Job Title: Clubhouse Manager
Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum
Location: Bishop's Stortford
Term: Permanent, Full Time 40 hours per week
Are you an organised, practical and proactive facilities professional looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?
Our client is a well-established, community-focused sports organisation with an excellent reputation and a busy calendar of sporting fixtures, events and private functions. They are looking to appoint a hands-on Clubhouse Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of their clubhouse and facilities, ensuring everything runs smoothly and is maintained to the highest standards.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and working with a wide range of people including contractors, volunteers, suppliers and committee members.
The Role of Clubhouse Manager:
As Clubhouse Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring the facilities are always presented to an exceptional standard and are fully prepared for sporting events, hospitality and community activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the day-to-day operation of the clubhouse and surrounding facilities.
- Ensuring the venue is fully prepared for sporting fixtures, functions and events.
- Coordinating building maintenance, repairs and contractors.
- Managing cleaning standards and supervising the cleaning contractor.
- Taking responsibility for operational Health & Safety and statutory compliance.
- Carrying out regular site inspections and arranging remedial works where required.
- Managing supplier relationships and purchasing within agreed budgets.
- Coordinating security arrangements, including opening and locking the premises.
- Overseeing the laundering and preparation of sports kit using the on-site facilities.
- Building positive relationships with volunteers, committee members, neighbouring organisations and suppliers.
To be successful in the Clubhouse Manager role:
We're looking for someone who is naturally organised, enjoys being hands-on and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience managing facilities, operations or premises.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Experience managing contractors and external suppliers.
- A good understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Good IT and administrative skills.
- The ability to work independently while also motivating and supporting volunteers and colleagues.
Experience within a sports club, hospitality venue or community organisation would be advantageous, as would knowledge of building maintenance, purchasing or budget management.
Salary and Benefits for the Clubhouse Manager role:
- Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum dependent upon experience
- 23 days' annual leave plus statutory bank holidays where applicable, 3 days annual leave must be taken between Christmas and New Year and remaining leave should normally be taken during the off-season or as agreed with the Executive Committee
- Hours: 40 hours per week out of season: Monday to Friday (Mid May to Mid August) In Season: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some flexibility will be required with occasional adjustments to working days depending on fixtures, events and operational requirements.
Please note: Due to the nature of this recruitment process, shortlisted CVs will be forwarded directly to our client for consideration. By applying for this vacancy, you are consenting to RecruitAbility sharing your CV and application details with the hiring organisation for the purposes of this recruitment campaign.
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