Head Golf Professional

Job overview

The Head Golf Professional is an onsite role in Naples, FL; compensation is not specified. The role supports the Director of Golf at The Gate Golf Club, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to golf in Southwest Florida. The club is scheduled to open in late 2026. The professional will help launch and manage daily golf operations, including the golf shop, tee sheet, practice facilities, Golf Academy, tournaments, instruction, and guest experience. The role also develops staff and programs and contributes to pre-opening and grand-opening preparations.

What you'll do

• Support daily golf operations and guest services
• recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and develop staff
• oversee tee sheet activity, pace of play, carts, and practice facilities
• support Golf Academy programming and instruction
• assist with shop merchandising and inventory
• plan tournaments, leagues, clinics, and events
• maintain procedures and records
• collaborate with other departments
• support pre-opening and grand-opening preparations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

golf operations

golf instruction

golf academy

tournaments

player development

guest services

golf shop

pre-opening

naples fl

the gate golf club

pga membership preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role helps build a new golf operation and Golf Academy, with a focus on making golf accessible to families and players of all skill levels.

About the employer

Gate Golf Club, Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Golf Courses and Country Clubs. Sector: 71.