Country Club of Peoria General Manager

GENERAL MANAGER PROFILE: COUNTRY CLUB OF PEORIA PEORIA HEIGHTS, IL THE GENERAL MANAGER OPPORTUNITY AT COUNTRY CLUB OF PEORIA The Country Club of Peoria, located in Peoria Heights, Illinois, seeks an experienced General Manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for private club hospitality. The ideal candidate will be visible, engaging, and approachable, building strong relationships with members, staff, and the broader club community. This person will respect the Club's history, traditions, and Midwestern values while creating a welcoming culture with high standards for service, integrity, and accountability.

The successful candidate will understand people, communicate clearly, and work through differing views while earning the trust of members, the Board, committees, and the management team.

The General Manager will bring proven experience leading a private club or similar hospitality operation, with a strong focus on food and beverage service. Attention to detail, a professional presence, and a commitment to excellent service are essential. The GM must also recruit, coach, develop, and retain a strong leadership team and build a supportive workplace.

Department heads should have the authority to lead their areas, with clear expectations, measurable goals, and accountability without micromanaging. Clear, regular communication will keep staff informed and focused on the Club's priorities.

The next General Manager must have strong financial and business skills, including experience with budgets, financial analysis, cost control, and long-term capital planning. The GM will manage resources responsibly while improving the member experience, maintaining facilities, and investing in the Club's future. The successful candidate will also identify ways to use technology, improve daily operations, and develop programs and amenities that appeal to current and futu