Assistant Golf Professional @ The Lido

Job description

Sand Valley is a golf resort and community settled gently upon 12,000 acres of rugged, pre-historic sand dunes in central Wisconsin. Here, residents and guests will find six world-class golf courses built in harmony with the land: Sand Valley, Mammoth Dunes, Sandbox, The Lido, Sedge Valley, and Commons. Founded in 2016 by brothers Michael and Chris Keiser, the resort is known for its friendly hospitality and a community of golf and outdoor enthusiasts who have been drawn to the raw beauty and serenity of the vast Wisconsin Wilderness. Beyond premier golf, Sand Valley is a year-round celebration of all the outdoors from fat-tire biking, hiking, and kayaking to ice hockey, skating, or a guided cold plunge. The resort now features a 13,000-square-foot Tennis Center with 16 grass tennis courts and the twelfth Court Tennis facility in the United States. Alongside soul-stirring golf and outdoor exploration, Sand Valley offers a variety of savory dining venues showcasing globally inspired and rustic Wisconsin cuisine. The Sand Valley team works together to create experiences of a lifetime by asking questions and sharing ideas. With authenticity and a hard-working attitude, Sand Valley helps guide guests through an immersive experience in Wisconsin's natural beauty and away from the demands of daily life. Sand Valley is a golf resort and community settled gently upon 12,000 acres of rugged, pre-historic sand dunes in central Wisconsin. Here, residents and guests will find six world-class golf courses built in harmony with the land: Sand Valley, Mammoth Dunes, Sandbox, The Lido, Sedge Valley, and Commons. Founded in 2016 by brothers Michael and Chris Keiser, the resort is known for its friendly hospitality and a community of golf and outdoor enthusiasts who have been drawn to the raw beauty and serenity of the vast Wisconsin Wilderness. Beyond premier golf, Sand Valley is a year-round celebration of all the outdoors from fat-tire biking, hiking, and kayaking to ice hockey, skating, or a guided cold plunge. The resort now features a 13,000-square-foot Tennis Center with 16 grass tennis courts and the eleventh Court Tennis facility in the United States. Alongside soul-stirring golf and outdoor exploration, Sand Valley offers a variety of savory dining venues showcasing globally inspired and rustic Wisconsin cuisine. The Sand Valley team works together to create experiences of a lifetime by asking questions and sharing ideas. With authenticity and a hard-working attitude, Sand Valley helps guide guests through an immersive experience in Wisconsin's natural beauty and away from the demands of daily life. ### Position Summary The Assistant Golf Professional supports daily golf operations at The Lido while delivering an elevated, member-focused experience. This role works closely with Lido Golf Operations leadership to ensure smooth daily operations, exceptional service standards, and strong coordination across teams. The ideal candidate is organized, service-driven, and comfortable balancing visible member interaction with behind-the-scenes operational execution. **This is a seasonal role running from mid-April through mid-October.** ### Primary Duties and Responsibilities - Support daily golf operations including member check-in, tee sheet management, pace of play, and Golf Shop operations. - Serve as a visible, knowledgeable, and professional presence for members and guests. - Assist with opening and closing procedures for the Golf Shop and related facilities. - Support tournaments, member events, instruction, and junior programming as needed. - Apply working knowledge of the Rules of Golf and assist with team member education. - Provide direction and operational support during assigned shifts. - Respectfully ensure members and guests follow all Sand Valley and The Lido policies and procedures. - Communicate with caddies and Outside Services team members to support tee sheet activity and smooth daily operations. - Support retail operations, including merchandising standards, inventory support, and point-of-sale accuracy. - Maintain organized retail and storage areas. - Assist with inventory counts and seasonal retail transitions as needed. - Collaborate with Sand Valley resort teams to support a seamless member experience. - Perform additional duties as needed to support the success of The Lido. ### Qualifications - Prior experience in golf operations, hospitality, or a private club environment preferred. - PGA Member, Apprentice, or strong interest in professional development within the golf industry preferred. - Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through. - Professional communication style and a genuine, service-oriented mindset. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly visible environment. - Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, move between indoor and outdoor environments, and regularly lift or move items such as golf bags or retail merchandise weighing up to approximately fifty pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. ### Working Conditions - This role includes both indoor and outdoor work. - Weather, pace, and operational needs may shift throughout the day. - Movement between the Golf Shop, practice facilities, and course areas is frequent. ### Perks - Golf Privileges - Retail & Restaurant Discounts - Employee Meal Program - Uniform Benefit Provided - Employee Assistance Program – Canopy ### Classification - Full-Time Seasonal | Hourly | Non-Exempt