Baltimore Country Club Staff Newsletter May 2023
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4 BCC YOUniversity
5 First Fruits Farm, BCC Racing Club
6 Scholarship Fund, Orioles Tickets
7 Staff Referral
8 Department Spotlight: Maintenance
10 Department Spotlight: Golf Concierge
11 Staff News PARK & FARMS TEAM
Juanita Bayer, Hannah Epple, Richmina Dela Rosa, Shantae Fauntleroy, Jenna Kropkowski, Abby Michael, Jessica Noffsinger, Sydney O’Rourke, Jody Sambrick
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the Lifestyle magazine to learn more about what’s happening around the Club, departmental updates, and upcoming events.
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EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD
Since August of 2016, Kevin has been a valued member of the BCC team. Initially hired as an Assistant Restaurant Chef, he rapidly progressed up the ranks to become Chef Jallet’s right-hand man. Kevin’s work ethic is unparalleled, and he has made an invaluable contribution to both the daily operations and long-term culinary program of BCC. His passion for his craft is evident at all times, and BCC members have the opportunity to experience it on a daily basis.
STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Simran, F&B International Intern
Simran is the definition of a team player. She comes to work every day with a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn! Since starting with us in June of 2022 she has seen and mastered multiple roles within the Food and Beverage department. Once the role is mastered, she takes the time to train and educate her fellow teammates in those roles as well. It has been an awesome experience to see her step into those leadership roles and grow as a Food and Beverage professional but also witnessing her grow as an individual during her time here has been a wonderful thing. We are absolutely honored to have her as part of our team here at Baltimore Country Club.
3 STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR
Kevin Keller, Executive Sous Chef
EXCEPTIONAL
SIMPLE TRUTH AWARD
LEADERSHIP
Cathy Wagner Director of Horticulture
Joseph Gerst Morning Lead Line Cook & Chef Potager
David Loveman Racquets Professional
All year-round Full-time and Part-time staff are required to participate. Seasonal staff are welcome to attend with supervisor approval.
• Full-time staff are required to obtain a minimum of 4.5 credits within the fiscal year (March 1-February 28)
• Part-time staff will be required to obtain a minimum of 3 credits within the fiscal year (March 1-February 28)
• All new staff are required to take one BCC Basic History course
SEARCHING
WE’RE FOR CLASS INSTRUCTORS
Share your knowledge and passion with your colleagues! Become a class instructor for the 2023-2024 year with BCC YOUniversity and make a positive impact on your workplace. We're looking for talented individuals to teach skills, hobbies, and other subjects of interest. Join us today and help your coworkers discover new horizons!
INTERESTED?
Reach out to Director of Human Resources Lauren Kourtsounis at lkourtsounis@bcc1898.com!
MAY 03 10:00am SUCCESS & THE FINANCIAL STAGES OF LIFE Ed Senseney .5 Credit 09 2:00pm YOGA FUNDAMENTALS Jenna Scott 1 Credit 08 10:00am GOLF COURSE TOUR & ETIQUETTE Greg Jones & Tim Kennelly 1 Credit 16 HOUSEPLANTS 102 Jessica Noffsinger .5 Credit 25 1:30pm PROTECTING AMERICA’S LAWN National Mall Turf Pro: Steve DeGros 1 Credit 02 3:00pm MEDICAL & RECREATIONAL CANNABIS Dr. Leslie Matthews 1 Credit PERSONAL MEMBER BCC 1 hour class = 1 credit | 30-45 minute class = .5 credit
IS BCC YOUNIVERSITY? BCC YOUniversity is a continuing education program geared to promote personal and professional growth for all Baltimore Country Club staff.
REQUIREMENT
WHAT
STAFF
REGISTER
TRACK YOUR CREDITS! PRINT OR SAVE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Call for VolunteeRs for
first fruits farm
First Fruits Farm is a non-profit Christian ministry dedicated to providing fresh, nutritious produce to those experiencing hunger in the Mid-Atlantic region. Since 2004, thousands of area volunteers have helped harvest millions of pounds of fruits and vegetables to share with local food banks, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and other food providers.
Race 2 Raise BCC RACING TEAM
BCC is starting a staff racing club, where twice a year staff will participate in a charity run! All entrance fees will be covered by the Club and participants will decide the charity runs!
We’re looking for suggestions for the name of the club and what charities we should race for! Send in your suggestions below!
GIVE SUGGESTIONS
REGISTER TODAY! Monday, July 10 | 9:00aM 20431 Middletown Rd | FReeland, Md
SCholarShip Fund
Did you know that BCC awards up to $20,000 in scholarships annually?
