Cullasaja Club Recruitment

CULLASAJA CLUB

The Cullasaja Club…a totally private mountain club dedicated to the pursuits of luxury mountain living. Choosing the right mountain club is personal, truly in the eyes of the beholder. Since 1987, the cool summers and pageantry of fall have foretold an annual pilgrimage back to a place that for 300 fortunate families has no equal on the plateau. Cullasaja Club is intimate, well put together, with a high level of personalized service and down to earth quality. We are the first to admit that we are not for everyone. But if the reality of our vision of “life on a mountain” speak to yours…you’ll know, and become excited at the possibilities.

Join A Family Relationships, family and friends are really what we are all about… that is the real story. When you become a part of Cullasaja Club you become part of a family. It plays out every summer and fall with each member defining his or her own personal vision of life on a mountain, contributing to the experience that we all celebrate together. Through The Gates Great Thought and Care Welcomes You Created by Arvida Corporation in 1987 as a second home escape from the hot summer climates of the south to the cool mountain breezes, Cullasaja Club became a private club in 2000 with membership by invitation only. A River Runs Through It The community is carved out of the primeval forest stretching from the quaint town of Highlands to Whiteside Mountain. Hundred-year-old specimen trees dot the landscape with the Cullasaja River running right through it. Each year, more families choose Cullasaja Club for its unique combination of simple mountain pleasures, a vibrant social club, and a casual, relaxed lifestyle that is shared by all generations.

The Importance of Our Club Culture We, the Members, mostly joined the Club because of the people, the friendliness, the openness, the absence of cliques and politics. By keeping the foregoing in mind and acting accordingly, the Club will maintain its very unique culture.

Vision Statement (What we aspire to be)

Cullasaja is an intimate private club in a storybook setting high in the Carolina Mountains that is dedicated to creating memorable and remark- able experiences for its members and their guests. The membership is genuine and friendly and the amenities and activities are exceptional. The club is managed by an extraordinary staff that is known for deliver- ing highly personalized services.

Staff Mission Statement (How will we achieve the Vision)

Provide members with remarkable and memorable experiences that are exceptional and unique

Our Staff ’s Purpose (Our daily ‘reason for being’)

Make Remarkable and Memorable Happen

We are One Big Family We, the Members, believe we are all part of one large Family. As such, we aspire to treat each other as we would a close family member. We greet each other, even though we may not have been introduced, we particularly recognize the importance of saying hello to new Members and actively helping them to assimilate into the Club. Egos are Left Outside the Front Gate. We, the Members, know that each of us may have a different point of view from other members on political, religious and other important mat- ters. We respect those different perspectives and honor them. However, we encourage all our members to avoid heated discussions and confronta- tion over the dinner table or while enjoying the Club’s many facilities. Treat Our Employees Well We, the Members, understand that the Club can only operate to our high standards if we treat all our employees with respect and politeness. Some of them come from far away places, and they will need our support so that their confidence grows and enables them to operate at the very high level we all expect.

Social By Nature We are social by nature. Life at Cullasaja Club is like a breath of fresh mountain air, with a variety of events & activities to energize both the body and spirit. The scale of the 20,000 square foot Clubhouse is warm and intimate, providing the feel that it is an extension of our Members’ personal homes. Situated on a plateau to maximize the invigorating views, the Clubhouse has all the congeniality of a private home. One of the favorite spots is our Club’s Bar & Lounge, where Members gather to enjoy friendship and camaraderie throughout the season. A Good Year One of the popular events is our Wine Dinner; a unique and taste-tempt- ing experience for Members. Scheduled approximately once a month, Members enjoy a specially prepared dinner that complements the wine selection for the evening. The wine tastings during the dinner are enthu- siastically presented by the wine makers and regional experts, often ac- companied by the vineyard owners, who are invited to share their love of wine from around the world.

Memorial Day and 4th of July festivities are exciting and memorable.

