JOB SUMMARY
Recreation Manager
Supports the Director of Recreation in all aspects of the pool and beach, watersports areas, and children and adult activities including overall maintenance, daily upkeep, cleanliness and the operation of cabana units. Provides and models service behavior to guests and employees. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility. Position works with direct reports to carry out departmental strategies.
The ideal candidate should have:
• A minimum of 3 year’s experience in a leadership capacity in Recreation/Pool & Beach at a luxury resort is required.
• Excellent guest service, communication and people and listening skills
• Previous experience of leading a multi-cultural team, with a caring and an empathy approach.
• Must have a strong work ethic, high in integrity, respectful, and honest mannerism
• Understanding of yearly, month budgets, labor ratio/rev management, control of operational expenses.
• Previous experience in teaching leading children and adult activities.
• Strong focus on environmental and suitability practices.
• Strong swimmer with (Lifeguard certification and CPR certified required).
• Over 25 years of age with a clean driving license.
• Preferred experience of using Micros, Opera and Microsoft Office, Realtime reservations system. Payroll and Evention
• High level of attention to detail, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Preferable boat handling experience or license.
• Previous experience in teaching various watersports activities such as sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling a plus.
• Knowledge of local maritime laws all a plus
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
About the TeamAt more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.
Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.
In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
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