Kate Brett-Castle

Dynamic and results-oriented golf and hospitality professional with a passion for elevating customer experiences and driving operational excellence. Known for innovative approaches to golf operations management, strong leadership, and a commitment to fostering inclusive and engaging club environments.
With over two decades of experience spanning golf club management, hospitality, and procurement, I bring a comprehensive skill set and a proactive approach to leadership. My expertise includes driving revenue growth, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing member and guest satisfaction. As a seasoned director and head professional in both UK and South African markets, I have a proven record of fostering team synergy, implementing strategic initiatives, and delivering high-quality event and service standards. I am currently seeking new opportunities to leverage my skills and insights within the golf, hospitality and leisure sector, with availability from early 2025.

I am currently working as a Case Administrator supporting and assisting the family business.  Prior to this I have a strong background, working for more than a decade, as a professional golfer -  coaching, retail, operations, customer engagement and service delivery, events and club management. I also have a wealth of commercial experience as a qualified buyer and supply chain manager working with projects, logistics, financial accountability  and revenue growth.  My employment has, in the main, been founded in the hospitality and leisure industries. 

Bretts Business Recovery

Position: Case Administrator supporting and assisting the Family Business 
Duration: September 2023 – Present

Director of Golf
Heron Country Club, Brentwood, Essex, Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

Director of Golf & PGA Professional
Kloof Country Club, Durban, South Africa, 2019 - Nov 2022

Head PGA Golf Professional / Retail Manager & Head Coach
Indie Golf Pty Ltd, Kloof Country Club, Oct 2013 - Nov 2019

Brampton Heath Golf Centre, UK Position: General Manager, Duration: 2 years,

Whitbread Plc, UK. Positions: Various, including Procurement Manager, Food Business Development Manager and Commercial Manager, Duration: 9 years

Previous Roles Include:

• Payroll & Accounts Administrator, Contract Packaging Specialist, Durban
• General Manager / Partner, Wholehog Pub & Fayre, Gillitts
• Purser / Chef / Hostess, Various Sailing and Super Yachts
   

PGA of South Africa - AAA member (current)

Post Graduate Diploma - Chartered Institute of Purchasing &  Supply Chain Management

BA Hons Degree Business Studies.

Agile Foundation, Prince2 Foundation and Practitioner