PGM Intern: The Country Club

PGM Intern The Country Club Pepper Pike, OH

The Club An important part of Cleveland's history for more than a century, The Country Club is a family friendly country club with a wide range of sport and social offerings steeped in rich memories and a timeless tradition of excellence.

Founded in 1889, the Club’s storied history is unique and important to the development of the game of golf and to the early country club scene in America. It was originally located in Bratenahl, near the shores of Lake Erie. In the late 1920’s a parcel of land became available in Pepper Pike, and the Club transitioned to its current location in 1930. The Clubhouse was designed by Philip Small, a renowned local architect who also designed the Cleveland Playhouse, as well as several buildings on the campuses of John Carroll University and Case Western Reserve University.

In addition to golf, the Club offers tennis, platform tennis, skeet shooting (winter), swimming, and a multitude of dining options. While Country has a proud history, outstanding facilities and a superb staff, its real strength stems primarily from its membership and the sense of camaraderie and community that is found in abundance at the Club.

William Flynn

The Golf Course Designed by renowned golf course architect William Flynn, Country opened for play at its current location in 1930. Flynn also designed local courses at The Pepper Pike Club, and Elyria Country Club. His more famous designs nationally include Shinnecock Hills, Merion, Cherry Hills, and Philadelphia Country Club.

In 1935, The Country Club’s still youthful course was the scene of the United States Amateur Championship, where Lawson Little completed his “Little Slam," winning both the British and United States Amateur titles in two successive seasons.

In 2022, the Club has undertaken a historical golf course restoration, led by Gil Hanse. This transformational project, which includes green expansion, bunker reconstruction, fairway regrassing, new tee construction/restoration, and practice facility upgrades will be unveiled when the course reopens on Memorial Day weekend, 2023.

Meet the Head Golf Professional After graduating from Mississippi State University in 2002, Steve worked as an Assistant Golf Professional and Director of Instruction at The Country Club, Trump International Golf Club (West Palm Beach, FL), Lost Tree Club, and The Fox Club.

In 2012, he became the Head Golf Professional at Irondequoit Country Club in Rochester, NY. After spending 6 years at Irondequoit, he had the opportunity to return to The Country Club and become the 6th Head Professional in the Club’s 130year history. As an industry leader, he is passionate about mentoring young Golf Professionals and promoting their continued growth both personal and professional.

Steven Bordner, PGA

The Golf Operation at a Glance Type of Facility: Number of Holes: Annual Rounds of Golf: Club’s Season: Peak Season: Golf Shop Sales: Staff Size: Technology:

Private- Member Owned 18 18,000 March-December May-October $850,000 5 Golf Professionals, Merchandise Manager, Caddie Manager TrackMan 4 with Simulator

The Position Our PGM Interns will be key members of our Professional Staff and will have exposure in all aspects of our Golf Operation. Primary areas of responsibility will include, but not be limited to: • Opening/closing the Golf Shop and day to day customer service • Tournament Operations • Junior Golf Instruction • Member Services • Playing golf with members • Assisting Caddie Manager with facilitating member play • Merchandising including receiving, ticketing, and displaying both hard and soft goods

Key Success Factors • A heart for hospitality • Self-motivated with a strong desire to pursue PGA Membership • A passion for playing the game- Interns will have ample time to play and practice • The willingness to work as a team player for the betterment of our Club • An appetite for learning and growth

Our Pledge to You Our goal is to recruit, train, and develop a motivated group of talented individuals. We want the best and brightest, and so do our members.

If you join our team, our commitment to your growth will include: • Educating you to be an expert in quality service • Empowering you to create positive experiences by using sound judgement • Learning about your individual goals, and helping to create a plan to move forward • Providing the tools necessary to enhance our members’ time at the Club • Giving timely feedback regarding your performance

Compensation & Benefits •$15 per hour ($22.50 for hours over 40 per week)typical work week is 5 days, and 40-45 hours • Junior Golf Bonus • Staff Uniforms provided (shirts, pants, hats, etc.)

• Staff housing provided at a cost of $75 per week

Employee Mission Statement "We are ladies and gentlemen, working together, to exceed the expectations of our members, and to achieve a national reputation for excellence."