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Club Details

Congress Lake Club

1 East Drive
Hartville, OH 44632


This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.
Age of Club Number of Members Average Age of Members Club Ownership
124 375 55 Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume Annual Dues Volume Annual Food Sales Annual Beverage Sales
$7,000,000.00 $3,000,000.00 $1,500,000.00 $600,000.00

Golf Facilities

  • 18 hole course, par 71, designed by Donald Ross

Tennis Facilities

  • 6 outdoor Clay courts

Swimming Facilities

  • 1 Outdoor

Other Athletic Facilities

300 acre recreational Lake featuring boating, sailing, and championship fishing

Dining Facilities

  • Casual Dining Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Lounge/Bar
  • Ballroom
  • Private Function Room
  • Snack Bar

Special Club Features

About the Club

The Congress Lake Club is an exclusive private club unique amongst most country clubs. Located in the Greater Akron/Cleveland metropolitan area, Congress Lake was founded in 1880 and incorporated as the Congress Lake Club by its founding member, President William McKinley in 1896.

The Club boasts a resort-like setting encompassing over 1000 acres. Congress Lake offers the typical amenities of all high-end exclusive country club such as, a Donald Ross designed, and pristinely maintained, 18-hole golf course with extensive practice facilities; a 50,000 square foot century clubhouse; resort style swimming pool; 6 clay tennis courts and 2 platform courts; several dining outlets and banquet facilities; 2 kitchens; multiple bars; and 10 overnight guest suites.  

Congress Lake may seem like a traditional country club, but it offers its member-owners something much more than just great golf and dining. It provides a resort lifestyle in their backyard for every family member regardless of age. The Club’s social events are non-stop including daily activities led by a Youth Director and team. The expansive property is centered on our private glacial lake. Boating, sailing, championship fishing, and a full-service marina provide recreational opportunities for the 88 lakefront estate residents and 300 more non-resident members. Walking and hiking throughout the grounds and the neighboring State Park or enjoying a cocktail watching the sun set on the Lake, the Club provides our members with an escape from the city and the suburbs just minutes from their home.

About the Area

Members joke that Congress Lake is the last “country” club that is still in the “country.” While our location could seem remote to some, our area enjoys a great quality of life for young professionals.  Northeast Ohio is undergoing an economic and cultural renaissance. Downtown Cleveland, just a 45 minute drive from the Club, is receiving accolades for its diverse food scene thanks to a mix of traditional, ethnic and creative chef-driven restaurants. Its music scene is one of the best in the country, from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Severance Hall, and the Blossom Amphitheater in the Cuyahoga National Park to the many indie concert venues around town. Many of the Club employees reside in the college town of Kent, Ohio, just a few minutes from the Club. Kent State University’s enrollment is almost 30,000 and the community provides an active and engaged lifestyle for young people.

Club is open 6 days per week, 11 months per year.

Job Details

Date Posted

1/8/2021

Job Title

Intern

Brief Job Description

Our Internship Program is for students desiring Club Management as a career.  The Internship will provide the student with a real job in club management gaining practical experience in food and beverage leadership. The student will work hand in hand with Club team leaders actively managing food and beverage outlets. This is a f & b centric position and the student will serve in that position for the duration of their employment.  Valuable and practical experience will provide the student with entry-level management experience for their first management position upon graduation. In addition to the work, the GM, along with other club managers, will teach a weekly 45-minute class on various topics in club management. Interns will participate in education and networking events hosted by the Greater Cleveland Club Managers Association of which the GM is a past president.

Due to the highly seasonal nature of our club, the student will be exposed to extensive hours, but this will only add to the experience.  A great attitude, a sense of fun, and a willingness to learn while maintaining a high sense of urgency is the key to success.

  • Internships are available for the 2021 summer season, 12 to 16 week programs are available but can be customized for the best candidates
  • Interns should expect to work various hours up to 50 hours weekly
  • An intense 40-hour training program is required upon start; other training info will be provided to the student upon acceptance for pre-training preparation
  • Students will be provided written objectives upon start. These objectives will be used for written evaluations at mid-season and upon departure and provided the student’s university and/or advisor

Candidate Qualifications

  • A fun attitude, a positive attitude, an extroverted attitude, an empathetic attitude
  • Integrity…Try your best. Be honest. Admit mistakes. Don’t blame others. Learn from experience
  • A professional appearance and proper manners/social skills
  • Some practical work experience is required, preferably in food and beverage, golf, or hospitality
  • A genuine desire to learn and a willingness to accept and understand the constructive direction
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb, stand, sit, balance, reach, bend, push, pull and walk for prolonged periods. Ability to lift, carry, pull and push up to 20 lbs. intermittently throughout a shift. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal. No visible tattoos, visible body piercing, or unnatural hair color or hairstyles per company grooming standards.

Educational Requirements

A full-time junior, senior, or graduate student in hospitality, sports management, or related degree program at an accredited college or university

Date Position Available

Spring/Summer 2021

Other Benefits

  • $600 weekly stipend for 40-50 hours per work. CLC employees are permitted to accept member gratuities. Congress Lake IS a tipping club and members are encouraged to reward good service
  • Free housing accommodations; interns will be provided a private bedroom in a furnished house shared with other interns; the house is located within walking/biking distance to the Club; however, a car would be helpful; Students will be required to place a refundable security/damage deposit with the Club
  • Complimentary meals on duty and uniforms provided at no cost
  • Free attendance at any GCCMAA education and social/networking events
  • Future career opportunities

Please send resumes to:

Christine Kuznik
Assistant General Manager
1 East Drive
Hartville, OH 44632
PHONE: 3308779318
clubhousemgr@congresslakeclub.com

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