MEET OUR SPECIAL EVENTS MANAGEMENT TEAM

JoAnne is Sunningdale’s primary contact for special event bookings. The club benefits from JoAnne’s nearly 18 years of banquet and special event experience.

Born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, JoAnne started catering banquets at the age of 14. While attending the University of Western Ontario and obtaining a degree in psychology, and a bachelor of education, she worked at what is now the Hilton Hotel in downtown London. There she worked with banquets, as well as in the restaurant and business class lounges, catering to a variety of clientele. JoAnne was hired at Sunningdale in 2001 and was soon promoted to supervisor in 2002.

JoAnne played an integral part in our move to the new clubhouse ensuring service standards remained high throughout the transition. At the end of 2004, JoAnne was promoted to Catering Manager where she is primarily responsible for all business pertaining to the banquet and special events department including bookings, planning, and staffing.

JoAnne understands that each event, whether it be a wedding for 200, or a business meeting for 10 requires individual attention to detail. Brides are especially appreciative that JoAnne is there every step of the way, from initial visits until the end of their special day, offering her expertise, and keeping plans on-track. The club is often complimented on JoAnne’s professionalism and “how easy and successful” their event was knowing that JoAnne was managing the details.

To contact JoAnne about your special event, call (519) 660-8063 ext. 224, or send her an email at jhosack@sunningdalegolf.com

Jon focused on a career in food services from the beginning. He obtained a formal education in Hospitality Management and then apprenticed under an Italian certified Sommelier and Maitre D’. He brings to Sunningdale over 18 years experience in the hospitality and private club atmosphere, most recently as Sunningdale’s Food and Beverage Manager (2001-2004), presently a part-time college professor in Hospitality management, Food Services Manager, London Hunt Club (1998-2001), and Maitre D’, London Hunt Club (1995-1998).

As Clubhouse Manager, Jon is responsible for all items pertaining to the clubhouse, including the food and beverage, and clubhouse maintenance departments. Jon welcomes the opportunity to work closely with members and guests to add his expertise and ideas to help make each visit to the club special. Jon’s goal is to make everyone feel at home. Whether its a corporate retreat, family event, or a dream wedding, his team is ready to serve you!

To contact Jon about a special event idea, call him at 660-8063 ext 230 or send him an email at jnusink@sunningdalegolf.com.

Alfred doesn’t like using recipes. He believes that passion and fun are the key ingredients in any successful dish.

Since age 15, Alfred has worked in the kitchens of many major hotel chains, including CP Hotels, Sheraton Hotels, Westin Hotels, Holiday Inns, and the London Hilton. He also worked at the London Club and the London Hunt and Country Club. Recently, he helped London restaurateur Mike Smith open Chancey Smith’s, an upscale steakhouse in the new Covent Garden Market. Alfred has also competed in a number of national culinary competitions as a member of several teams, including the Holiday Inn. In all, he collected several gold, silver and bronze medals.

Alfred’s vision for dining and catering menus is “simple but elegant” – a phrase that also describes the feeling of the new clubhouse. “We don’t want to be a stuffy place,” he says. “We want people to come out, have a good time, have great food and really feel at home.”