Club Details

Walnut Creek Country Club

508 Lake Shore Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534

Unique Club/Facility Details

An exceptional opportunity exists to lead Walnut Creek Country Club as its next General Manager at an exciting moment in its history. Fresh from major investments in its facilities, the Club is seeking a dynamic, engaging, and experienced leader who will embrace its welcoming, family-oriented culture while providing the strategic vision and operational expertise to guide the Club into its next chapter.

The successful candidate will be highly visible and approachable, building collaborative relationships that earn the trust of members and employees alike. We are looking for a confident servant leader who promotes a positive culture, develops and empowers a talented leadership team, and sets clear, achievable expectations and accountability throughout the Club.

About Walnut Creek Country Club

Walnut Creek sits on land with deep roots in Wayne County history. In the late 1960s, a group of forward-thinking local partners came together with a shared vision of creating a premier recreational haven for the community. In 1967, renowned architect Ellis Maples brought that vision to life with a championship 18-hole golf course set among mature greenery on the shores of an expansive lake.

The lake is one of the Club's great treasures, offering a wide range of recreational activities and a scenic backdrop that sets Walnut Creek apart from other clubs in the region.

The Club has continued to grow and invest ever since. Today members enjoy inviting dining spaces, modern locker and shower facilities, a busy golf pro shop and driving range, tennis and pickleball courts, and newly renovated swimming pools. The Club recently completed a renovation of over $400,000 of its ballroom, which now hosts gatherings of up to guests, making it one of the premier event venues in Eastern North Carolina.

From golf tournaments to tennis/pickleball competitions to entertainment and social events, the calendar is full year-round. Walnut Creek has hosted Pro-Am tournaments and has even been featured on television, showcasing the community spirit that makes the Club special.

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

Age of Club: 61

Number of Members: 553

Average Age of Members: 58

Club Ownership: Member-Owned

Gross Dollar Volume: $3,100,000.00

Annual Dues Volume: $1,400,000.00

Annual Food Sales: $900,000.00

Annual Beverage Sales: $265,000.00

Golf Facilities

18 hole course, par 72, designed by Ellis Maples

Racquet Facilities

4 outdoor lighted Clay courts

We also have 6 pickleball courts.

Swimming Facilities

2 Outdoor

Other Athletic Facilities

Dining Facilities

1 Lounge/Bar that seats 60
1 Informal Dining Room that seats 100
1 Ballroom that seats 400
1 Formal Dining Room that seats 85

We also have smaller rooms that can be used for private dining spaces, business meetings or other events.

Job Details

Date Posted

11/3/2026

Job Title

General Manager

Job Description

The General Manager reports directly to the Board of Directors through the Board President and serves as the Club's chief operating officer, responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and daily operations of the Club. Key responsibilities include:

Lead and develop the department heads for golf, tennis/pickleball, dining, banquets, marketing, and pool, and hold a weekly management team meeting to coordinate updates, upcoming events, and needs across all departments.
Prepare and manage the operating and capital budgets, safeguard the Club's assets, and deliver clear, timely financial reporting to the Board.
Oversee capital projects and partner with the Board on long-range planning, membership growth, and capital reserve strategies.
Drive membership recruitment, engagement, and retention, including creative programs that welcome the next generation of members and families.
Build on the renovated ballroom to grow weddings, corporate events, and community functions as a major revenue source.
Be a visible, approachable presence with members, staff, and the Goldsboro community.

Candidate Qualifications

7 to 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience in a private, member-owned club or comparable multi-amenity hospitality operation is preferred. Accomplished industry "rising stars" who have shown success and leadership readiness will also be considered.
Strong operational and financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and oversight across multiple departments and amenities.
Demonstrated success leading hospitality operations with a strong focus on member experience, service excellence, and team leadership.
Experience enhancing food and beverage operations, service standards, and programming.
Experience working collaboratively with boards and committees on strategic planning and long-term club positioning.
Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing teams in a positive, accountable, service-oriented culture.
Demonstrated ability to lead an organization through change while preserving its culture and traditions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency with modern club technology and systems.
A CCM or CCE designation, CMAA membership, and a bachelor's degree in hospitality, business, or a related field are preferred.

Educational Requirements

A CCM or CCE designation, CMAA membership, and a bachelor's degree in hospitality, business, or a related field are preferred.

Date Position Available

01/01/2027

Other Benefits

A performance incentive, health insurance, a retirement plan, CMAA dues and continuing education support, and relocation assistance will be offered to the chosen candidate.

Life in Goldsboro

Goldsboro offers the comfort and affordability of a close-knit Southern town with easy access to more:

About an hour from Raleigh, the Research Triangle, and RDU International Airport.
A reasonable drive to the Crystal Coast beaches for weekends on the water.
Home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, which gives the community a diverse, well-traveled population and a stable economic anchor.
A lower cost of living than the Triangle or coastal markets, with a mild climate that allows year-round golf and outdoor living.
Good healthcare, schools, and a friendly community that welcomes newcomers.

Please send resumes to:

Mary Bartlett
VP Board of Directors
508 Lake Shore Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534
PHONE: 919-920-4151
gm@walnutcreekcountryclub.org