Devon Yacht Club | Amagansett, New York
General Manager

About the Club
Devon Yacht Club stands as one of the East End’s most historic and cherished private clubs, built on a foundation of family, friendship, and community. Rooted in tradition, excellence, and a distinctive family lifestyle, the Club traces its origins to 1908 as the Gardiner’s Bay Boat Club and was incorporated in 1916. For more than a century, Devon has promoted yachting, seamanship, navigation, and tennis in one of the East Coast’s finest sailing venues.

Set along the protected waters of Gardiner’s Bay, the Club has long been defined by its exceptional sailing culture. Members have raced and cruised these steady breezes for generations, and since 1934, Devon has offered a renowned junior sailing program for children ages 5–16. Today, sailors of all ages enjoy instruction from professional staff using the Club’s Sonars, Lasers, Sunfish, and privately owned Alerions. One-design racing runs from June through September, highlighted by one of the nation’s largest Alerion Express 28 fleets, weekly dinghy and PHRF racing, and signature events including the PGJSA regatta and the historic 24-mile Lawrence E. Clarke ’Round Gardiner’s Island race.

The Club’s racquets program is equally vibrant, centered around eight clay courts that support more than 90 juniors and a strong adult community who train, play socially, and compete against area clubs each summer. Beyond sport, Devon offers a relaxed, family-centered lifestyle with welcoming dining spaces overlooking Gardiner’s Bay, active social programming, and a warm sense of tradition that defines the member experience.

Devon operates May through October, with full dining service at the height of the season and a modified schedule in the shoulder months. Amagansett, New York, enhances the experience with its blend of historic character, upscale amenities, and natural coastal beauty, offering an ideal year-round home for the Club’s next General Manager.

The Club at a Glance

• Founded in 1916 on Gardiner’s Bay
• Historic sailing tradition with active junior and adult programs
• Eight clay tennis courts
• Strong seasonal dining, events, and waterfront activity
• Engaged membership and a family-focused culture
• Entering a transformational Master Plan that includes a new clubhouse, expanded marine facilities, and upgraded amenities totaling more than $30 million

About the Position
The General Manager serves as Devon Yacht Club’s chief executive and leads all aspects of Club operations. Working in close partnership with the Commodore and Board, the GM ensures exceptional member experiences across dining, waterfront, racquets, programming, events, finance, HR, and facilities. This highly visible leader sets service standards, strengthens communication, develops high-performing teams, and maintains disciplined financial management.

This opportunity comes at a pivotal moment. The Club is preparing to undertake significant capital projects that will redefine its future. The next GM will guide the organization through this period of growth while keeping daily operations running at a high level.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all operational areas including dining, waterfront, racquets, member services, events, finance, HR, and facilities
• Partner with the Commodore and Board to execute strategic priorities
• Maintain strong financial oversight with an emphasis on budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning
• Build, mentor, and support high-performing management and seasonal teams
• Ensure consistent service excellence and a welcoming, member-focused culture
• Strengthen communication and transparency across members, committees, and staff
• Oversee major capital projects, including a new clubhouse and marine facility expansion, while maintaining stable day-to-day operations
• Serve as a proactive, accessible presence throughout the Club

What You’ll Bring

• 10–15 years of senior leadership experience in a private club or luxury hospitality environment
• Proven success as a General Manager of a top-tier club or as an exceptional AGM from a large, complex property
• Experience managing major construction or renovation projects while maintaining operational continuity
• Strong F&B leadership and comfort managing high seasonal volume
• Strategic planning skills with the ability to execute both long-term goals and daily operations
• A collaborative leadership style that builds trust and engagement across members, staff, and committees
• Professional certifications such as CCM, CHA, or CCE preferred
• Enthusiasm for year-round life on Long Island
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional member experience and fostering a healthy, high-performance culture

APPLY FOR THE POSITION
Interested candidates should complete the online candidate profile form and submit a compelling cover letter and resume for consideration to DENEHY Club Thinking Partners at http://denehyctp.com/apply-for-a-position/. If you have any questions or to recommend a candidate, please contact CTP Carolyn Kepcher at 203.319.8228 or by email carolyn@denehyctp.com.