Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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James Benbow

Lakeland Kansas City
KANSASCITY,MO
14
years of professional experience

Experienced operations and sales leader with a background in guest service, team coordination, and daily business support. Skilled in staff collaboration, performance tracking, and smooth workflow management. Proven ability to build trust, improve service, and support efficient operations.

Work History

Sales Specialist

2 Years 7 Months
Lakeland Kansas City | 03.2024 - Current
  • Consulted customers to identify product needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly, preserving positive shopping experiences and repeat business.
  • Processed sales transactions accurately while maintaining organized records and order details.
  • Supported merchandising standards by restocking products and maintaining clean, organized displays.
  • Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problemsolving.
  • Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting the best options for each individuals' needs.

Assistant General Manager

1 Year 11 Months
Great Life Golf | 03.2022 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw daily golf operations, ensuring smooth tee sheet flow, guest service, and facility readiness.
  • Coordinated staff schedules, training, and accountability across pro shop, course, and hospitality teams.
  • Monitored inventory, purchasing, and vendor orders to maintain pro shop and clubhouse supply levels.
  • Resolved guest concerns promptly, supporting high service standards and repeat member satisfaction.
  • Reviewed sales, labor, and operational reports to improve efficiency and control expenses.
  • Mentored team members, reinforcing policies, service expectations, and consistent operational execution.
  • Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.

Tournament & Operations Directror

1 Year
The Natonal Golf Club of Kansas City | 01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Directed daily operations across member services, dining, and event execution.
  • Coordinated department leaders to align staffing, schedules, and service standards.
  • Monitored budgets, purchasing, and vendor relationships to control operational costs.
  • Reviewed facility needs and prioritized maintenance requests to sustain safe operations.

Cart Attendant

2 Years 10 Months
Paradise Pointe Golf Course | 01.2013 - 11.2015
  • Assisted guests with bag loading, unloading, and cart retrieval across clubhouse and parking areas.
  • Inspected carts before use, reporting maintenance issues and safety concerns to supervisors.
  • Sanitized high-touch cart surfaces and restocked towels, scorecards, tees, and coolers.

Education

High School Diploma

Staley High School | Kansas City, MO

Skills

Sales presentations
Account management
Customer care
Sales strategy
Customer service and care
Team collaboration
Product demonstrations

Timeline

Sales Specialist

Lakeland Kansas City
03.2024 - CurrentRead More

Assistant General Manager

Great Life Golf
03.2022 - 02.2024Read More

Tournament & Operations Directror

The Natonal Golf Club of Kansas City
01.2019 - 01.2020Read More

Cart Attendant

Paradise Pointe Golf Course
01.2013 - 11.2015Read More

Staley High School

High School Diploma
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James Benbow