Operations Manager

Description:

About Crooked Foot Founded in 2016 by Anthony Mazzali on 400+ acres of pristine Mid-Michigan countryside, Crooked Foot Hunt Club is a premier upland bird hunting destination — home to European Tower Hunts, walk-up pheasant and chukar fields, clay shooting, and professional hunting dog training. We're more than a hunt club. We're a place built around family, legacy, and the belief that getting people outside and into the field is worth doing well. The Opportunity We're looking for a boots-on-the-ground leader who can run day-to-day club operations, manage our bird program, and help grow what we've built. This isn't a desk job. It's a rare chance to take real ownership of a growing operatio and be rewarded when it thrives. This role is an ideal fit for an early-career ag professional ready to step up, a semi-retired outdoorsman looking for meaningful seasonal work, or someone who wants a genuine stake in something they help build. What You'll Own Hunt Club & Bird Program Manage the full bird program: sourcing, release schedules, and habitat management Maintain food plots, cover crops, and shelterbelts to keep hunt quality at its best Coordinate guided and unguided hunts; manage the guest experience from booking to field Maintain hunting grounds, blinds, kennels, towers, and equipment Membership, Sales & Events Actively market and sell hunt club memberships and corporate packages Build relationships with hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and corporate clients Identify and develop new revenue streams: lodging, youth programs, guided tours, and more Track membership renewals, leads, and conversion rates Grounds & Facilities Oversee field maintenance, crop rotation, and seasonal prep Manage pasture, fencing, and equipment upkeep Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and seasonal staff Ensure responsible land stewardship across all 300+ acres Administration & Leadership Maintain records for bookings, inventories, and revenue Manage seasonal staff and volunteers during peak periods Report directly to ownership with regular operational updates Contribute to long-term strategic planning for the club

Requirements:

Required Experience in agriculture, farm management, or a closely related field Knowledge of pheasant or upland bird management — or a strong drive to learn fast Self-directed work ethic; you don't need to be told twice Comfort with physically demanding, variable schedules during peak seasons Basic sales ability and confidence talking with prospective members and clients Valid driver's license and ability to operate farm equipment Preferred Hunting license and familiarity with upland bird hunting culture Experience with food plot management, cover crops, or wildlife habitat Prior customer-facing or membership sales experience Connections in the hunting, agriculture, or outdoor recreation community Compensation & Benefits Base Salary $40,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Paid bi-weekly year-round. Meaningful upside available through commission and profit-share for the right individual. Commission & Incentive Structure Built collaboratively with the right candidate.

The plan will reward:

Hunt club membership sales — new acquisition and renewal retention Revenue growth — overall operation performance above baseline targets Cost and operational efficiency — keeping margins healthy across all programs Profit Share The owner is committed to a genuine profit-share arrangement and structured so that a great year for Crooked Foot is a great year for the manager. Annual review with no ceiling. Additional Benefits Hunting privileges on the property Use of property equipment and facilities