All staff who has been employed 12+ months, their spouses, and their children are eligible to receive a scholarship! Candidates can attend any degree program and any accredited university or college.
Keep an eye for a Human Resources email for the application! Applications open Wednesday, May 10 and closes Thursday, June 15.
Recipients will be notified in July. Scholarship will be towards the Fall 2023 semester.
WIN YOUR TICKETS!
BCC is offering four complimentary Orioles tickets to each home game, which can be yours to win! Tickets will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event of multiple requests, a lottery system will be utilized. Parking pass is included. Winners will be notified one week in advance.
MONDAY
MAY 8 | 6:35PM
TUESDAY
MAY 9 | 6:35PM
WEDNESDAY
MAY 10 | 6:35PM
FRIDAY
MAY 12 | 7:05PM
SATURDAY
MAY 13 | 7:05PM
TAMPA BAY RAYS
TAMPA BAY RAYS
TAMPA BAY RAYS
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
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Please note that staff members will not be compensated for attending the baseball game. If they choose to attend, they must either use their paid time off or attend the game while off the clock PLACE YOUR BID
SUNDAY MAY 14 | 1:35PM
MONDAY
MAY 15 | 6:35PM
TUESDAY MAY 16 | 6:35PM
WEDNESDAY
MAY 17 | 6:35PM
THURSDAY
MAY 18 | 12:35PM
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
LOS ANGELES ANGELS
LOS ANGELES ANGELS
LOS ANGELES ANGELS
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Form can also be found on the BCC Staff Page
Baltimore
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WE WANT TO HIRE YOUR
F R I E N D S
ALL REFERRAL BONUSES WILL BE DOUBLED
UNTIL JUNE 1!
Now $600!
FOR ANY FULL-TIME STAFF MEMBER WHO IS HIRED FOR ONGOING EMPLOYMENT
Now $200!
FOR ANY PART-TIME STAFF MEMBER OR SEASONAL STAFF MEMBER WHO IS HIRED TO WORK FOR A LIMITED DURATION OF TIME
Tell your friends To to BCC!
P I V O T
CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS
FULL-TIME
Events Manager
F&B Manager
Banquet Manager
Financial Reporting & Analytics Accountant
PART-TIME
Reformer Pilates Instructor
Massage Therapist
FULL/PART-TIME
Server
Server Assistant/ Food Runner Bartender
SEASONAL
Refreshment Stand Attendant
Bag Room Attendant
Line Cook
Pastry Cook
Valet Captain
Men’s Locker Room Attendant
Valet Attendant
Horticulture Crew Member
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Maintenance meet the team
Let’s get to know the Maintenance team a little better!
Dennis Kircher
Where’s your hometown? Halethorpe/ Arbutus, MD
What’s your background? Cabinetmaking
How long have you been at BCC? Eight months
What do you do in your free time? Going to the beach or kayaking with my bride
What’s a fun fact about yourself? Ryan Moeller is my brother
Bryan Narer
Where’s your hometown? Glen Burnie, MD
What’s your background? Bowling industry
How long have you been at BCC? 11 years
What do you do in your free time? Not working
Paul Schaum
Where’s your hometown? Parkville, MD
What’s your background? Graduated homeschooling and was a Boy Scout
How long have you been at BCC? One year on September 1
What do you do in your free time? Teaching myself how to play the guitar
What’s a fun fact about yourself? I'm left handed
8 Department Spotlight
Nandy Dhoska
Where’s your hometown? Gjirokaster, Albania
What’s your background? Artist painter/oil painting restorer/picture framer
How long have you been at BCC? 11 years
What do you do in your free time? Wine tasting and painting
What’s a fun fact about yourself? I speak the oldest European language
Noah Richard
Where’s your hometown? Lafayette, LA
What’s your background? I recently graduated from Towson High School and am currently studying at CCBC
How long have you been at BCC? I’ve been working here since June of 2022
What do you do in your free time? I’m a big outdoorsman; I mostly fish
What’s a fun fact about yourself? Despite the beard I’m only 19. I’ve caught a 7.5ft blue shark
Adam Groh
Where’s your hometown? Lutherville, MD
What’s your background? Dulaney High School, landscaping, Boy Scouts
How long have you been at BCC? Two weeks
What do you do in your free time? Dirt bike, fishing
