General Manager

Coosa Country Club

110 Branham Avenue, SW

Rome, GA 30161

Coosa Country Club in beautiful Rome, GA is seeking a dynamic, experienced, heart-led leader to serve as its General Manager and oversee the daily operations of the Club. The new General Manager will work closely with the volunteer leadership at Coosa while leading and managing a top-notch team of club professionals who are dedicated to excellence and have been selected to successfully guide Coosa CC into the future as the Club continues to grow, adapt and evolve into the modern full-service club our members desire.

The Club seeks a candidate with the right combination of education, experience, professional presence, maturity, confidence, natural talent and self-motivation. The ideal candidate will respect the history of the Club, its team members, and its long-standing traditions while being committed to creativity, new trends and innovative technologies as the Club evolves into a more contemporary version of itself. Most importantly, the new General Manager must have an unwavering commitment to excellence and a sincere desire to humbly serve Coosa members, families, guests and associates at the highest levels. This is an excellent and stable career opportunity for the right candidate. 

Age of Club: 115 (founded in 1909)

Number of Member Families: 665

Average Age of Members: 57

Club Ownership: Member-owned

Gross Dollar Volume: $5,650,000

Annual Dues Volume: $3,300,000

Annual Food Sales: $1,100,000

Annual Beverage Sales: $330,000

Golf Facilities

• The crown jewel of Coosa Country Club is its historic 18-hole championship golf course, par 72, recently renovated by Beau Welling Design in 2023; George Cobb had previously redesigned the course back in the 1960’s. Coosa’s golf course is the 6^th oldest in Georgia and recognized on both the Georgia Register and the National Register of Historic Places. Coosa Country Club was one of the founding 15 members of the Georgia State Golf Association dating back to 1916; the Club has hosted the Georgia Amateur Championships in impressive seven (7) times. Practice facilities include a driving range, putting green, chipping and bunker areas and the Golf Academy learning center featuring two covered hitting bays, launch monitors and swing analysis technology.

Tennis Facilities

• 6 outdoor Hard courts; blended lines for pickleball on all hard courts
• 5 outdoor Clay courts
• Design plans for expanded Pickleball facilities in the future
• Tennis Shop with locker rooms, outdoor restrooms and elevated covered observation deck

Swimming Facilities

• 1 Outdoor

Six Lane 25-meter competitive pool with attached diving well, shallow end and splash pad area for small children. Covered lounging and dining areas. Poolside snack bar with full menu. Locker rooms with restroom, showers and changing areas. Adjacent playground area for younger children, ages 3-11.

Other Athletic Facilities

Exercise Room located in the main clubhouse featuring free weights and exercise equipment. TPI-certified Golf Fitness instructors for personal training available.

Dining Facilities

• Greenside Snack Bar seats 30 with quick service counter
• Greenside Room seats 65 for casual dining
• 1909 Dining Room seats up to 65 for upscale dining (and private events)
• 1 Ballroom that seats up to 250
• 3 Meeting Rooms that accommodate from 8 – 60
• 2 Outdoor Verandas that seat 16-20 each

Special Club Features

A fixture in the historic city of Rome, Georgia (founded in 1834), Coosa Country Club has occupied this land along the Coosa River since 1909 and is one of the ten oldest private club in Georgia. Built upon the site of Coosa Farms, a local dairy farm, CCC has persevered for one-hundred and fifteen years of history – through good times and challenging times – to become the growing, thriving and beloved small town club it is today. Just an hour northwest of Atlanta, Coosa Country Club is now a family-focused private club with over 660 members and assets valued in excess of $11,000,000. The golf, racquets, pool and clubhouse facilities are in fine condition and in active use by all of our members. 

The 50,000 square foot Georgian Colonial clubhouse was built to its current stature in 1999, with some additional interior work done since. In addition to various dining rooms, a snack bar, golf shop, locker rooms with steam saunas and an exercise room, the clubhouse features a lovely ballroom that seats up to 250 and several smaller meeting rooms for business and social uses. The clubhouse is a place of luncheons, meetings, youth activities, parties, banquets, weddings, dinners, and engaging conversation. The Club’s historic setting, classic architecture, pristine grounds and landscaping are a source of pride in Rome and to all Coosa members.   

The Club is open 6 days per week, 12 months per year.

Candidate Qualifications

Leadership and Management Skills

1. Strong Leadership: Ability to inspire and lead staff, fostering positivity and a productive, cooperative work environment.
2. Effective Management: Experience in managing diverse teams, handling conflict resolution, and delegating tasks efficiently.

Financial Acumen

1. Financial Management: Proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure the club's financial health. Ability to manage large capital projects and bring them in on budget.
2. Cost Control: Ability to manage costs, including labor, without compromising on service quality.
3. Strong knowledge of POS systems, financials/budgets, industry best practices and SOP’s.

Communication Skills

1. Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written skills for effective interactions with staff, members, and the board.
2. Member Engagement: Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with members, learning their names, addressing their concerns and enhancing their club experiences.

Operational Expertise

1. Operational Efficiency: Knowledge and hands-on management of day-to-day club operations, including food and beverage, golf course maintenance, and recreational facilities.
2. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to maintain high standards in all aspects of club operations.
3. Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to work varied shifts as needed.

Strategic Vision

1. Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and implement long-term strategic plans to enhance the club's offerings and ensure its growth.
2. Innovative Thinking: Creative, with an openness to new ideas and innovative approaches to improve club services and member satisfaction.

Customer Service Orientation

1. Member-Centric: A strong focus on providing exceptional member service and understanding members' needs and preferences.
2. Problem-Solving: Quick and effective problem-solving skills to address any issues that arise promptly.
3. Team-Centric: Always focused upon training and development of team members at all levels of the organization; constantly encouraging team members to learn, grow and excel.

Industry Knowledge

1. Industry Experience: Prior experience in managing private clubs, resorts, or similar high-end hospitality environments. CMAA membership and active involvement considered a plus.
2. Trend awareness: Keeping up with industry trends and best practices to ensure the club remains competitive and attractive to members and prospective member candidates.

Personal Attributes

1. Integrity and Ethics: High ethical standards and integrity in all dealings.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to handle the dynamic nature of club management.
3. Passion for Hospitality: Genuine passion for hospitality and providing an exceptional experience to members.
4. Consistent: Even-tempered, consistent and professional in demeanor. Never too high, never too low; always centered, positive, approachable and enjoying his/her work.

Networking and Community Involvement

1. Community Engagement: Active involvement in the local community and ability to network effectively.
2. Public Relations: Skills in public relations to promote the club and attract new members.

Educational Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree from a four-year university or college; degree in hospitality considered a plus.
2. In lieu of the degree, substantial private club or hospitality experience will be fairly considered.
3. CMAA’s Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation is desired.

Date Position Available

10/2024

Other Benefits

Salary is open, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers a bonus and benefits package, including Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k with company match and CMAA membership with educational allowance. 

Please send your cover letter and resume to:

Bob Gusella, CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow

Interim General Manager / Search Committee Liaison                              

bobg@coosacountryclub.org