Director of Recreation

AccorHotel

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  • Full-time
  • Phuket, PHUKET, Thailand
  • 9d ago

Job Description

Recreation & Entertainment Operations

  • Manage all recreation, sports, wellness, Kids Club, and entertainment activities.
  • Develop annual, seasonal, and daily activity programs for guests of all ages.
  • Ensure smooth operations of:
  • Kids Club, Family Activities, Fitness Center, Sports Facilities, Pool & Beach Activities
  • Pool Activities, Evening Entertainment Programs
  • Maintain service standards in accordance with hotel brand requirements.

Strategic Planning & Program Development

  • Develop innovative recreational and entertainment concepts to enhance guest experiences.
  • Create annual event calendars including:
  • Holiday Programs
  • Christmas Celebrations
  • New Year Events
  • Songkran Activities
  • Family Festivals
  • Wellness Programs
  • Team Building Activities
  • Corporate Group Activities
  • Monitor market trends and competitor offerings.
  • Continuously improve activity offerings based on guest feedback.

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and manage:
  • Assistant Recreation Manager
  • Entertainment Supervisors
  • Kids Club Supervisors
  • Recreation Supervisors
  • Recreation & Kids Club Attendants
  • Entertainment Staff
  • Conduct recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Develop succession plans and career development programs.
  • Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly departmental meetings.

Guest Experience Management

  • Ensure exceptional guest satisfaction and engagement.
  • Personally interact with guests and VIPs to enhance experiences.
  • Monitor guest feedback, online reviews, and survey results.
  • Resolve guest complaints efficiently and professionally.
  • Develop family-friendly and luxury guest experiences that support brand positioning.

Revenue & Financial Management

  • Revenue Generation
  • Develop and manage revenue-producing activities such as:
  • Private Family Activities
  • Team Building Programs
  • Bicycle Rentals
  • Cabana Rentals
  • Sports Programs
  • Kids Programs
  • Special Events
  • Wellness Activities
  • Identify new business opportunities and ancillary revenue streams.
  • Budget Management
  • Prepare annual departmental budgets and forecasts.
  • Monitor labor costs and operating expenses.
  • Manage purchasing and inventory control.
  • Achieve departmental revenue and profitability targets.

Safety, Risk & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with hotel safety policies and procedures.
  • Implement child safeguarding standards within Kids Club operations.
  • Conduct risk assessments for all activities and events.
  • Ensure emergency action plans are current and practiced.
  • Maintain compliance with local laws, licensing, and operational requirements.
  • Lead incident investigations and corrective actions.

Facility Management

  • Oversee maintenance and cleanliness of recreation facilities.
  • Ensure all recreation and entertainment equipment is safe and operational.
  • Coordinate with Engineering and Housekeeping departments.
  • Monitor facility enhancement and refurbishment projects.

Administration & Reporting

  • Prepare:
  • Monthly Performance Reports
  • Revenue Reports
  • Activity Participation Reports
  • Guest Satisfaction Analysis
  • Budget Reports
  • Analyze performance trends and recommend improvements.
  • Maintain operational records and compliance documentation.


  • Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in Recreation, Entertainment, Leisure, Sports, or Resort Operations.
  • Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a management role.
  • Experience in luxury resorts, family resorts, or international hotel brands preferred.
  • Language & Communication: Excellent command of the English language with highly effective written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Leadership & Coaching: Proven ability to supervise, strongly motivate, coach, and counsel sales professionals while encouraging high team spirit and morale. 
  • Execution & Pace: Hardworking, organized, and capable of working in a very fast-paced environment to launch and manage major projects independently.