Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager | Woodway Country Club

Established in 1916, Woodway Country Club is a member‑owned private club on 184 acres in Darien, Connecticut, one hour from New York City. The club hosts a nationally ranked Willie Park Jr. golf course that has undergone a multi‑million‑dollar restoration and holds Audubon Sanctuary status.

Woodway serves just under 650 members, maintains a strong waitlist, and generates $19.6 M in annual revenue. Amenities span three locations and include golf, multiple dining venues, pool and tennis, paddle, camps, and a waterfront Beach Club on Long Island Sound.

The Assistant General Manager partners with the General Manager to lead daily operations across all club facilities. You oversee dining and events, pool and camp operations, housekeeping, maintenance, reception, and security. You support budgets, develop teams, collaborate with committees, and step in for the GM when needed. Your focus stays on delivering a seamless, high‑quality member experience.

• Lead daily clubhouse and dining operations
• Maintain a visible presence with members and staff
• Oversee events, banquets, and service standards
• Support budgets, labor management, and cost controls
• Develop, train, and mentor year‑round and seasonal teams
• Ensure facility standards, safety, and compliance
• Partner with committees and executive leadership
• Support capital projects and operational initiatives

You thrive in a high‑expectation, member‑focused environment. You lead with confidence, communicate clearly, solve problems quickly, and elevate service standards. You balance respect for tradition with a forward‑looking mindset and bring a polished, professional presence to every interaction.

• 8+ years in hospitality, including 3+ years in a senior F&B leadership role
• High‑end hospitality F&B management experience required; private club experience is a plus
• Multi‑outlet F&B management including banquets with passion for customer/member engagement required
• Strong financial, operational, and people leadership skills
• Proven ability to build teams and drive service excellence
• Excellent career management and strong track record in mentoring teams

College degree preferred, ideally in Hospitality Management or a related field. Professional credentials such as CCM (CMAA) are strongly encouraged.