Resort Recreation & Entertainment Lead

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Fujairah; On-site; AED 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Fujairah Resort seeks a Recreation Animator to lead engaging activities for guests, including Aqua Aerobics, pool games, and family-friendly entertainment. You will promote participation, ensure safety, and align with brand standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in hotel recreation, strong guest interaction skills, and solid English. Flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, are expected in a luxury five-star setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a hotel/resort animation or recreation environment.
• Strong ability to engage and entertain guests of different nationalities and age groups.
• Good command of spoken and written English; additional languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct daily recreational and entertainment activities for resort guests.
• Conduct guest activities such as Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Zumba, Aqua Gym, pool games, and other team-building activities.
• Organize and participate in various indoor and outdoor recreational activities for adults and families.
• Assist with and conduct evening entertainment activities such as karaoke nights, games, and other guest activities.
• Maintain regular and friendly interaction with guests and ensure a high level of guest engagement and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills with guests of different nationalities and age groups.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and confident in engaging guests and leading activities.

Skills

Guest engagement

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Job description

InterContinental Fujairah Resort seeks a Recreation Animator to lead engaging activities for guests, including Aqua Aerobics, pool games, and family-friendly entertainment. You will promote participation, ensure safety, and align with brand standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in hotel recreation, strong guest interaction skills, and solid English. Flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, are expected in a luxury five-star setting.