Recreation Leader

Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

Dive into the ultimate playground as a Recreation Leader at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort! Be the guide behind the fun, leading our recreation team in delivering unforgettable guest experiences. This role is all about bringing energy, creativity, and leadership to every activity—making sure our guests leave with smiles, stories, and memories that last a lifetime.

General Purpose

The Recreation Leader oversees daily recreational activities, ensuring safe, engaging, and well-organized experiences for guests of all ages. This role provides leadership to attendants, coordinates recreation programs, and ensures smooth operations across various resort activity areas.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and support recreation attendants to deliver exceptional guest service.

• Oversee the daily operations of recreational facilities including bike rentals, the Dunes Putting Course, carousel, health club desk, and team-building activities.

• Coordinate schedules, activity registration, and communication of recreation offerings to guests.

• Ensure all rental equipment and facilities are maintained, safe, and guest-ready at all times.

• Greet and engage with guests in a professional, energetic, and courteous manner, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

• Handle guest inquiries, phone calls, and activity registrations.

• Monitor inventory, manage money handling processes, and ensure proper record-keeping.

• Communicate with management regarding operational needs, equipment concerns, or guest feedback.

• Assist with and lead group recreation programs, events, and activities, fostering a fun and safe environment.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• One or more years of recreation, hospitality, or guest service experience preferred.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience a plus.

Required Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fun and professional environment.

• Must be able to speak, read, and write in the primary language(s) used in the workplace.

• Valid driver’s license with at least three years of good driving history.

• Ability to solve problems and make sound decisions in standardized situations.

Physical Requirements

• Work performed primarily outdoors with some indoor responsibilities.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 5 hours at a time).

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and stretching.

• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs. and occasionally push/pull up to 200 lbs. of equipment.

• Requires manual dexterity, vision acuity, and continuous communication with guests and staff.

Why Join Us?

At Sandestin, you’ll work surrounded by 2,400 acres of natural beauty, from emerald-green waters to the Choctawhatchee Bay. As Recreation Leader, you’ll not only grow your leadership skills but also enjoy being part of a team that creates lifelong vacation memories for our guests—all while living the beach lifestyle every day.

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