Recreation Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an energetic and self-driven Recreation Manager to oversee all activities within the leisure club facilities at City Centre Rotana Doha. This role demands strong leadership and operational management skills to drive the department towards its annual budget goals while maintaining outstanding service quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal membership levels through continuous monitoring and engagement.
• Ensure all staff members receive training aligned with established standards.
• Coordinate fitness evaluations for members and deliver personalized exercise plans, along with proper guidance on equipment usage and safety.
• Engage qualified and personable specialized instructors for activities like tennis and water sports.
• Keep all facility areas including locker rooms and showers impeccably clean and hygienic.
• Ensure strict enforcement of food hygiene, health, and safety regulations, implementing legislation requirements as necessary.
• Oversee any food and beverage service areas within the fitness and recreation zones to guarantee efficient operation.
• Stay informed on the latest trends and advancements in sports, fitness techniques, and equipment, providing informed recommendations to management.
• Plan and organize sports and social events incorporating member input and preferences.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should hold a relevant degree in sport or leisure management and bring prior experience in a similar role within an international hotel setting. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential alongside proficiency in computing. The candidate should actively support sales efforts to enhance revenue while exhibiting effective problem-solving capabilities.

Competencies

We require a hands-on professional passionate about sports with a robust fitness background and excellent customer relationship skills. The candidate must demonstrate strong time management, innovation, leadership, motivation, and adaptability. Essential competencies include understanding the business, team building, strategic planning, leadership, valuing diversity, managing operations, customer focus, adaptability, influencing results, and a strong drive to achieve outcomes.