General Manager

Wilderness Ridge Golf Club, established in 2001 and designed by renowned golf course architect Jim White, is a prestigious private golf facility situated in Lincoln. This 7,100-yard, par-71 golf course is celebrated for its unique water features and impeccably maintained bent grass greens, attracting golf enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over the years, Wilderness Ridge has played host to numerous distinguished championships such as the U.S. Open Qualifier, Nebraska Section PGA Championship, Nebraska Mid-Amateur Championship, and several notable college championships. The club not only offers a superior golfing experience but also provides elegant dining options through its two restaurants. The Lodge at Wilderness Ridge features rustic fine dining with an emphasis on premium steaks and fresh seafood flown weekly from Seattle, delivering an exceptional culinary experience. Timbers offers a more relaxed dining environment where members can unwind after a day's work or a round of golf.

Wilderness Ridge Golf Club has also cemented its reputation as Lincoln’s top choice for wedding venues, featuring five distinct options for corporate business meetings. The club's continuous growth over the past few years reflects its commitment to enhancing member amenities and overall experience. Additions include a state-of-the-art aquatics center, a standalone golf shop and academy, enhancements to The Lodge restaurant, Timbers restaurant, and a new fitness center. The club’s comprehensive approach to service, facility improvement, and member engagement has led to a significant increase in membership and a strong community presence. Further information about the club and its offerings can be found at www.wildernessridgegolf.com.

The position available is a full-time, salaried, exempt role centered on managing the overall operations and fiscal performance of Wilderness Ridge Golf Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures while developing and executing strategies related to service, fiscal management, operations, marketing, and business development. The role calls for strong leadership skills to set and uphold service and operational standards across all departments and employees of the club.

Key responsibilities for this role include fostering effective communication with members and clients about the club and ongoing improvements, implementing guest and member service training programs to deliver a "Best in Class" experience, and supervising full and part-time staff including the course superintendent, Director of Golf, sales team, food and beverage, accounting, and human resources. A critical part of the job involves monitoring financial performance against budget goals, analyzing variances, and implementing necessary action plans to keep operations financially sound. Coordination with the home office for accounting and payroll is essential, as is directing the development and monitoring of annual business plans and capital budgets.

The General Manager is expected to develop and communicate recommendations for operating guidelines and capital projects to senior management and ownership. Leadership is also required in maintaining excellence in all facets of club operations such as golf, food and beverage, agronomics, marketing, and training while ensuring productivity efficiencies and budget compliance. Approving financial expenditures and transactions relative to operations and facilities, ensuring the highest quality of customer service throughout all departments, and promoting positive employee morale are critical elements of the role. The ideal candidate will exhibit a professional demeanor, positive attitude, and a commitment to the company’s culture and mission, supporting a workplace environment that values both member satisfaction and staff development.