General Manager

4 weeks ago


Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, United States GGA Partners Full time
Job Description

The General Manager is responsible for leading the team to maintain The Surf Club's atmosphere, member experience, and strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Key Responsibilities
  • Models Hospitality and Service Excellence
    • Enhance Member and Guest Experience: Demonstrate a genuine passion for providing exceptional service. This includes enhancing member experience, upgrading facilities, and ensuring variety in the food and beverage offerings for the Club.
    • Staff Training and Empowerment: Coordinate and oversee comprehensive training programs to ensure staff are well-equipped to deliver high-quality service. Empower staff by providing them with the tools, resources, and authority to resolve issues on the spot, enhancing the overall member experience.
    • Monitor and Improve Service Standards: Regularly assess service delivery and financial viability through member feedback and performance metrics, while implementing continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high service standards.
  • Leadership - Interpersonal
    • Build Strong Relationships: Engage regularly with members, staff, and board members to understand their needs, concerns, and expectations. Use active listening and empathy to build trust and foster a collaborative environment.
    • Effective Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders, ensuring that information is shared transparently and that concerns are addressed promptly. Implement feedback mechanisms to gauge member and employee satisfaction, addressing issues proactively.
    • Conflict Resolution: Address conflicts or complaints with empathy and professionalism, ensuring that all parties feel heard and respected. Build positive relationships and foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Club Governance
    • Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on legal and ethical guidelines related to private club operations, ensuring that all club activities comply with relevant regulations.
    • Governance Best Practices: Work closely with the Board of Directors to implement governance best practices, including clear communication of member rights and responsibilities, and adherence to board structures and procedures.
    • Policy Development: Assist in the development and enforcement of club policies that align with legal standards and reflect the club's mission and values.
  • Emotional Intelligence
    • Self-Awareness and Regulation: Maintain self-awareness and emotional control in all interactions, particularly in high-stress or conflict situations, to model professionalism and composure.
    • Understand and Manage Member Emotions: Be attuned to the emotional states of members and staff, using this awareness to navigate sensitive situations and build strong, trusting relationships.
    • Empathy and Support: Provide support and understanding to both members and staff during challenging times, demonstrating genuine concern for their well-being.
  • Financial Acumen
    • Financial Planning and Budgeting: Strong understanding of financial and capital management. Work closely with the Controller to support the development and management of budgets that align with the club's strategic goals, ensuring financial stability and sustainability. This includes awareness of cost control measures and financial planning for capital projects.
    • Financial Analysis: Regularly review financial statements and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and ensure the club remains financially healthy.
    • Optimize Revenue Streams: Explore and implement new revenue-generating opportunities while managing costs effectively, particularly in the food and beverage sector and member programming.
  • Human Resources & Legal:
    • Safety: Knowledge of public health and safety regulations and the ability to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and members (OSHA, ADA, etc.). Ability to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and members. Experience in developing and implementing emergency preparedness plans.
    • Employee Relations: Ensure the Club is operating within Federal Laws and Regulations (Americans with Disabilities Act, Civil Rights Act, etc.). Work with the team to develop Performance Management Goals and Development Plans that align with Key Performance Indicators.
    • Legal: Experience working effectively with legal counsel to address compliance issues, proactively identify potential legal risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure that the general manager is familiar with the club's insurance policies and understands how to ensure compliance with insurance requirements.
  • Strategic Management
    • Develop Long-Term Plans: Lead the creation of strategic plans that align with the club's vision and mission, focusing on long-term sustainability and member satisfaction. This includes addressing capital investment needs and facility upgrades.
    • Resource Allocation: Ensure resources are allocated efficiently to meet strategic goals, including budgeting for necessary maintenance, improvements, and a major facilities upgrade.
    • Measure and Report Progress: Regularly assess progress towards strategic goals, using key performance indicators (KPIs) to guide decision-making and provide updates to the board, staff, and membership.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Candidate Profile
  • Professional Experience: Proven success as a General Manager/Chief Operating Officer at a member-focused hospitality, recreational, or resort facility of similar size and volume. Demonstrated expertise in operational management, enhancing guest experience, and leading high-impact and complex projects.
  • Leadership: A dynamic, results-oriented leader with a proven ability to build and motivate high-performing teams, effectively engage with a board of directors, drive a strong governance structure, and uphold the mission and vision of the Club.
  • Business Acumen: Strong financial acumen, including negotiating, budgeting, forecasting, and profit and loss management. Coordinates the development of the Club's long range and annual plans.
  • Member Focus: An understanding of the culture in a membership-driven organization and a commitment to fostering exceptional member experiences.
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategies to drive revenue, enhance member satisfaction, and ensure the club's long-term success.
  • Operational Excellence: Experience in overseeing all aspects of Club operations and events.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to build strong partnerships within the club and with members.
  • Professional Development: A passion for continuous learning and staying current with industry trends. Maintains membership with the Club Managers Association of America and other professional associations. Attends conferences, workshops, and meetings to keep abreast of current information and developments in the field.


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