Position Summary
Valley Country Club is seeking a motivated and hospitality-driven professional to join our team in a growth-focused role designed to develop future leaders in private club operations. This position is a hands-on learning opportunity for an individual interested in building a career in the private club industry. Working directly alongside club leadership, this role will gain exposure to the full scope of club operations with a primary focus on delivering exceptional member experiences.
The Club Operations & Member Experience Associate will support key initiatives across events, food & beverage service, pool operations, member programming, and overall hospitality execution - learning how each touchpoint contributes to member satisfaction, retention, and membership growth.
This is a paid developmental position designed to build operational understanding, leadership skills, and a deep appreciation for the standards that define Valley Country Club and Troon-managed properties.
Core Purpose of the Role
This role exists to:
• Support the execution of exceptional member experiences • Learn and assist in the operational rhythm of a private club • Develop an understanding of hospitality-driven leadership • Gain cross-departmental exposure to club functions • Build foundational skills in event execution, service delivery, and member relations
Pay: $20/hr
Key Responsibilities
Member Experience Support
Assist in the execution of club events and member programming Support day-to-day hospitality touchpoints across dining, pool, and social spaces Observe and participate in service delivery with a focus on consistency and personalization Identify opportunities to enhance guest and member experience
Event & Programming Operations
Assist with club event planning and execution Support setup, flow, and service coordination for member functions Participate in post-event review and operational feedback
Pool & Seasonal Service Support
Engage in seasonal operations including poolside hospitality Support service standards in outdoor and casual environments Learn the importance of experience continuity across all club settings
Operational Learning
Shadow leadership across departments including: • Food & Beverage • Events • Membership Experience • Club Programming • Service Operations
Assist with execution of service standards and operational processes
Membership Awareness
Develop understanding of how hospitality impacts: • Member satisfaction • Retention • Recruitment • Learn how member experience supports membership sales and engagement
Continuous Improvement
Participate in service evaluations and improvement initiatives Contribute ideas for enhancing member experience Support implementation of operational enhancements
Learning & Development Focus
This role is designed to build knowledge in: • Private club service culture • Event operations • Member relationship management • Cross-department collaboration • Hospitality leadership fundamentals • Experience-driven programming • Operational excellence
Ideal Candidate
Passionate about hospitality and service excellence Interested in pursuing a career in club or hospitality leadership Strong interpersonal and communication skills Curious, proactive, and eager to learn Comfortable working in a dynamic, member-facing environment Professional and team-oriented Hospitality, event, or service experience preferred but not required.