General Manager​/COO Belle Meade Club

Overview

General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Profile

BELLE MEADE COUNTRY CLUB
NASHVILLE, TN
GENERAL MANAGER/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER OPPORTUNITY AT BELLE MEADE COUNTRY CLUB

Belle Meade Country Club, located in one of the most desirable areas of the country in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a new General Manager/Chief Operating Officer following the retirement of a long-tenured and beloved leader. Belle Meade Country Club is a distinguished and widely recognized club with a rich history. The Club embraces Southern hospitality and is seeking a leader who can guide strategic initiatives for the next generation, while respecting and preserving the culture that defines the membership experience.

The ideal candidate will provide clear direction to the Belle Meade team, maintain strong visible engagement throughout the property, and champion best-in-class quality and service consistency. This individual will be proactive in team development and bring clear club expertise, innovation, and operational excellence across all areas of the club.

Located in a highly competitive employment market, Belle Meade is seeking a partner to lead efforts to build and sustain a strong workforce. This includes understanding the current team’s needs, implementing effective attraction and retention strategies, and positioning Belle Meade as a hospitality employer of choice in the Nashville area. The successful candidate will be a visible, engaging, and approachable communicator who can establish a strong working relationship with the Board and serve as a thoughtful partner in strategic planning.

Experience in capital planning and project execution is essential, as the Club has a long-range capital plan with multiple projects scheduled across the amenities and golf course in the next several years. Above all, the next General Manager/Chief Operating Officer must bring presence, credibility, and professional gravitas to the role.

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Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Nashville, Belle Meade Country Club is more than just a club – it s a lifestyle. At the historic clubhouse, Southern charm blends seamlessly with modern amenities. Members enjoy gourmet meals at multiple dining venues, both indoors and outdoors, network with fellow members, or simply unwind with a cocktail. The Club is home to a championship golf course designed by renowned architects and offers a challenge for golf enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Beyond golf, Belle Meade offers a state-of-the-art wellness center.

Families will delight in our array of activities designed for all ages. From swimming to engaging in tennis matches on the courts. Belle Meade has eight state-of-the-art indoor tennis courts that utilize the Deco turf 11-layer cushion system – the same surface system required by the U.S. Open Tennis Championship, a total of ten Hydro-Grid outdoor courts, and four pickleball courts.

In 1916, the Dutch Colonial clubhouse, made of cypress wood and painted white, opened to members. The name was officially changed to Belle Meade Country Club in 1921. The Belle Meade Country Club has had a storied history in Nashville for over a century, reflecting the community s growth and prosperity. From its inception, the Club, with its superb leadership and equally magnificent staff, has been renowned for its social activities and exceptional food service.

Its history of parties, charitable galas, debutante balls, and wedding receptions is unsurpassed in Nashville.

The mission statement at Belle Meade Country Club is: “To deliver an exceptional private club experience for Members and guests, marked by tradition, service excellence, and a welcoming community.”

Belle Meade Country Club By The Numbers

• Initiation Fee: $150,000
• Annual Dues: $10,656
• All membership categories: 1226
• Annual gross volume:
  Approximately $24.5 M
• Annual F&B revenue:
  Approximately $7.2 M
• Annual gross payroll:
  Approximately $10.5 M
• Approximately 30,000 rounds of golf annually
• There are 9 Board Members, each serving 3-year terms
• There are 11 Committees:
  House, Green, Tennis & Rackets, Wellness, Pool, Membership, Long Range…