Description

Overview

About Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club:

Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, located in Boca Raton, FL, is a prestigious private club offering an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, marina, full-service clubhouse, tennis, fitness, and dining. Our commitment to excellence in service, facilities, and golf tradition make Royal Palm a distinguished place to work and grow your career.

Ideally, this position would begin in Mid/late October and run through late April. Start and end dates are flexible for the right candidate.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Fill the role of Assistant Merchandiser - assist our Merchandise Manager with ordering, receiving, and displaying merchandise. Manage Golf Genius Golf Shop software for demo club tracking, special orders, online order forms, and advertising.
• Provide outstanding customer service to members and guests, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere at all times.
• Assist with daily golf shop operations, including tee time management, merchandising, and point-of-sale transactions.
• Supervise and manage daily outside operations including cart staff, bag drop, and practice facilities.
• Provide private and group instruction to members and guests under the guidance of the Head Golf Professional.
• Assist in organizing and executing member tournaments, events, and outings.
• Conduct club fittings and equipment sales using leading technology and vendor relationships.
• Maintain accurate records for handicapping, lesson scheduling, and tournament scoring.
• Help manage and maintain a well-presented golf shop with attention to merchandising standards and inventory control.
• Serve as an ambassador for the game, helping to grow participation and promote club programming.

Experience Required

Qualifications:

• PGA Class A Member or Associate in good standing, or working towards PGA membership.
• A strong desire to advance your career towards a Head Golf Professional/Director of Golf-level position.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in a private club or high-end golf environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passion for the game of golf and a desire to grow professionally within the industry.
• Proficient in golf software systems such as Golf Genius, GHIN, and POS systems (Jonas preferred).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and tournament days.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service to members and guests, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere at all times.
• Assist with daily golf shop operations, including tee time management, merchandising, and point-of-sale transactions.
• Supervise and manage daily outside operations including cart staff, bag drop, and practice facilities.
• Provide private and group instruction to members and guests under the guidance of the Head Golf Professional and Director of Golf.
• Assist in organizing and executing member tournaments, events, and outings.
• Conduct club fittings and equipment sales using leading technology and vendor relationships.
• Maintain accurate records for handicapping, lesson scheduling, and tournament scoring.
• Help manage and maintain a well-presented golf shop with attention to merchandising standards and inventory control.
• Serve as an ambassador for the game, helping to grow participation and promote club programming.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

• Optional subsidized housing available 1 mile from the Club (shared rooms)
• Competitive base hourly wage (commensurate with experience) plus guarenteed golf shop sales commission bonus
• Lesson and club fitting revenue
• Meals provided while on duty
• Uniform allowance
• PGA dues and education allowance
• Playing and practice privileges