Manager-in-Training (MIT) – Surf Club Operations – Surf Club Operations

The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surf Club – Manager-in-Training program at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL offers an 18-month, full-time rotational leadership experience designed to prepare you for senior hospitality roles.

You will rotate through Youth Programs, Recreation, and Pool & Beach Operations, support daily operations, and help deliver exceptional member and guest service in a luxury club environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree in Hospitality Management, Recreation Management, Sports Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience in hospitality, recreation, aquatics, youth programming, or club encouraged.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is beneficial.
• Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Complete an 18-month rotational leadership development program across Youth Programs, Recreation, and Pool & Beach Operations.
• Learn daily operations, policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Greet members and guests, anticipate needs, and provide personalized service in a luxury setting.
• Assist with planning and executing youth activities, camps, family programs, and events.
• Support department leaders with coaching, scheduling, and performance follow-up to ensure a safe, welcoming environment.

Skills

Leadership

Professionalism

Adaptability

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Hospitality/Recreation degree (preferred)

Job description

SURF CLUB – MANAGER IN TRAINING | Ponte Vedra Inn & Club

The Tone:

This is an 18-month full-time Manager-in-Training role at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is an award-winning, historic luxury resort dedicated to providing premier experiences. This leadership development program is designed to provide immersive, hands‑on experience throughout the Surf Club. The role is critical for developing future leaders with a comprehensive understanding of luxury club operations and exceptional member and guest service.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
• Mission: To develop future leaders with a comprehensive understanding of luxury club operations, Forbes Travel Guide standards, safety and risk management, and exceptional member and guest service within the Surf Club.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Leadership Development: Complete an 18-month rotational leadership development program, gaining hands‑on experience in Youth Programs, Recreation, and Pool & Beach Operations.
• Operational Support: Learn and assist with the daily operations, policies, procedures, and service standards of each assigned Surf Club department.
• Guest Experience: Welcome members and guests, anticipate their needs, and provide personalized service consistent with luxury hospitality standards, responding promptly and professionally to feedback.
• Program Execution: Assist with planning, coordinating, promoting, and executing youth activities, camps, family programs, special events, and recreational experiences.
• Team Support: Aid departmental leaders with colleague training, scheduling, coaching, and performance follow-up to help ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment.

The Must-Haves

• Background: High school diploma or equivalent work experience required. College degree in Hospitality Management, Recreation Management, Sports Management, or a related field preferred. Core domain knowledge includes hospitality, recreation, pool and beach operations, youth programming, and luxury guest service.
• Experience: Previous hospitality, recreation, aquatics, youth programming, or club experience preferred. Prior leadership or supervisory experience is beneficial.
• Skills: Strong leadership presence, professionalism, adaptability, willingness to remain actively involved in daily operations, and the ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English effectively.
• Bonus: Valid driver’s license. Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and other safety or recreation-related training.