Resort Activities Manager

TradeWinds Island Resort • Saint Pete Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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! The Recreation Manager leads and coordinates all recreation, entertainment, and guest activities at the resort, including Kid’s Camp & Youth Programming, Resort Activities, Paddleboats, Entertainment, Birthday Parties, Arcade, and Poolside Retail. This role ensures safe, engaging, and high-quality experiences while motivating a dynamic and professional team.

Requirements

• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager