On almost every hole, a well-placed tee shot offers a clear view of the green and flag. Miss the ideal line, however, and the challenge quickly increases, calling for care and creativity…
An original Willie Campbell design dating back to 1891 and redesigned in 2018 by David J. Russell to modern championship standards, our iconic course stretches over 7000 yards from the back tees and is designed to be playable in all conditions.
The Machrie Islay offers plenty of variety and tests every aspect of the golf game. It’s this balance of precision and nerve that keeps our members and guests engaged, tested, and eager to return for more.
Our Golf Retail Assistant role:
We’re looking for an energetic and friendly Golf Retail Assistant to support our Golf Operations team at The Machrie Islay.
Reporting to our PGA Assistant Professional Golf Ops Supervisor, you’ll be essential to our day-to-day golf and retail operations, ensuring that guests, members, and team are assisted with check-ins, tee sheet processing, equipment hire, rentals, and more.
As our Golf Retail Assistant, you’ll be:
- Continuously demonstrating a deep respect for our team, guests, members, owners, property, and wider natural environment.
- Ensuring all hire equipment is labelled, stored correctly, and in good working order for guest, member, and team use.
- Processing tee sheets and receiving and inputting booking requests accurately into our golf management system.
- Checking golfers in and processing payments via cash, card, and room charges, utilising the correct green fee code in addition to additional items such as retail and hire items.
- Supporting the general preparation and administration of golf events, as instructed by our Supervisor and Head PGA Professional.
- Cleaning, labelling, and setting up equipment as per standard operating procedures.
- Ensuring golf clubs, golf balls, push/pull carts, and golf buggies are organised, accessible, and readily available.
- Developing, improving, and supporting our guest services, seeking to go above and beyond to exceed expectations.
- Ensuring that locker rooms are kept clean and tidy at all times.
- Acting as an ambassador of our Another Place – The Machrie brand and fostering a sense of community between our guests, members, and team.
Please note, this is a full-time role on an Annualised Hour Contract working 40 hours per week.
The skills you’ll be sharing with us:
- Educated to high school level (or above)
- A passion for golf, the golf game, and developing your skills (preferred)
- Computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office systems
- A comprehensive knowledge of golf and golf rules (desirable)
- Ability to work under your own initiative
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards
- Hospitality experience within a similar retail/customer-facing setting (preferred)
- A desire to learn, grow, and develop yourself within a fast-paced environment
- A flexible schedule approach that adapts to evolving business needs and demands
Life at Another Place – The Machrie
Due to the hotel’s remote location, you will require a valid driving license and access to a personal vehicle. We also offer team accommodation within same-sex residences (where possible). As a team, we work together to deliver memorable moments for our guests to immerse themselves in the vibrancy of island living, and it’s our strong sense of community and our wider connection to the residents and natural beauty of Islay, that allows us to offer a space where outdoor living and indoor comforts coalesce – where both guests, locals, and team can rest, play, work, gather, and make the most of what matters.
What we’ll offer you in return:
- A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – Islay ‘the queen’ of the Hebridean archipelago off the West Coast of Scotland
- Use of our Championship Links Golf Course (7,000 yards from the back trees, rated one of the world's top 100)
- A welcoming team of like minds, eager to support and encourage each other
- Accommodation (as required, dependent on availability)
- Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
- Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place – The Machrie, Another Place – The Lake, SeaSpace, and Watergate Bay Hotels
- Discounts for you and your friends & family to eat at our variety of restaurants (including 18 Restaurant and Bar)
- Team social events throughout the year
- Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. With far-reaching views stretching across the golf links and Laggan Bay, you’ll never be short on inspiration. Life at Another Place isn't just a job - it's a transformative career opportunity. If you come alive in nature and have a genuine desire to expand your hospitality skills in a location where your attitude and experience truly matter, Another Place - The Machrie is the place for you.
If you would love to join us as our Golf Retail Assistant apply now and be part of our journey at Another Place – The Machrie, a wonderful place to work.