Golf Course Superintendent

Chateau Golf and Country Club – Kenner, Louisiana

About the Opportunity

Chateau Golf and Country Club is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to lead the maintenance and agronomic operations of our 18-hole facility. This is a full-time leadership position with complete responsibility for the performance, conditioning, and daily execution of the golf course.

This is not a passive role. We are looking for either an experienced Superintendent or a high-potential Assistant ready to step in and take control of an operation. The right candidate will be expected to lead people, make decisions, and deliver results in a real-world environment where priorities matter.

Position Overview

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for all phases of maintenance operations, agronomic planning, staff leadership, and project execution. This role requires someone who can run a team, manage the golf schedule, and maintain consistent conditions without relying on excess resources.

This is a leadership position built on accountability. Success is defined by execution, consistency, and the ability to improve the golf course through decision-making—not just inputs.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, manage, and hold accountable the entire maintenance team

- Plan and execute agronomic programs with discipline and consistency

- Control daily course setup while balancing play demands and conditions

- Oversee irrigation strategy, water management, and system performance

- Identify, prioritize, and execute improvement projects

- Manage budget and allocate resources where they actually matter

- Maintain accurate records for applications, equipment, and operations

- Enforce safe work practices and professional standards

- Coordinate directly with golf operations to ensure daily performance

Preferred Qualifications

- Current Golf Course Superintendent or a proven Assistant ready to lead

- Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field (or equivalent experience)

- Strong working knowledge of turfgrass management practices

- Experience with irrigation systems, equipment, and chemical applications

- Pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain)

- Valid driver’s license

- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational ability

- Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary commensurate with experience: $75,000 to 100,000

- Continued compensation growth tied directly to performance and results

- Benefits package available (details provided during hiring process)

- Professional development opportunities

Position Details

- Full-time position

- Start date: Open / based on availability

- Location: Kenner, Louisiana

Additional Information

This is a results-driven role for someone who takes ownership of outcomes. It requires leadership, prioritization, and the ability to execute consistently under real operating conditions.

This is not the right position for someone who needs constant direction or ideal conditions. It is the right position for someone who wants to lead, make decisions, and be judged on the results they produce.

Final Note

If you want full control of an operation, this is it.

If you can lead people, manage play, and execute without excuses, we should talk.

If you need perfect conditions or unlimited resources, this is not your job.