Baltimore Country Club Staff Newsletter April 2024 Great People make Favorite Places
View the Lifestyle magazine to learn more about what’s happening around the Club, departmental updates, and upcoming events.
CONTENTS
3 #GPMFP
4 Our Standard: Starts With Us
5 Staff Tree, Staff Cookbook
6 BCC YOUniversity
8 Race Team
9 Kudos Korner
10 Rock & Bowl
11 Cupcake War Results
12 Staff News
PARK & FARMS TEAM
Madison Elena, Shantae Fauntleroy, Abby Michael, Jessica Noffsinger, Sydney O’Rourke, Vince Posterli, Brandi Rodriguez
ON THE COVER:
Culinary Team making a blanket in the Hospital Blanket Making BCC YOUniversity class on March 14.
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Membership Magazine April 2024
The 2024 Golf Season is Here!
GREENFOLDER STORIES
What sets Baltimore Country Club apart from other country clubs? Our people! Our staff members take every step to go above and beyond to accomplish our Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places. Often, there are easy ways to make a positive impression on our members from saying happy birthday to congratulations on an award. However, not being afraid to make the big gestures is what distinguishes us.
We love sharing these stories of the Simple Truth! Submit your Simple Truth experience by filling out the Green Folder Stories form, located at the bottom of the Park & Farms email, in Park & Farms, the staff webpage, or scan the QR codes in the staff breakrooms. BCC encourages all members to submit their own or fellow staff members’ Green Folder Stories.
SUBMIT YOUR STORY
FEBRUARY STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Blessy Kimathi, International Culinary Intern
Since joining our team from Kenya a year ago, Blessy has exhibited incredible dedication and perseverance. Despite the initial challenges of adapting to a new environment, Blessy’s unwavering commitment has truly paid off. Her eagerness to learn, trustworthiness, and delightful personality make her an absolute pleasure to work with. This recognition is a testament to Blessy’s hard work and can-do attitude.
SPRING ALL-STAFF
SAVE THE DATE!
Monday, April 15 | Five Farms | 8:30am
Mark your calendars for the All-Staff meeting on Monday, April 15, at our Five Farms clubhouse. Have breakfast with your coworkers, learn how the Club is doing, win raffle prizes, and more!
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As we begin another fiscal year, it's time to rally around a new theme that encapsulates our collective aspirations and goals. After the success of "One Team" and the transformative journey of "New Beginnings," we're excited to introduce this year's theme: "Our Standard: Starts With Us."
In every aspect at BCC, we recognize that excellence begins with each and every one of us. "Our Standard: Starts With Us" embodies the idea that we are the architects of our own success. It underscores the importance of personal responsibility, accountability, and commitment to upholding the highest standards in everything we do.
At the heart of this theme lies the notion of ownership. We understand that to achieve greatness, we must take ownership of our actions, decisions, and outcomes. By setting a high standard for ourselves individually, we collectively elevate the standard for our entire Club. Each interaction, each project, and each initiative is an opportunity to demonstrate our dedication to excellence.
As we embark on this journey together, let us embrace "Our Standard: Starts With Us" with enthusiasm and determination. Let us hold ourselves to the highest standards, knowing that our collective efforts will propel us toward success. With each individual contribution, we strengthen the foundation upon which our Club thrives.
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WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH THE TREE?
If you’ve ventured by the Five Farms Breakroom recently, chances are you’ve caught sight of Nandy Dhoska, one of our talented engineers, diligently crafting a remarkable art installation. This magnificent creation takes the form of a tree, symbolizing growth, collaboration, and the unity of our workforce. However, while its aesthetic beauty is undeniable, there’s still an essential element missing—and that’s where you come in!
We invite all staff members to contribute to this communal masterpiece by adding their personal touch. How, you ask? It’s simple—this tree needs leaves! Submit a selfie, along with your name and department, to be proudly displayed on the branches of our tree. Let your smiling face be a part of this vibrant display of teamwork and camaraderie. Remember, all photos must be work appropriate.
Let’s cultivate a sense of belonging and togetherness throughout BCC. Join us in adorning our tree with the diverse faces and identities of our wonderful BCC community!
SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO
Staff Cookbook
Introducing our BCC cookbook, a delightful compilation of recipes contributed by our talented staff! From the savory classics to the sweet indulgences, each dish tells a story of creativity and passion from within BCC. As we gather these recipes, we not only celebrate our diverse culinary traditions but also foster a sense of camaraderie that transcends the office walls. Submit yours today and let’s savor the tastes of teamwork and collaboration!
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SUBMIT YOURS!
INTRO TO REFORMER PILATES
Earning a Reformers Pilates license is one of the hardest and most soughtafter certifications. So, how did we get so lucky to have our own specialized trainer under BCC’s roof? Meredith Lull, who facilitates pilates classes for our members, is opening the door to let our staff members give it a try! Reformers Pilates is a class that can be taken at your own pace, as you are practicing strength training where you control the variable resistance according to your needs. There are endless benefits to this form of exercise, including coordination, posture, injury prevention, and many more!
