Matteo Van Der Westhuizen

Directeur Général GOLF DU CLAUX-AMIC et CHATEAU/GOLF DE TAULANE

Monte Carlo, Monaco

About

I am a General Director overseeing the operations of two golf courses, with five years of experience in the hospitality and leisure industry, including golf, restaurants, and event management. My role focuses on ensuring operational excellence while delivering high-quality guest experiences across multiple business areas. I have a strong background in recruiting and staff development, building reliable teams and fostering a positive, performance-driven work culture. Alongside people management, I am actively involved in accounting, budgeting, and financial oversight, ensuring sustainable growth and efficient cost control. My experience in operations management allows me to streamline processes, improve service standards, and align daily activities with long-term business objectives. I am a hands-on manager who values professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement. I thrive in dynamic environments that require adaptability, strategic thinking, and strong coordination between teams, partners, and stakeholders. I am always open to connecting with professionals across hospitality, golf operations, restaurant management, and event planning, and I am also actively interested in exploring leadership opportunities in industries that align with my skills in operations management, team development, and financial oversight.

Experience

  • CHATEAU DE TAULANE (5 yrs 3 mos)
    • General Manager
      Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    • Director of Golf
      Apr 2023 - Nov 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    • Bartender
      Apr 2021 - Mar 2023 · 2 yrs

  • Manager at GOLF DU CLAUX AMIC SA
    Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • Accountant/ Manager at CHATEAU DE TAULANE
    Jul 2020 - Aug 2020 · 2 mos

  • Central Files at Julius Baer
    Jun 2019 - Jul 2019 · 2 mos

    Central File Assistant