Club Details
South Shore Yacht Club
2300 E Nock Street
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Unique Club/Facility Details
South Shore Yacht Club (SSYC) offers a unique experience in the heart of Milwaukee's most vibrant neighborhood. SSYC is a dynamic community that celebrates inclusivity, camaraderie, and a love for the water. Whether you're passionate about sailing, power boating, or simply enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Michigan, SSYC welcomes individuals from all backgrounds.
SSYC is proud of our renowned junior sailing program, social, and competitive events, including the prestigious Queen's Cup® Race.
Club is open
6
days per week,
12
months per year.
Age of Club: 111
Number of Members: 700
Average Age of Members: 64
Club Ownership: Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume: $2,000,000.00
Annual Dues Volume: $500,000.00
Annual Food Sales: $500,000.00
Annual Beverage Sales: $500,000.00
This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.
Other Athletic Facilities
Dining Facilities
- 1 Lounge/Bar that seats 100
- 2 Formal Dining Room that seats 120
- 1 Outdoor Dining that seats 700
Job Details
Date Posted
2/29/2024
Job Title
Intern
Job Description
South Shore Yacht Club (SSYC) is seeking highly motivated students eager to gain hands-on experience in hospitality. Our internship program offers a rotational-based learning environment, pairing interns with experienced managers as mentors. Participants will receive training in membership, food & beverage, accounting, marketing, and sail race operations.
As a smaller club, SSYC accepts a maximum of 2 interns per summer, ensuring a personalized experience tailored to individual interests. This internship is designed to cultivate future leaders in the private club industry, offering immersive learning experiences that will shape the next generation of club professionals. The more you invest in this internship, the more you will gain from it.
Join us at South Shore Yacht Club and embark on a rewarding journey to develop your skills and pave the way for a successful career in the private club industry.
Candidate Qualifications
Position Title: Intern
Requirements: Applicant must be currently enrolled in a 4-year hospitality program or a comparable program.
Program Length: May – August, following the undergraduate break schedule.
Compensation:
- $16/hr
- Hourly performance-based incentive pay
- 1 meal per shift
- FREE Housing in the SSYC neighborhood
Transportation: Bicycle provided.
Scheduling and Availability: Applicants must have open availability and commit to full-time hours (35+ hours/week) for the duration of the internship.
Uniform Requirements: Interns must provide their own non-slip shoes, black work pants/shorts, khaki work pants/shorts, and business casual attire. Polo shirts will be provided for the different outlets, along with one foul weather jacket.
Rotational Program: Interns will rotate through departments to receive comprehensive training, including:
- F&B - Dining, Events, Banquets, Kitchen
- Waterfront
- Junior School
- Sail Race
Management Exposure: Interns will shadow their mentor managers week to week, wearing business casual attire or Club provided uniforms, to learn about their day-to-day tasks and responsibilities. They will spend time with various managers, including the Member Services Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Controller, Executive Chef, and General Manager. Interns will also have weekly one-on-one meetings with the General Manager to gain insights from an industry leader.
Local Badger Chapter: SSYC will sponsor attendance in all applicable chapter events.
Educational Requirements
Date Position Available
05/01/2024
Other Benefits
Please send resumes to:
Laura Jerominski
Member Services Manager
2300 E Nock Street
Milwaukee, WI 53207
PHONE: 414-481-2331
Apply Online
l.jerominski@ssyc.org
