General Manager – Golf Course (Newport Beach, CA)

About the Opportunity A well-established golf course in Newport Beach is seeking an energetic, dynamic, and experienced General Manager to lead its overall operations. The ideal candidate for this pivotal role will possess a passion for hospitality and excellent leadership skills. While this role oversees the entirety of the property, a primary focus will be the club's restaurant and bar operation, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader who thrives on the food & beverage side of the business. As the face of the operation, you will foster a vibrant, welcoming environment that promotes excellence in service, safety, and facility maintenance. What You'll Do Oversee day-to-day operations across the property, with a primary focus on the restaurant and bar Lead, train, and develop front- and back-of-house staff to deliver a consistently excellent guest experience Manage budgets, P&L, inventory, and vendor relationships for the F&B operation Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations Be hands-on behind the bar when needed, jumping in during peak times or to model service standards Partner with ownership on strategic decisions affecting the broader golf and hospitality operation Monitor guest feedback and industry trends to continuously improve the member/guest experience What We're Looking For Prior experience as a General Manager in a restaurant or hospitality F&B setting (required) Bartending experience strongly preferred, with a real understanding of bar operations and the ability to step in hands-on Strong leadership and staff culture development skills Experience managing budgets, cost controls, and vendor relationships Excellent communication and guest-service orientation with an emphasis on true hospitality Golf course, country club, or private club experience a plus, but not required *Please note that candidates who do not complete the screening questions will not be considered.* Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have as a General Manager in a restaurant or bar setting, and what was the approximate size/volume of that operation (covers per day, annual revenue, etc.)? Do you have hands-on bartending experience? If so, how many years, and are you comfortable stepping behind the bar during peak service when needed? Describe a time you improved the financial performance of a restaurant or bar you managed (e.g., cost control, revenue growth, labor efficiency). What did you do and what was the result? This role oversees a broader hospitality/golf property, with restaurant and bar as the primary focus. Are you open to working within that structure, and do you have any experience operating within a larger multi-department property (club, resort, hotel, etc.)? Tell us about a team or staff culture you built or significantly improved. What specific actions did you take, and how did you measure the impact (e.g., turnover, engagement, guest feedback)? Work Location: In person