Resort Activities Manager

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Full access to resort amenities

Staff meals during shifts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Resort Activities Manager for a leading holiday resort in George. You will design and oversee a diverse calendar of sports, entertainment, and cultural events for guests of all ages, leading a team of coordinators and entertainers.

You will manage operational facilities, budgets, and procurement, while seeking guest feedback to improve offerings and satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership and hospitality expertise to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality, event management, or leisure operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a calendar of daily and weekly activities.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of activity coordinators and entertainers.
• Oversee the operational aspects of resort recreational facilities, ensuring they are safe and well-maintained.
• Manage budgets for the activities department, including procurement of supplies and vendor contracts.
• Gather guest feedback to continuously improve activity offerings and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as food and beverage and marketing, to ensure seamless event execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Event planning

Budget management

Staff management

Guest relations

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading holiday resort in the scenic region of George , is looking for an energetic and innovative Resort Activities Manager . This role is central to creating memorable guest experiences by designing, coordinating, and executing a diverse range of recreational and entertainment activities for all ages. You will be responsible for managing the activities team, developing the activity schedule, and ensuring the smooth operation of all resort leisure facilities. This is a fantastic chance to shape the guest's holiday enjoyment and contribute to the resort's reputation for excellence in hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a diverse calendar of daily and weekly activities, including sports, entertainment, and cultural events.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of activity coordinators and entertainers.
• Oversee the operational aspects of resort recreational facilities, ensuring they are safe and well-maintained.
• Manage budgets for the activities department, including procurement of supplies and vendor contracts.
• Gather guest feedback to continuously improve activity offerings and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as food and beverage and marketing, to ensure seamless event execution.

Requirements

• Proven experience in hospitality, event management, or leisure operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop creative and engaging activity programs.
• Experience managing budgets and staff teams.
• Proficiency in event planning and coordination.
• A passion for creating exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Accommodation provided.
• Full access to resort amenities.
• Staff meals during shifts.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the hospitality sector.