Club Details

The Winter Club of Lake Forest

956 N SHERIDAN RD
LAKE FOREST, IL 60045

This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.

Age of Club	Number of Members	Average Age of Members	Club Ownership
122	800	44	Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume	Annual Dues Volume	Annual Food Sales	Annual Beverage Sales
$2,900,000.00	$1,200,000.00	$300,000.00	$100,000.00

Golf Facilities

Golf facilities unspecified

Tennis Facilities

10 outdoor Hard courts

4 Platform Tennis Courts 3 Regulation Courts and 3 Quick Start/Pickleball Courts Over 35% of membership participates in Platform Tennis

Swimming Facilities

1 Outdoor

Other Athletic Facilities

2 Outdoor Ice Rinks with full refrigeration system to facilitate Winter Club's Junior Hockey program - www.WinterClubHockey.com

Dining Facilities

Cafe

The Winter Club has a Cafe that provides food and beverage service year round. Summer patio seat 104 and seating is available indoors. The Cafe also handles the private parties and club events.

Special Club Features

About the Club: Founded in 1902, The Winter Club of Lake Forest has a long history as a casual, family-oriented private club serving the communities of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff, IL. With 330+ member families and an initiation fee of $20,000, the Club is in a solid financial position. Amenities include two outdoor ice rinks, four platform tennis courts, three hard tennis courts, three quick-start/pickle ball courts, gymnasium, swimming pools, squash courts, a cafe with summer outdoor patio, and a private preschool.

The Club is situated on four acres in the residential area of east Lake Forest, IL and is especially well known for its summer day camp, outdoor ice rinks, and platform tennis programs. The private preschool is regarded as the best in the area. There is an excellent staff in place, with several department heads who have been with the Club for many years.

The Club has two main seasons of activity, with the summer season running from Memorial Day through Labor Day and the winter season running from November 1 through March 15.

Club is open 7 days per week, 12 months per year.

Job Details

Date Posted

10/10/2024

Job Title

Event Manager

Brief Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Event Manager to join our team and oversee the planning and execution of various events. The ideal candidate will have a passion for organizing successful events and ensuring all details are meticulously coordinated.

Duties
- Plan, organize, and execute a wide range of events from conception through to completion
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery
- Manage event budgets and track expenses to ensure cost-effectiveness
- Develop event timelines and schedules, ensuring all deadlines are met
- Oversee event setup, breakdown, and logistics
- Handle event marketing and promotion activities to drive attendance
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand event objectives and deliver on expectations

Candidate Qualifications

Experience
- Proven experience in event planning and management
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency in proofreading, editing, writing, and research
- Familiarity with social media management for event promotion
- Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences
- Experience in press releases, public speaking, journalism, or public relations is a plus

Educational Requirements

Date Position Available

10/20/24

Salary Range

$55,000.00 to $64,999.00

Other Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Please send resumes to:

Chris Nickerson
General Manager
956 N SHERIDAN RD
LAKE FOREST, IL 60045
PHONE: 7738070452
cnickerson@thewinterclub.com