Resort Activities Manager - Recreation
Discover more sun and more fun! Escape to a tropical beachfront paradise complete with everything you need for the perfect getaway, including delicious dining, beachfront bars, relaxing comforts, and endless activities. Here you’ll stay at one, play at two — with two connecting resorts right on the soft white sands of St. Pete Beach. Whether you’re looking for family fun, a romantic retreat, a group getaway, or anything in between, it’s all here at TradeWinds Island Resorts. https://www.tradewindsresort.com/careers
Overview
Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace for seven years in a row! TradeWinds features three destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach, a Top-Ranked US Beach!
Responsibilities
- Supervise recreation staff including attendants, lifeguards, entertainers, and youth leaders. \
- Oversee daily operations of Kid’s Camp, Arcade, Paddleboats, Poolside Retail, and Entertainment.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and coach staff to maintain service and safety standards.
- Plan and execute engaging activities such as games, crafts, trivia, and themed events.
- Manage special events, birthday parties, and private group programming.
- Ensure safety compliance, conduct regular inspections, and maintain certifications.
- Oversee arcade and poolside retail operations, including merchandising, inventory and revenue tracking.
- Maintain SOPs, budgets, and performance reports.
- Promote an energetic, guest-focused culture across all recreation areas.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Hospitality, or related field (preferred).
- 3–5 years of recreation or hospitality management experience.
- Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
- CPR/First Aid required; Lifeguard certification preferred (on-site certification available).
- POS/retail operations knowledge a plus.
- Creative and guest-focused mindset.
- Work includes outdoor beach and pool environments with frequent standing and activity participation.
- Must be available weekends, holidays, and evenings.
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Additional Info
Job Type : Full-Time
Education Level : High School
Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level