General Manager

Are you passionate about Golf, Community, Education, Sustainability, and Operational Excellence? Are you ready to guide, inspire, and foster success at an exciting new chapter in golf and community revitalization? We are currently seeking a visionary General Manager to help us shape the future of Cobbs Creek Golf Course. If you thrive on challenges, excel at teamwork, and have a talent for transforming bold ideas into tangible results, then we invite you to be a part of this historic journey.
Cobbs Creek Foundation is a transformative project that is poised to reshape the golf landscape. Located in Philadelphia, this multi-venue golf and educational campus will have a global impact on the world of golf. The campus will feature our restored Gil Hanse-designed golf course, a golf entertainment venue, the TGR Learning Lab, and a TGR designed short course. Through our partnership with the TGR Foundation, we will not only offer a championship golf course capable of hosting PGA tournaments and events but also innovative programming and outreach to empower the next generation to make a positive impact in their communities. By collaborating with local Philadelphia schools and organizations, we aim to create a destination for golf, entertainment, and education that also provides sustainable economic opportunities for our neighborhood. Our mission at Cobbs Creek Foundation is to be a hub for community engagement and meaningful experiences that go beyond the game of golf.
We are looking for a leader who can see this project through from development to the phased openings of multiple new-build facilities, and to ongoing first-class management. The General Manager will oversee all operations at Cobbs Creek Golf Course and Educational campus. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader seeking an incredible new challenge, with experience in golf management (municipal experience is a plus), tournament management, large budget financial management, executing a non-profit mission, collaborating with education and community partners, working with architecture, design, and development partners, and coordinating with a non-profit Board of Directors. This is an exceptional opportunity to create meaningful and lasting change within the golf market of Philadelphia and the broader golf industry and community.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor annual budgets, revenue goals, and expenses, while generating business volume forecasts
• Successful partnership development, including collaborations with TGR Foundation and internal stakeholders
• Monitor financial reports regularly and take corrective action when necessary
• Oversee facility maintenance and ensure the highest standards of service
• Coordinate marketing efforts to drive usage & promote guest experiences
• Directly manage department heads and ensure effective orientation and training for all staff
• Collaborate with partners such as the TGR Foundation and in-house staff to maximize community impact, diversity initiatives & area youth skills training and internships
• Maintain seamless communication with all partners & provide regular updates to the CCF Board
• Pre-Opening & Operational Lead on major construction projects, ensuring budgetary compliance, operational planning and successful implementation
• Demonstrate strong business acumen and strategic decision-making skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency in overseeing operations across various domains such as clubs, academics, campus, and community settings
• Extensive background in golf and tournament management, coupled with a proven ability to effectively oversee multiple outlets and experiences, encompassing food and beverage, restaurant, and non-golf amenities
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, and community members
• Experience in human resources and departmental org charting, encompassing effective management of employees and a strong track record in recruitment and hiring
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets, including financial planning and reporting
• Experience in program development, event planning, and community engagement
• Demonstrated influence in fostering community relations, promoting community impact, and advocating for diversity and inclusion
• Commitment to the mission and values of the nonprofit organization, including a dedication to serving underprivileged and minority communities
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance and compliance requirements

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to accommodate community events and programming