APRIL 3 & 25 | 2:00PM | .5 CREDIT
STRETCHING & FOAM ROLLER BASICS
WHAT IS BCC YOUNIVERSITY?
BCC YOUniversity is a continuing education program geared to promote personal and professional growth for all BCC staff.
STAFF REQUIREMENT
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
REGISTER
If you are missing out on the pilates fun, this is another more relaxed way to get your blood circulating and your body limber! Stretching is absolutely essential to any workout routine, and essential even if you don’t workout at all. Who better to learn from than our own highly trained and qualified staff? Director of Fitness Janine Rich will elaborate on the necessary stretches that each of our bodies need, tailoring a custom experience to help achieve our individualized goals. Come shake off the jitters and feel yourself become more relaxed and ready for the weekend!
APRIL 5 | 3:00PM | 1 CREDIT
PROFESSIONAL EMAIL ETIQUETTE
Walking us through a workplace necessity, our Director of Communications Rachel Upton, will enlighten us on the do’s and don’ts of professional email etiquette. No matter your current position, this information is invaluable to your future and the way that you communicate with your peers or even supervisors. Join us for just half an hour, and you will be walking out of the room with fine-tuned skills and a newfound sense of confidence when interacting with others! This class is required for all Leadership.
APRIL 9 | 10:00AM | .5 CREDIT
BCC GOVERNANCE
BCC Governance is a highly informative and useful tool to carry in your back pocket, especially if you are new to BCC or haven’t taken the class before. It gives you insight as to how the club is organized, why it’s organized that way, and the impact you can make. What better person than the Director of Membership Casey Schell, to teach the BCC Governance classes? Casey will walk you through the member proposal process, member policies, and sneak in a few good humor jokes as well. A short, 45-minute class, and you walk away with a priceless bank of information to help your job run smoother and easier!
APRIL 9 | 3:00PM | .5 CREDIT
SQUASH 101
APRIL 11 | 10:00AM | 1 CREDIT
PERSONAL MEMBER BCC 1 Credit 60min .5 credit 30-45 min
UPCOMING MAY CLASSES!
MEDICAL & RECREATIONAL CANNABIS
MAY 3 | 11:00AM | 1 CREDIT
FISHING BASICS
MAY 3 | 3:00PM | 1 CREDIT
PROFESSIONAL EMAIL ETIQUETTE
MAY 7 | 1:00PM | .5 CREDIT
TENNIS 101
MAY 14 | 2:00PM | 1 CREDIT
BECOME A CLASS INSTRUCTOR!
Do you ever find yourself wanting to bring your hobby to work? Let us help make that happen for you! If you have an interest and information on certain subjects, we would love to offer you a platform to speak on them. Teaching a class can be as, if not more enriching than attending as a student. Not only will your coworkers get to know you a bit more, you will be able to share unique insight and knowledge for them to keep. Subjects can range from ‘Beginner’s Guide to Indian Masalas’, ‘Intro to Drawing’, all the way to ‘How to Care for a Rabbit’, really and truly anything! If you would like the opportunity to host a class, please contact Lauren Kourtsounis lkourtsounis@bcc1898.com and we can start planning your course!
All staff instructors will receive credit for conducting classes, but must still complete the required credit categories as a participant.
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NEW YEAR! NEW CLASSES! It’s a new year of classes! Be sure to keep track of your credits with BCC YOUniversity Course tracker! Print or save this interactive PDF to your computer!
CLASS TRACKER
RACETEAM 5.7K RACE & 1.57M FAMILY-FUN RUN/WALK SUNDAY, APRIL 28 MARYLAND ZOO | RACE STARTS AT 8:00AM COMPLIMENTARY INCLUDES RACE, ZOO PASS, A CELEBRATION VILLAGE, A T-SHIRT, AN OPTIONAL BRUNCH FROM JIMMY’S SEAFOOD ($15), AND SUPPORTING BRIGANCE BRIGADE FIGHT AGAINST ALS Contact Madison Elena at melena@bcc1898.com for more information BCC will pay for BCC employees; guests will have to register separately REGISTER TODAY RSVP BY APRIL 14
To: Tyler Bielatowicz, F&B
For Graham and Liz Boyce’s anniversary party, Tyler made a prime example for what proper setup and execution should look like. The direction he provides his staff further supports the Club in a way that should be exemplified. A hard work ethic and determination is something that is easily identifiable when observing Tyler.
From: F&B
To: Dennis Kircher & Ryan Moeller, Engineering
I always see the two engineering brothers being extremely helpful. Whether I am the one that is asking, or if it’s someone else, they have a kind demeanor that makes them easy to talk to. They are both very knowledgeable and proficient, acting as major resources for BCC.
From: IT
To: Shantae Fauntleroy, Culinary
The food she comes up with is always so tasty. Her position is a hard one to be in, every day having to take in constructive criticism whether it was asked for or not. She shows up for us everyday, that kind of consistency is rare to find.
