Player Assistant

Description

Why Southern Land?

Southern Land Company’s Westhaven Golf Club, one of the top family centric private clubs in the Nashville area, is currently seeking highly motivated, reliable associates in multiple positions. Westhaven’s service vision of “Creating connections and lasting memories through genuine service at an escape that feels like home” challenges their associates to use their passion for their craft to provide the members and guests with an unforgettable experience. Associates receive competitive pay, Southern Land’s best in class benefits, and career growth opportunities through Troon Privè, the club management company at the club (www.troon.com).

Position Summary

Westhaven Golf Club is seeking a part-time Player Assistant to join our dynamic team in Franklin, TN.

The Player Assistant is a part-time position for 16-28 hours per week (up to 4 shifts per week). General golf knowledge is a must with a basic understanding of proper golf course etiquette.  Must be comfortable with interacting with people in a hospitality environment while enforcing pace of play guidelines and providing player support to enhance the golf experience on the course.  Uniforms are provided.  Weekend availability is a must (Saturday and/or Sunday) with a flexible work schedule.  Discounted meal plans available while on duty.  Golf course playing privileges and practice range access are included on a space available with Head Golf Professional approval. The position pays $12 per hour commensurate with experience. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitoring and maintaining pace of play based on guidelines of the club
• Communicating daily course rules
• Enforcing golf course etiquette as needed (dress code and conduct)
• Monitoring of golf course amenities while on duty (bathrooms, water stations, sand bins, etc.)
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds (minimal)
• Comfortable with potentially uncomfortable interactions to enforce guidelines and rules of the club
• Daily logging of pace of play
• Positive demeanor with outgoing personality

Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• A “Service Heart”
• Knowledge of golf course rules and etiquette
• Ability to read and speak English required to perform the duties of the job

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands

Typical hospitality environment, frequently standing and walking. Lifting up to at least 50 lbs.

Company Overview

Southern Land Company believes that community is the heart of every successful development project. With that as our starting point, we create residential developments around the country that provide a generous, comfortable lifestyle to those that call them home. In support of our single family and multifamily projects, we also undertake key retail, office, and recreation developments to craft convenient, complete communities. We believe in big ideas and paying attention to every detail required to realize them.

We Have…

• A strong brand recognized for quality, performance, and artistry
• Guiding principles of creativity and innovation
• An open mind for new ideas and creative methods
• A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and more!

Southern Land Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we seek to create an inclusive work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives. For full-time employees, Southern Land Company offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k and paid time off.  Southern Land Company is a Drug Free Workplace.  For more information, please visit our website at www.southernland.com.

The above information is only an illustration of the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.

Call Chris Cauthen, PGA Head Golf Professional, at 615-599-4420 or by email at chris.cauthen@southernland.com to apply.

Qualifications

Salary : $12