How Much Do Cart Girls Really Make?

Women in Golf
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If you’re considering becoming a cart girl at a golf course, you might be wondering about the earning potential in this role. From what I’ve gathered through various online discussions and experiences, the pay can vary significantly based on a few factors:

Hourly Wages

  • Base Pay: Cart girls typically earn around $10 to $15 per hour as a base wage, depending on the location and golf course.
  • Tips: The major part of the income often comes from tips, which can greatly enhance overall earnings. On busy days, tips can range from $50 to over $150, depending on how well you connect with players and their needs throughout the day.

Factors Influencing Earnings

  • Location: Courses in affluent areas tend to have higher spending golfers, which can translate into better tips.
  • Seasonality: During peak golfing season, such as spring and summer, cart girls tend to see a boost in business and therefore tips, while the off-season often means fewer customers.

Experience Matters

  • Having experience in customer service and creating a friendly atmosphere can really impact your earning potential. Many girls report that establishing rapport with the regulars often leads to better tips.

If you’re considering this job, it could be a rewarding way to enjoy the outdoors while making some decent cash, especially if you’re a people person! What has your experience been like, or what are your thoughts on doing this kind of work?

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I’m really curious about this too! I’ve heard cart girls can make a decent income, especially from tips. Are there big differences depending on the golf course?

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Exactly! At the country club where I work, tips can make my earnings nearly double my base salary. It’s all about the clientele!

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That sounds great, amberreynolds! What about cart girls working at public courses? Are tips as good there?

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At public courses, the tips aren’t as high, but it’s still not bad if you’re friendly and build rapport. I’ve made around $20/hour total on busy days, but it can vary a lot.

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That’s solid! I work at a high-end resort and can make $30/hour including tips on a good day. Timing is everything!

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Do you think location matters a lot? I assume more affluent areas mean better tips, right?

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Definitely! At a private country club in my area, tips can go as high as $100 a day if you get lucky. It really depends on the clientele’s generosity.

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So true! But sometimes it feels like a gamble. I’ve had days where I barely make anything.

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That’s the nature of the job, I suppose. One day you can rake in the cash, and the next, it’s crickets. Makes it hard to predict income!

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Anyone here ever gotten tips that are just plain ridiculous? I’m talking about those surreal, once-in-a-lifetime moments.

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I once got a $50 tip for just filling up a water cooler! That was the best day ever!

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You must have been surprised! It’s interesting how just a little kindness can lead to such big tips sometimes.

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For sure! It’s a mix of being friendly and providing good service. Reflecting on this makes me appreciate my job even more!

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I’ve been a cart girl at a local course for three years. The income can vary greatly! Location is key, for instance, high-end courses tend to tip better.

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That’s true! I worked at a fancy course last summer and made double what I earn now at a public course. It’s all about the clientele!

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Definitely agree with both of you! Seasonality affects earnings too. In winter, I barely make anything at my course since fewer people play. Summer is when the tips roll in!

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Exactly! During peak season, it can be a gold mine, especially if the course is crowded on weekends!

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I think it’s interesting how demographics of the clientele also play a role. Wealthier players tend to tip more generously than others. Have others experienced this?

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So true! I had a group of businessmen once who tipped $100 just for good service. It really makes a difference!

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