Excellence in Facilities
Country Club of Detroit resides in a 1927 Smith, Hinchman & Grylls (today’s Smith Group) Tudor revival masterpiece that includes some of the best finishes of the Arts and Crafts era. Resplendent murals are featured in both clubhouse dining rooms, paling in comparison only to the Zodiac murals seen in the grand entryway, masterfully painted by Frederick Dana Marsh.
Our Members enjoy an 18-hole championship golf course redesigned by Renaissance Golf in 2010; a nine-hole executive course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1957; eight Har-Tru tennis courts; platform tennis; pickleball; and a resort-style pool complex that facilitates both family fun and competitive swimming.
Three distinctly unique restaurants showcase the wide-ranging talents of the Club’s culinary team throughout the clubhouse and the seasonal Poolside Grille.
Our Members are also treated to a state-of-the-art fitness facility and a six-alley bowling center, both of which keep the Club a hub of activity year-round. Members and their invited guests are also able to make use of the Club’s six overnight rooms, including one apartment-style suite.
The Caliber of the Professional Staff
Country Club of Detroit has gained a reputation as an employer of choice in a busy club market due to its commitment to the professional staff. Nearly every department leader on property is a product of progressive growth from outside the organization, hired into their first lead role; or, more commonly, developed and promoted from within. This commitment to growing leaders is a point of pride with Members and staff alike, and is reflected in outstanding Member service.
An Engaged Membership
In many ways, Country Club of Detroit is a generational club. With the clubhouse and golf course being such an important part of their family life, Members are quick to contribute to their well-being. Nearly a decade ago, CCD introduced a donation-based fund — the 1897 Fund — to address Member-facing amenities and restoration that may otherwise have been beyond the Club’s capital budget.
Since its inception, the Fund has raised well over one million dollars. The Club’s charitable foundation benefits the education of young people, and has endowed a full scholarship to the Evans Scholars Foundation.
Adaptability to Changing Times
Over generations, Country Club of Detroit has had to reimagine itself, partially or completely, more than once. Formerly located on the shores of Lake Saint Clair, yachting was once a key feature of the Club. As it moved inland, a natatorium and Polo field were two of the grandest Member amenities, aside from the Colt Allison golf course.
Today, Members enjoy year-round activities and state-of-the-art facilities in a setting that truly takes one back in time. Much of the work undertaken falls into the category of restoration, which has allowed one of the nation’s great classic clubs to retain its old-world charm. Once inside, Members have the choice of fine or casual dining, and family- or adult-focused experiences.
The Overall Experience
Over 800 of Country Club of Detroit’s 1,000 Members live within minutes of the Club, making the Club truly an extension of their homes. It is not unusual to see a Member in three or more areas each day; with this frequency of use comes feedback. Coupled with technology, the professional staff and the departmental committees have an excellent window into the Member experience, and strive continuously to improve, impress, and exceed expectations.
What to Expect at CCD
When you join Team CCD, you are starting more than a job. With opportunities for learning, growth, and connectivity, CCD is dedicated to launching and advancing careers.
- Professionals are built and nurtured at Country Club of Detroit. No matter the role, all CCD staff are trained and supported to perform at the highest professional level, gaining valuable experience that will benefit any future position.
- Upward mobility is more than a catchphrase at CCD. A majority of our department managers were promoted from within the organization, and several of our teammates have been with the Club for multiple decades.
- CCD values an entrepreneurial spirit within its established business. Through 126 years of continuous operations — often during turbulent times in the world — the Club has remained stable and relevant due to our commitment to adapt to changing times without sacrificing excellence. When you join Team CCD, you can be sure your employer will be around tomorrow.
- At CCD, you will have the benefit of working with mission-driven professionals who care deeply for the organization. The Club industry is person-centric with a focus on meaningful connections, and that extends between staff members.
- CCD is dedicated to providing competitive compensation and offers a leading benefits package for eligible positions.
- The CCD professional staff works across many specialties:
Executive
- Executive and clubhouse management
- Membership management
- Finance management
- Communications and branding
Events, Catering, and Dining
- Catering, events, and programming management
- Dining operations
- Kitchen operations
- Bar operations
Sports and Activities
- Golf operations
- Health and Fitness Center operations
- Sports operations, including tennis, paddle tennis, pickleball, bowling, swimming, and related facilities management
- Child Watch operations
- Country Club Day Camp program services
Golf Course, Grounds, and Landscaping
- Golf Shop retail management and support
- Golf course management
- Groundskeeping operations
- Landscape operations
- Interior floral design
Buildings and Facilities
- Engineering and building maintenance
- Housekeeping
- Locker room operations
First Impressions and Reception
- Reception and concierge services
- Valet services
- Overnight security
If you are interested in employment at CCD, but the open positions do not suit you, please contact us.
We will always accept résumés from interested candidates. If no open positions strike you, please email us at firstimpressions@ccdetroit.org. Your message will be forwarded to the appropriate department.
Photos by Inner Circle Photography and Laszlo Regos Photography