<p>My son, who has been looking for a summer job, just got invited to interview for a caddy position at the local, very very posh, country club. The caddiemaster specifically told him to wear “khakis”, but I’m wondering what else? Polo shirt? Shirt and tie? Sneakers? Dress shoes?</p>
<p>Also, and I know this is a dumb question, but the only golf any member of this family has ever played has been of the putt putt variety. Does he even have a chance?</p>
<p>Wear khakis and a collared polo shirt. If you are at a country club usually you have to wear a collared shirt. If he has dressier shoes wear those. The caddy master won’t expect him to be too dressed up, he’s a kid after all.</p>
<p>They will teach him what to do, you don’t have to be a golfer to.be a caddy.</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Here’s a follow up question. When your kid is going for their first job, who did they give as references?</p>
<p>Hmmm, I thought those shirts would be called “golf shirts” rather than “polo shirts”…</p>
<p>Seems like he could get ideas by just finding pictures of pro golfers with their caddies and seeing how the caddies are dressed.</p>
<p>^^ LOL</p>
<p>I’m going to go out on a limb and say that I think that 14 year old caddies get paid a lot less than professional caddies, which impacts the clothing budget.</p>
<p>If you or your S knows a member, that would be a great reference. If not, use a neighbor or a teacher. A responsible adult who knows him. </p>
<p>If he gets the job they will have a uniform. White golf shirt, navy shorts and they will give him a vest. It might be a little different but you get the idea. The club I knew hired caddies hired tons and saw who wanted to do it. It’s hard work and if he wants to do it have him work weekends soon. The caddy master will get to know him and it will be easier to get jobs later.</p>
<p>I think he’s going to use:</p>
<p>The soccer coach who coached him K - 8th grade</p>
<p>His football coach from last year</p>
<p>My godmother, who is in her 90’s and has been a member there for 70 years</p>
<p>Does that sound good?</p>
<p>^ That sounds perfect</p>
<p>For the interview I would wear khakis and a button down shirt and dress shoes. When he actually caddies, most likely he will wear a golf shirt and golf shorts. They may have a uniform for him. If he wants this spot, it would be in his best interest to learn the game. He can carry a bag without knowing how to play the game but to be a good caddy, and get good tips, he will want to help players play the game, know the best landing spots to hit too, etc.</p>
<p>Yes, golf shirt, tucked in and a belt. He should dress as if he were golfing at the club. Both of my sons have caddied and really enjoyed the experience. One day he came home with stock tips, lol. </p>
<p>My sons were told that there are 3 important aspects to being a good caddy–SHOW UP (early bird gets the worm), KEEP UP (don’t fall behind while carrying the clubs), and SHUT UP (don’t talk to the golfers unless they address you).</p>
<p>^^Good advice. I’ve got a golfer son who was a caddy in high school. If you are a good caddy the tips are nice. It would be beneficial to at least understand something about the game before the interview. I also agree khakis and a collared golf or polo shirt for the interview. At our club the caddies wear a logo shirt and hat, but their own shorts and golf shoes (or running/tennis shoes tbd the particular club.)</p>
<p>Thanks everyone,</p>
<p>He told me tonight that the caddiemaster didn’t actually say “Come in for an interview”. He said “come in for training”. He was very specific about the pants, which makes me think maybe there’s a uniform shirt? He’s planning on wearing a polo and a belt.</p>
<p>So, now I need to ask about shoes. He has nice black lace up dress shoes, and sneakers, and steel toed boots but I assume those are out. Should he assume “training” means he’ll be out on the course and wear the sneakers?</p>
<p>Here’s a crazy idea–have your S call for clarification as to whether the training will include walking the course.</p>
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Nothing. </p>
<p>/deadpan</p>
<p>If he’s going to walk the course then I say nice athletic shoes on his feet until he hears what the dress codeis there. My S caddied for a few years - his club had a rule that caddies could not wear shorts unless the temp was over 90 - how ridiculous is that??!</p>