CLUB DETAILS
Big Sand Lake Club
4571 Big Sand Lake Club Rd
Phelps, WI 54554
Age of Club Number of Members Average Age of Members Club Ownership
128 135 -- Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume Annual Dues Volume Annual Food Sales Annual Beverage Sales
-- -- $90,000.00 $5,000.00
Golf Facilities
Golf - 9-Hole Public Course with carts available
Tennis Facilities
Two courts and Pickle Ball
Swimming Facilities
Lakefront, Pier and Swimraft
Other Athletic Facilities
Watersports (Waterski, Sailing, Canoeing/Kayaking, etc) and Fishing available to the Members
Dining Facilities
Indoor and outdoor facilities
Special Club Features
Big Sand Lake Clubis not only a place, but also about people. It is about friendships and a special place where your
family can gather year after year - literally for generations. On the shore of Big Sand Lake in the beautiful north
woods of Wisconsin at the border of the Nicolet and Ottawa National Forests, the Club is situated in one of the most
pristine and private environments imaginable. Eagles nests on Club property, fish abound in the lake and trails wind
their way through untouched woodlands. This truly is a place to relax, to reconnect with yourself and to enjoy time
with friends and your family.
Founded in 1891as the Eagle River Fishing and Shooting Club, Big Sand Lake Club has evolved over more than a
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century to a family centered club with approximately 135 members. Original buildings on Club property were
remnants of a logging camp. Eventually additional cabins and a clubhouse were built. The original Clubhouse,
affectionately known as "the Flop", was destroyed by fire in 1924. In 1926, the current clubhouse or "Lodge" was
completed. Some 15,000 square feet, it was at the time, the largest all log structure in the United States. Today, it
remains the center of Club activities. The Lodge consists of 23 guest rooms, women's and men's card rooms, a billiard
room and a dining room where breakfast and dinner are served six days per week.
Club is open 7 days per week, 5 months per year.
JOB DETAILS
Date Posted
12/15/2020
Job Title
General Manager
Brief Job Description
Responsibilities:
The Club Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Big Sand Lake Club, and reports to the Club
President.
The Club Manager coordinates activities with the Chairs of the following committees: Finance, Golf, Dining,
House, Building & Grounds and Sports & Pastimes.
The Club Manager conducts herself or himself in a responsible and professional manner at all times while at or
away from the club and encourages other staff members to do the same to reflect the proper image of the club
throughout the community.
Although the Club is not open in the winter the Club Manager's position is a year round position; with the offseason spent opening the Club in the spring, closing it in the fall, hiring and training personnel and other
activities.
During the Club Season, Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, there may be significant hours
required.
Late March until Memorial Day weekend; and a month or so after closing in late September, there are
also significant time requirements.
Between November 1 and mid-March the time demands are more sporadic
Implement and oversee adherence to Club COVID policies and procedures to protect all members and employees.
Recruit, hire, train, lead, mentor, motivate and terminate employees as required.
Create and maintain a strong employee team culture.
Ensure that the employees are at all times attentive, friendly, courteous and efficient in their interactions with
members, guests, management and all employees.
Effectively monitor and actively lead the customer service effort.
Oversee that all employees receive orientation, training and resources necessary to ensure employee
effectiveness, courtesy toward others and continued development.
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Conduct weekly staff meetings, motivate the staff team and control turnover.
Ensure complete processing of member charges daily. Create invoices upon member/guest departures, and send
monthly invoice statements.
Collect past due receivables.
Analyze budget and control costs.
Manage the forecasting and inventory for the Club.
Coordinate operations of the Club, including: front desk, reservations, dining, housekeeping, maintenance,
purchasing, invoicing, and scheduling employees' daily duties to effect operational efficiency.
Oversee the physical appearance of the property to ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property
through inspections and preventative maintenance programs.
Ensures property, grounds, physical plant and work areas maintained to standard.
Builds owner loyalty through proactive communication, setting and managing expectations and delivering solid
business results.
Able to be diplomatic and tactful − yet firm − in dealing with member constituents.
Resolve complaints and respond quickly to requests in a friendly manner.
Ensure Club is in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws and procedures. Including OSHA, EEOC, Wage
and Hour and Health laws.
Manages Wedding clients and group clients, and take part in new member recruitment.
Perform all other duties as requested.
Candidate Qualifications
Strong motivator and leader.
Working knowledge of accounting practices, QuickBooks, billing and accounting procedure and ability to enter and
validate data.
Advantage to have experience as a manager or assistant manager of a Club property, or a restaurant/hospitality
service company.
Working knowledge of Point of Sales systems and technology
Possess operational experience and a comprehensive understanding of front desk, training and housekeeping.
Ability to manage cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
Ability to make complex decisions in a dynamic environment in support of the club's culture and members
Advantage to have knowledge and skills involving renovations and managing projects.
Required to work nights, weekends and holidays and be on call when necessary.
Ability to thrive in small town environment.
Educational Requirements
Date Position Available
May 2021
Other Benefits
Salary with bonus opportunity
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Health Care benefits
Private home and utilities (including wifi and cable TV) provided year-round on property
Food during season
Gas for car
Opportunity for spouse/partner to work during the season (depending upon the needs of the Club)
Please send resumes to:
Martin Whitfield
Board Member/Search Committee
BSLCManagerPosition@gmail.com