Lead a championship golf and lifestyle destination in one of Victoria’s fastest-growing communities.

Club Mandalay is more than a golf course. It’s the heart of the Mandalay estate, a 2,000-lot community on Melbourne’s northern growth corridor, just 45 minutes from CBD via the Hume Freeway.

Our Peter Thomson designed links-style course is ranked among Australia’s Top 100 Public Golf Courses. Around it we run Kelly’s Restaurant, a busy functions and events business, a pro shop and PGA coaching, and resort-style resident facilities including a 25-metre pool, gym, and tennis courts.

About the role

Reporting to Managing Director, Avid Sports Management, you’ll have full ownership of the operation and lead a team across golf, hospitality, events, retail and leisure. You’ll be the face of the club for golfers, members, diners, event clients and residents, and the person who makes sure every one of them has a great experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a multi-disciplinary team across golf operations, food and beverage, functions, retail and facilities
• Own the P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, labour management and cost control across all revenue streams
• Grow revenue through green fees, membership, corporate golf, functions, and dining
• Deliver a strong member experience through competitions, social events and retention initiatives
• Work with the course superintendent to keep course presentation at championship standard
• Build positive relationships with residents, the owners corporation, the estate developer, suppliers and the local community
• Drive marketing and promotions to grow visitation from across Melbourne’s North and beyond
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing, food safety, WHS and employment obligations

About you

• Proven senior leadership experience in a golf club, resort, hospitality venue or multi-faceted leisure facility
• Strong commercial acumen, with a track record of growing revenue and managing a P&L
• A hands-on, visible leadership style. You’re as comfortable on the floor on a busy Saturday as you are presenting to ownership
• Excellent stakeholder skills, with the diplomacy to balance the needs of members, residents and public guests
• Knowledge of golf operations and systems such as MiClub is highly regarded
• RSA and a current driver’s licence (essential); Food Safety Supervisor certificate (desirable)
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and peak event periods, in line with the venue’s trading hours

What’s on offer

• Salary package of $ 145,00 to $170,000
• Golf privileges and food and beverage discounts
• A genuine opportunity to shape a premier venue in a booming growth corridor

How to apply

Apply via seek with your resume and a cover letter telling us why you’re the right person to lead Club Mandalay.

Club Mandalay is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and experiences.