Amenities Golf:

A Mountain Masterpiece that will keep Your Interest Golf legend Arnold Palmer designed the par-72 championship golf course, making many personal visits to create his Mountain Masterpiece. He walked the land to ensure that the green fairways were carefully carved into the natural landscape and streams to create a stunning experience for the low handicappers and beginners alike. At 6,900 yards, its features include undulating greens, white sand bunkers, hardwood-lined fairways and multiple tees to challenge the best golfers but still encourages beginners. Pro Shop Golfers enjoy an active schedule of special events and tournaments, some for Members only, others for Members and guests. The golf course is open, weather permitting, 11 months a year, with most of the golf events occurring throughout the season.

Amenities Tennis: Word Class Tennis

Join the playing Members at the Tennis Center that features four Har-Tru surface courts. Cullasaja Club tennis enthusiasts will take pleasure in our two popular observation decks where spectators can watch the action while enjoying lunch at the same time. Matches can be arranged any time simply by contacting the Tennis Professional. Tennis Instruction Our PTR Certified Tennis Professional and her staff work diligently to ensure that Members have a truly enjoyable and high-quality tennis experience. The calendar includes a variety of regular men’s, women’s and group clinics along with the ability to schedule private tennis lessons for novices and more experienced players alike. The tennis staff offers private and group instruction and clinics and are well versed in teaching all the basic and the expert elements of the game. They teach ground-strokes, volleys, the serve, lobs and drop-shots and use instruments like our complimentary ball machine to improve the game of every Member at any level. This is all to make our Members better competitors, but at the same time always with the fun and camaraderie of the game in mind. Cullasaja offers a full service Tennis Pro Shop with the latest gear including racquets, balls, tennis attire and also provides re-gripping and re-stringing service.

Amenities Croquet: Word Class Croquet

Sharing time with friends is one of the most wonderful parts of being a member at Cullasaja and it can also be experienced in the Club’s extensive Croquet Play program. At Cullasaja, we love playing “Golf Croquet,” a game with a long history, in which there has been a strong recent resurgence of interest. The Lawn at Cullasaja In 2013 we opened a full-size croquet court: “The Lawn at Cullasaja,” where our Members share good times, while playing a fun or competitive game of Golf Croquet. The lawn was awarded to National Croquet Association’s “Lawn of the Year”. The popularity of croquet continued and in 2019 the Club created two additional lawns for members to enjoy. Croquet is the perfect way to unwind and enjoy the spectacular mountain views that Cullasaja has to offer, and all skill levels are welcome to take part in the enjoyment. If compared to other types of croquet, Golf Croquet requires the same level of accuracy and tactical awareness but offers a less complicated scoring system. Mallets and Martinis This is the perfect way to enjoy the Thursday afternoon “Mallets and Martinis,” the Sunday afternoon Mixed Couples matches, a game in the Ladies League on Monday, in the Men’s League on Tuesday, or just a quick match with friends at any other time.

Our Team:

Back Row: (L-R) Charles Beurmann: Head Golf Professional, Chris Harris: Head Tennis Professional, Terry Fugate: Head Croquet Professional, Chris Conner: GM & COO, Tim Lamphier: CFO & H.R. Director, Tom Nelson: Golf Course Superintendent, Steve Sheridan: Food & Beverage Director Front Row: (L-R) Carly Moser: Social & Communications Director, Marie Jandera: Executive Chef, Noelle Holland: Wellness Director, Amy Fine: Membership Director, Sherry Hendrix: Director of Housekeeping

What attracted you to Cullasaja?

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- Family Aspect of Cullasaja Club - The Area

What did you enjoy best about your experience here?

Click here to watch our Staff ’s response! - The Events: July 4th, Duck Race, Wine Dinners, Weddings, Summer Series! - The Relationships that we build with our Members that will last a lifetime! Click here to watch our Staff ’s response!

Do you feel what you have learned here is beneficial to growing in your hospitality career?

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Did you enjoy the Area/ Excursions?

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The Mountains! Cool Air, Fall time with all the colors changing! Excursions - adding to your Cullasaja Experience, Fun, Get to know each other & create lasting friendships!

Area/Excursions: • Hiking • Zip Lining • Top Golf • NOC Rafting • Camping • Dollywood • Six Flags over Georgia • Pumpkin Patch • Lake Day • Gatlinburg Overnight Trip

• Georgia Aquarium • World of Coca-Cola • Ax Throwing • Carrowinds • Shopping • Sports Games • And much more!!!

Anything you would like to add?

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Don’t join a Team, join a Family!