Teaching Professional - Barrie, Canada - Friday Harbour Resort

Friday Harbour Resort

Verified Company

Barrie, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Spend your days surrounded by the beauty of Lake Simcoe.

With opportunities across the Resort at the Nest Golf Club, the Marina, with our Culinary, Food and Beverage, Landscape, Housekeeping and Recreation Teams, as well as at FH Fine Food and Starbucks at Friday Harbour.

Working at Friday Harbour is unlike anywhere else. Be a part of the action, contributing to this one-of-a-kind Resort and always providing an exceptional guest experience.

Colleague Perks

Complimentary golf (friends and family rates for your Guests)
Complimentary use of recreational equipment (canoeing, kayaking, Fat Bikes, snowshoes, skates, etc.)
Discounts at Friday Harbour retailers and restaurants
Group medical and dental benefit coverage
Company matched pension plan and optional savings plans
Employee Assistance Program and Headspace App
Friday Harbour partner discounts
Training and development opportunities

Role Summary
The primary responsibility of the Teaching Professional is to manage and operate the Teaching Academy for the 2023 season.

The Professional will be responsible for creating player development programs to foster a recreational, fun environment along with a competitive environment, including junior programming for beginner and experienced players.

The term of this agreement shall be for a period of 6 months commencing on Monday May 1st, 2023 and ending on Sunday October 29th 2023 with the potential to continue to provide teaching and coaching during the offseason using the indoor simulator.

Responsibilities:

Manage, oversee, and direct all Nest Academy offerings, Reporting into the Head Golf Professional.
Create Academy programs that enhance services and will generate interest and enthusiasm among members, FH homeowners and visitors
Develop player development programs to foster a recreational, fun environment along with a competitive environment, including junior programming for beginner and experienced players
Ensure that all payments for Academy programming and individual lessons are being charged accurately and within a reasonable timeframe. Receipts must be retained and made available to management if requested
Utilize stateoftheart teaching and coaching theories and integrate the use of Trackman technology, video, and training aids appropriately in all programming
Key departmental contributor for coaching, custom fitting and providing expert advice
Accountable for maintaining the upkeep of the practice facilities ensuring safe, clean, organized, and professional conditions are maintained at all times
Maintain teaching aid, equipment and demo/fitting inventory in excellent condition
Responsible in assisting with the promotion and sales of all Academy offerings and individual lessons
Prepare, attend, and contribute to departmental and organizational meetings as required
Assist with developing the facility's reputation of consistently delivering high quality customer service
Maintain The Nest Golf standards and member satisfaction
Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
Adhere to all Friday Harbour policies and procedures and attend all necessary training and orientation sessions
Conduct themselves at all times in a professional and respectful manner and in accordance with the recognized standards of being a PGA professional
Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

University degree or college diploma preferred in a related field
Registered and qualified member in good standing of the PGA of Canada required
Competence with ChronoGolf and Golf Genius considered an asset
Private club experience considered an asset
Successfully completed Instructor of Intermediate Golfer Certificate or equivalent
Competence in the rules of golf and handicapping
Experience successfully coaching clients of different ages and skill levels, individual and groups
High level of knowledge and expertise pertaining to the game of golf
Smart Serve Certification
Must possess excellent customer service skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detailoriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment
Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions

Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance
Stand, sit or walk for an extended period or for an entire shift
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pull