What’s a fun fact about yourself? I can do a front flip on a trampoline
John Groh
Where’s your hometown? Glen Burnie, MD
What’s your background? Electrical Engineer from USNA, HVACR Certified TESST College, Executive MBA Loyola University, Facility Maintenance
Professional Certification, US Navy for five years, plastic manufacturing for two years, built powerplants for three years
How long have you been at BCC? 19 years
What do you do in your free time? With five kids, I’m always coaching soccer, softball, basketball, Boy Scouts, teaching Sunday School, and helping with Knights of Columbus
What’s a fun fact about yourself? Two things, in 1988 I scored the highest on the AHSME in the state of Maryland (but don’t think they give it anymore)met my wife online and got engaged two weeks after meeting her in-person
Ryan Moeller
Where’s your hometown? Westminster, MD
What’s your background? Woodworking, Certified GM Mechanic, General Contractor MHIC
How long have you been at BCC? One and a half years
What do you do in your free time? Playing soccer, spending time with my kids
What’s a fun fact about yourself? I have three kids, (5 year old, 3 year old, & a 10 month old) and a one year old puppy
Phillip Groh
Where’s your hometown? Lutherville, MD
What’s your background? Work in various trades and graduated from Dulaney High School
How long have you been at BCC? Three years
What do you do in your free time? I enjoy working on automobiles and doing side work
What’s a fun fact about yourself? I ride dirt bikes
golf Concierge meet the team
The Golf Concierge team is essential in Baltimore Country Club's daily golf operation. The Bag Drop is the first point of contact for our members and their guests when arriving at Five Farms for a round of golf.
Let's take a moment to get to know our golf concierges smiling faces!
10 Department Spotlight
Joseph “Big Joe” Hamilton
Bruce Rosenfeld Ed Senseney
“Dr. Dave” Samuels Vince Blake Ron Schnalzer
Dave “Krabz” Krabitz
BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES
BCC CORE FOUR
1. DO WHAT’S RIGHT, NOT WHAT’S EASY Take ownership & be accountable
2. EMPOWERMENT THROUGH OPPORTUNITY Be impactful with your actions
3. BUILD GENUINE RELATIONSHIPS Engage, be passionate, present, & empathetic
4. BE EXTRAORDINARY
11 1 Kate Reinhart Food & Beverage 1 Katherine Rogers Food & Beverage 4 Joseph Gerst Culinary 4 Michael Wilkinson Culinary 7 Jennifer Scherr Food & Beverage 7 Marissa Loforte Fitness 8 Charles Scheps Accounting & IT 11 Danny Murphy Golf 12 Eric Jordan Culinary 13 Michael Byers Grounds Maintenance 14 Rachel Barnes Communications 16 Garland Parvizi Food & Beverage 18 Kathryn Mayer Food & Beverage 20 Mary Sprague Food & Beverage 20 Paul Schaum Maintenance 21 Thomas Cook Golf 21 Tim Kennelly Grounds Maintenance 22 John Frizzera Golf 25 David Crumbie Grounds Maintenance 25 Luke Young Golf 29 Stephen Merkson Maintenance Laura Michel Grounds Maintenance 43 Lauren Kourtsounis Human Resources 10 Alex Grib Administrative 9 Joseph Gerst Culinary 5 Roger Gorman Grounds Maintenance 4 Kermith Hinson Culinary 4 Nick Cannon Golf 3 Jacob McGowan Racquets 2 Jeremy Wortman Golf 2 John Adamson Golf 1 Syed Ahamed Culinary 1 Kyle Burke Clubhouse Services 1 Lucas Donnelly Food & Beverage 1 Yash Katiyar Food & Beverage 1 David Loveman Racquets 1
STAFF MILESTONES
Going
expectations
Richard Jallet La Chaine des Rotisseurs Bronze Medal of Honor SUBMIT A MILESTONE
beyond
is the standard
NEW HIRES
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Alex Damareck Golf Bag Room Attendant
Blessy Kimathi J1 Intern Cook
Charles Scheps Accounting Professional & IT
John Creps Golf Bag Room Attendant Josh Hirst Grounds Intern
June Nyaga J1 Intern Cook
Leticia Gomez Cook
Mary Sprague Refreshment Stand Attendant
Quyen Tran J1 Intern Server
Roger Starsoneck Welcome House Attendant
Ron Schnalzer Golf Concierge
Skyy Moorer Bartender
Steven Cocoros Server
Adam McGowan Tennis Court Maintenance & Pro Shop Associate Jack Schaller Greenkeeper
Jenni Accensi Hernandez J1 Intern Server
Kyle Murillo Server
Luke Murtaugh Bag Room Attendant
Ryan Mallasa J1 Intern Server
