Recreation & Activities Manager

Property Description

Located in the dynamic heart of the U.S., our hotel blends laid-back luxury with endless entertainment. With an outdoor resort-style pool, family-friendly activities, versatile meeting and event spaces, retail locations, and Margaritaville-inspired restaurants and bars, you'll create unforgettable experiences for our guests. Kansas City, celebrated by Travel + Leisure, the Wall Street Journal, and the New York Times, offers a rich array of outdoor activities, cultural attractions, sports venues, and major events. Join our high-energy team and help guests enjoy everything this growing city has to offer while embracing the Margaritaville state of mind.

Apply now to be part of the Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City family and elevate your career to new heights!

Overview

Are you a passionate and creative leader who loves creating unforgettable experiences? We are seeking a dynamic Recreation Manager to join our vibrant hotel or resort and oversee our recreational activities. As the heart of our guest entertainment, you will bring high energy, enthusiasm, and innovation to our recreational programs, ensuring our guests have an exceptional stay. With your ability to inspire and motivate a team, you will be responsible for coordinating and executing a variety of engaging activities, from sports and fitness to cultural events and family-friendly entertainment. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for guest satisfaction, this is your chance to make a significant impact and create lifelong memories for our valued guests.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a diverse range of recreational programs and activities.
• Coordinate and manage recreational facilities, including sports courts, pools, and fitness centers.
• Lead a team of recreation staff, providing guidance, training, and motivation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Plan and organize special events, including themed parties and holiday celebrations.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and guest satisfaction.
• Manage the recreation budget and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for guests and staff.

Join our energetic team as a Recreation Manager and bring excitement and joy to our guests' stay. Apply now to be part of a dynamic organization dedicated to providing unparalleled hospitality experiences!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a recreation management or supervisory role.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Creative mindset with the ability to plan and execute engaging activities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and protocols.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, recreation, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.