General Manager @ Wild Spring Dunes

Your role

As General Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind establishing an industry-leading golf and hospitality resort experience. You will shape the culture, build the teams, and oversee every detail of our operations-from the earliest groundwork to a thriving, world-class destination. This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow a new, high-profile golf destination. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in golf course management and hospitality, with a proven track record of driving growth and maximizing operational excellence.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership & Hospitality Operations

• Oversee the overall development, launch, and ongoing management of the resort golf experience
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve growth targets, optimize revenue streams, and enhance the guest experience
• Build, lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of hospitality, excellence, collaboration, and best-in-class service
• Establish and maintain high standards for resort operations, customer service, and facility management
• Oversee budgeting, staffing, and performance metrics for all departments
• Oversee employment activities, including recruitment, performance evaluations, training, and disciplinary actions

Financial Leadership

• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for the resort
• Analyze financial performance, monitor KPIs, and implement strategies to optimize profitability and cost efficiency
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting, regulatory requirements, and internal controls

Marketing, Brand & Community Engagement

• Champion brand storytelling and marketing that attracts guests
• Foster relationships with industry partners, local leaders, potential investors and the broader community
• Plan and execute events, promotions, and programs that create "wow" moments to enhance engagement and community involvement

What You Bring

• 10+ years of senior leadership in golf or hospitality with experience creating community for guests
• Proven success in launching or managing high-end golf resorts or mixed-use hospitality properties
• A passion for building great teams and growing lasting golf communities in a dynamic, high-growth environment
• Strong financial acumen, with hands-on experience managing complex budgets and P&Ls
• Strategic thinking with a results-oriented mindset
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex projects
• High level of adaptability, with experience managing the challenges of new developments
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Founders, Homeowners, and community leaders
• Openness to learn from, and willingness to contribute to, other Sandborn properties and their staff
• Proficient in project management and property management systems
• A passion for golf, hospitality, and delivering exceptional customer experiences
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management or related field

Pay and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

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