From: Golf
Kudos Korner is composed of different compliments or ‘kudos’ heard around the halls and sent to Staff Engagement Coordinator Madison Elena melena@bcc1898.com. This is to make sure that even if you haven’t heard it from a coworker directly, they are thinking of you! Theres a lot of gratitude to be spread. Thank you for all that you do!
To: Kayla Johns, F&B
A frequent flier of the Kudos Korner is F&B Manager, Kayla Johns! When any of her peers or staff speak of her, the words ‘humble’, ‘generous’, and ‘understanding’ all stick out. When it comes to leadership styles, Kayla is a sincere team player.
From: F&B
To: Guillermo Ortiz, Clubhouse Services
A kind and bubbly face to have around! Throughout the course of a single day, you will find him working in any and all of the rooms. Quick to help, and even quicker to make you laugh, Guillermo is nothing short of an earnest coworker and contributor to BCC.
From: F&B
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Every Monday & Tuesday April 15-May 14
Refreshments
Roland Park Bowling Lanes | 4:30pm-6:00pm Open Bowling with the Opportunity to Join a League Light Snacks and
Provided
Rock & Bowl REGISTER TODAY!
March 1 marked a very special day, Employee Appreciation Day! To help embody the creative spirit and individuality that all our wonderful coworkers bring to our team, we held a Cupcake Wars! With the help of the Pastry Department, we had a vanilla and chocolate cupcake prepared for each contestant to decorate with a wide variety of candy, sprinkles, and frostings. The Pastry team briefed the rest of our staff on their supplies, and then they left the room to allow for a blind judgment. Once everyone’s hands were off the frosting, we called our judges back in to deliberate, and boy, were they making some tough decisions. After battling it out, we had our four categorical winners.
Cleanliness
Appearance
Taste
Creativity
Grechel Crum
Kayla Fredrick
Dakota Brown
Annett Zimmer
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12 1 Lauren Kourtsounis Human Resources 2 Abijoan Allen Culinary 2 Donald McCabe Golf 3 Minenhle Zondi Culinary 5 Victor Abreu Clubhouse Services 6 Brett Keller Golf 7 Andrea Millan Member Relations 8 Richard Jallet Culinary 10 Brent Dennison Golf 10 Cynthia Raebiger Food & Beverage 11 Marissa Merrill Food & Beverage 12 Rohan Cauleechurn Food & Beverage 12 Florance Muraya Food & Beverage 13 Joseph Hall Clubhouse Services 13 Jessica Noffsinger Communications 16 Gerard Kalb Clubhouse Services 16 Meredith Lull Fitness 20 Noah Richard Engineering 22 James Krystkiewicz Clubhouse Services 22 Stephen Winkler Grounds 25 Chris Jeffers Accounting 26 Sharyl Hettleman Food & Beverages 26 Xavier Young Clubhouse Services 30 Blessy Kimathi Culinary James Burke Culinary 37 Juanita Bayer Payroll 31 Tim Kennelly Grounds 22 Justin Gladhill Grounds 10 John Kendi Grounds 10 Robert Peacock Grounds 9 Charles Vogler Grounds 7 Lawrence Suarez-Murias Clubhouse Services 6 Gio Vargas Food & Beverage 3 Stephen Winkler Grounds 3 Andrea Arbaiza Food & Beverage 2 Wyatt Buckley Golf 2 Steven Cocoros Food & Beverage 1 Thomas Cook Golf 1 Xristel Cordero Culinary 1 Alexander Damareck Golf 1 Adam Groh Engineering 1 David Hutsell Golf 1 Ryan Mallassa Food & Beverage 1 Luke Murtaugh Golf 1 BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES
MARCH NEW HIRES
MARCH STAFF MILESTONES
Our very own Executive Sous Chef, Kevin Keller, had the honor of being recognized as one of Club & Resort Chef's 40 Under 40 honorees. With many memorable anecdotal lines, here is a snippet of the interview:
‘Through a series of personal challenges, including a previous rigorous period in a demanding kitchen environment, Kevin Keller has honed his skills, learned valuable lessons in resilience and leadership, and vowed to foster a positive and nurturing atmosphere for his team. Keller’s commitment to mentoring young chefs, encouraging them to ask questions and pursue knowledge, underscores his vision to cultivate the next generation, pushing the industry forward.’
READ ARTICLE
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Kevin Keller
40 Under 40
Olivia Bisson Server Assistant
Ryan Poholsky IT Specialist
Sharyl Hettleman Server
Mike Small Bartender
Tim Kennelly Granddaughter
Marissa Merrill ServSafe Allergens Certification
Jared Hedrick
Promoted to Assistant F&B Manager
Matt Guzzo Bartender
James Mitcham
Promoted to Assistant Restaurant Chef
Kevin Lawrence
Promoted to Lead Valet Attendant
