, offering a spectacular setting as a golfer’s skills are tested to the fullest. Nicklaus North has received many prestigious awards and consistently ranks as one of the Top Golf Courses in Canada by ScoreGolf. Just minutes from the vibrant walkways and world-class amenities of the resort town, Nicklaus North stands out as one of the great courses in North America.

Summary

A course this distinguished requires a General Manager with a passion to inspire and drive excellence within the Team and for its Guests. With a strong golf and food and beverage background, the successful candidate will take on a challenging and rewarding career managing all the golf club’s business activities. The next General Manager will have a proven track record in managing a membership base, resort-style Guest experience, and over 120 Team Members.

Reporting to GolfBC’s VP of Operations and collaborating with other GolfBC Team Members, they will inspire a high-functioning team in a fast-moving environment and build on the esteemed Guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, motivate, and develop the teams in Course Maintenance, Golf Operations, Food and Beverage, and Sales and Marketing
• Develop programs that excite the Membership group, and maximize daily green fee play
• Capitalize on the premier culinary experience at Table Nineteen, our bustling and award-winning restaurant brand
• Prepare and implement long-term and annual business plans and budgets
• Analyze financial statements and prepare capital and operational plans
• Continuously improve Nicklaus North’s product and service quality
• Collaborate with partners including Golf Whistler, Tourism Whistler, Whistler Chamber of Commerce, Hotel and Restaurant Association, Whistler Restaurant Association, etc.
• Connect with local businesses to create relationships that enhance the Nicklaus North operation and brand

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience, with proven leadership and management skills, in the golf industry
• Desire and ability to build and enhance Team Member and Guest relationships
• Detail oriented business manager with industry-relevant education
• Strong golf background including experience in semi-private courses, delivering an exceptional Guest experience
• Sales and marketing, food and beverage, and human resources experience
• Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence skills with the ability to address large groups with passion and professionalism
• High degree of executive ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making
• Knowledge of federal and local regulations affecting golf operations management
• Expression of our Core Values
• Be Real: Communicate with honesty, openness, and respect.
• Own It: Take responsibility and show passion.
• Bring Your Best: Provide new ideas and seek opportunities for growth.
• Succeed Together: Show compassion; appreciate uniqueness.

Benefits

• $140,000 to $160,000 annual salary
• Up to $22,000 annual performance-based bonus
• Housing: Spacious two-bedroom condo above the clubhouse available
• 15 days of paid annual vacation
• Robust extended health benefits package, upon start, 100% employer paid
• Flexible Health Spending Account (can be used towards a ski pass)
• RRSP matching, after service duration milestone achieved
• Free golf at GolfBC courses
• Free meals while on shift
• Professional development opportunities
• Working for an employer that strives to give its Team Members a world-class experience; .

How to Apply

Click Apply below to send your resume to Jason Lowe, VP of Operations, GolfBC Group.

About GolfBC

The GolfBC Group, a Vancouver-based golf and resort management and investment company, is defining a higher standard of quality and consistency among premier golf destinations. Since 1989, GolfBC has been creating premium golf destinations, desirable career opportunities, and master planned golf communities.

GolfBC is the owner and operator of championship golf courses including:

• Nicklaus North Golf Course (Whistler)
• Gallagher’s Canyon Golf & Country Club and the Pinnacle (Kelowna)
• The Quail and The Bear (The Okanagan Golf Club, Kelowna)
• Olympic View Golf Club (Victoria)
• Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club (Richmond)
• The Gold, Emerald and Blue courses at Wailea Golf Club in Maui.

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