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Mountain Ridge Country Club

713 Passaic Avenue
West Caldwell, NJ 07006

Unique Club/Facility Details

The golf course has always been very highly regarded, and was considered a challenging course when it opened in 1931. Little has changed in the 80 years since. Often described as one of the NYC Metropolitan Area’s “hidden gems,” Mountain Ridge has hosted many championships of the New Jersey State Golf Association and Metropolitan Golf Association, most recently the MGA’s Ike Championship in 2007 and the New Jersey PGA championship in 2009. In 2012, Mountain Ridge hosted its first USGA event, the USGA Senior Amateur Championship, and in 2021 hosted the LPGA Cognizant Cup. 

The golf course has had a number of honors and high rankings bestowed upon it by Golf Digest, Met Golfer, Links Magazine,and a number of other publications. Links has included Mountain Ridge among its list of “Best Club Experiences in the Met Area, noting, “The Ross design features some of the finest and quickest greens in the state.” In 2012, the golf course was awarded Golf Magazine’s “Renovation ofthe Year.”

The striking Tudor- style, fieldstone clubhouse was designed in 1929 by architect Clifford C. Wendehack, who built similarly- styled centerpieces for Winged Foot, Ridgewood, and Bethpage, among others. The clubhouse underwent a full renovation in 2011-12, transforming it from top to bottom and giving it a breathtaking new, contemporary - yet - classic look. The Clubhouse’s Dining Room and Tavern offer members fine and casual dining options. Mountain Ridge members also enjoy tennis and swimming in season.

The Mountain Ridge membership is active, family oriented, and multi-generational.

MOUNTAIN RIDGE COUNTRY CLUB MISSION STATEMENT

To provide facilities to play golf and other recreational activities and to maintain a clubhouse with dining facilities for the benefit of its members and their guests.

Club is open 6 days per week, 10 months per year.

Age of Club: 113
Number of Members: 400
Average Age of Members: 60
Club Ownership: Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume: $13,000,000.00
Annual Dues Volume: $7,500,000.00
Annual Food Sales: $2,600,000.00
Annual Beverage Sales: $870,000.00
This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.

Golf Facilities

  • 18 hole course, par 71, designed by Donald Ross
Often described as one of the NYC Metropolitan Area's "hidden gems", the golf course at Mountain Ridge Country Club is both rewarding and challenging. It has had numerous honors and high rankings bestowed upon it by Golf Digest, Met Golfer, Links Magazine and a number of other publications. Links has included Mountain Ridge among its list of "Best Club Experiences in the Met Area", noting, "The Ross design features some of the finest and quickest greens in the state."

Racquet Facilities

  • 7 outdoor Har-Tru courts

Swimming Facilities

  • 1 Outdoor

Other Athletic Facilities

Pickleball Courts

Dining Facilities

  • Banquet Room that seats 130
  • Snack Bar that seats 50
  • Casual Dining Room that seats 95
  • Member's Grill that seats 120
  • Outdoor Dining that seats 200
Back Patio for event function that hosts our large events.

Job Details

Date Posted

6/12/2025

Job Title

Director of Catering

Job Description

Key Job Functions:

  • Event Planning and Management:
     
    • Plan and manage private banquets, meetings, golf outings, and all member-related events.
    • Prepare and draft proposals and contracts.
    • Create detailed Event Orders (BEOs) and floor plans for each catered event.
    • Collaborate with the Food and Beverage team to ensure all event details are executed accurately.
    • Handle event-related purchases, including décor, linens and hire any external vendors.
    • Serve as a liaison between the Food and Beverage team, Banquet staff, and management to coordinate staffing requirements.
       
  • Sales and Marketing:
     
    • Focus on Banquet Food and Beverage sales, including menu planning and event timelines.
    • Conduct site visits to highlight our facilities and offerings, aiding event hosts in the planning process.
    • Assist in creating the annual calendar of social events for members.
    • Assist in marketing, membership emails, and social media content to engage membership.
       
  • Financial Management and Budgeting:
     
    • Work with the General Manager in preparation of the annual catering budget.
    • Manage profit and loss statements for all catering activities.
    • Ensure effective food, labor, and supply control to meet budgetary goals.
    • Establish appropriate pricing for private catering services to ensure profitability while maintaining exceptional quality.
    • Complete billing for each event in a timely manner.
       
  • Communication Responsibilities:
    • Promote the Club’s brand across all forms of communication.
    • Build a strong rapport with the membership and committees.
    • Engage with members regarding their event needs, providing guidance and support throughout the planning process.
    • Engage with members to promote club activities and generate enthusiasm through various communication channels.
    • Ensure timely and relevant information and updates for member events are on the website and on the ForeTees app.
    • Respond promptly to event inquiries, ensuring clear and informative communication to facilitate booking and planning decisions.
       
  • Qualifications:
     
    • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
    • Energetic, enthusiastic, and service-oriented with the ability to adapt to different personalities.
    • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
    • Creative menu development skills.
    • Understanding of banquet revenue generation.
    • Proficient in Floor Plan Software, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Canva; experience with Jonas and Salesforce is a plus but not required.
      • Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with graphic design programs (e.g., Adobe InDesign) preferred.
      • 3-5 years of related experience; previous experience in a country club, membership organization, or golf industry is preferred but not required.
         
  • Compensation, Hours and Benefits:
  • Start date: Immediate
    • Annual Compensation based on experience, paid bi-weekly
  • The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during peak season.
    • Peak Season (May – September)
  • Benefits to include:
    • Annual Performance Bonus
    • Annual Membership to CMAA or Other Professional Networking
    • 401k available after one year
    • Health, Dental, and Vision available within the first 30 days of employment

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to General Manager, James Messina at jmessina@mountainridgecc.org with a subject line “Director of Catering Application”.

Candidate Qualifications

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Energetic, enthusiastic, and service-oriented with the ability to adapt to different personalities.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Creative menu development skills.
  • Understanding of banquet revenue generation.
  • Proficient in Floor Plan Software, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Canva; experience with Jonas and Salesforce is a plus but not required.
    • Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with graphic design programs (e.g., Adobe InDesign) preferred.
    • 3-5 years of related experience; previous experience in a country club, membership organization, or golf industry is preferred but not required.

Educational Requirements

Date Position Available

Immediately

Other Benefits

  • Compensation, Hours and Benefits:
  • Start date: Immediate
    • Annual Compensation based on experience, paid bi-weekly
  • The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during peak season
  • Benefits to include:
    • Annual Performance Bonus
    • Annual Membership to CMAA or Other Professional Networking
    • 401k available after one year
    • Health, Dental, and Vision available within the first 30 days of employment

Please send resumes to:

James Messina
General Manager
713 Passaic Avenue
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
PHONE: 9735758200
jmessina@mountainridgecc.org

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