Assistant Director of Recreation

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas seeks an Assistant Director of Recreation/Assistant Recreation Manager to support the Recreation Manager in running the leisure club and its administrative functions. The role requires leadership to supervise staff, maintain club standards, and drive member engagement through fitness programs.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in sports/leisure, strong English language skills, and a proactive approach to customer care and revenue generation within a luxury hotel

Qualifications

• Degree in sports/leisure field, with experience in Recreation Department
• Fluency in written and spoken English; ability to contribute to sales and revenue

Responsibilities

• Assist Recreation Manager with overall operation of the leisure club and administrative areas.
• Supervise staff, ensure adequate training and adherence to club policies.
• Maintain records of recreation items and manage equipment.
• Organize fitness events and activities to maximize member enjoyment and engagement.
• Develop and maintain safe, effective fitness procedures and programs in the fitness center.

Skills

Team Building

Leading People

Customer Focus

Planning for Business

Drive for Results

Adaptability

Understanding the Business

Valuing Diversity

Influencing Outcomes

Education

Degree in sports / leisure field

Tools

Computer knowledge

Job description

Job Description

We are currently looking for passionate, dynamic, self motivated Recreation professionals who want to move their careers forward.

We are currently looking for passionate, dynamic, self motivated Recreation professionals who want to move their careers forward.

As an Assistant Director of Recreation / Assistant Recreation Manager you are responsible to assist the Recreation Manager with the entire operation of the leisure club along with the administrative areas, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as-

• Knowledge on Bodyline facilities, memberships and coaching / massage / aerobic fees, etc.
• Understand and know the club rules and regulations
• Understand the operations of the club administrative areas e.g. membership processing, duty roster for employees, micros, club policies for all areas
• Ensure that the set-up of the club is proper and as per the standards at all times
• Control and supervise all employees and ensure that they have received adequate training to perform their duties
• Maximize secretary’s skill for any administrative /posters / display for the club
• Maintain concise records of all recreation items e.g. towels, furniture, rackets, balls, etc.
• Organize and supervise regular fitness related activities and events to maximize members enjoyment
• Develop and maintunitain professional safe and effective fitness procedures, programs and activities in the fitness center - ensuring correct exercise practice at all times
• Coordinate the aerobics / exercise program and studio usage continually by seeking ways and introducing new ideas to maximize revenue

Education, Qualifications & Experiences

You should ideally have a degree in the sports / leisure field with previous experiences in the Recreation Department, preferably in a five star international hotel. You must also have fluency in both written and spoken English and positively contribute to sales activities thereby maximizing revenue along with the ability to solve problems effectively. Computer knowledge is a must.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be a positive and proactive individual with an outgoing, charismatic and approachable character and with a high aptitude for customer care, strong leadership skills and with the capability to motivate and guide. You have the ability to develop and build relationships easily, while possessing following additional competencies-

• Understanding the Business
• Team Building
• Planning for Business
• Leading People
• Valuing Diversity
• Managing Operations
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
• Influencing Outcomes
• Drive for Results