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Recreation Manager

Gaylord Hotels
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
Additional Information

Job Number26050723

Job CategoryGolf, Fitness, & Entertainment

LocationGaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, 2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37214 VIEW ON MAP

ScheduleFull Time

Located Remotely?N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $59,000-$77,000 annually

Bonus Eligible: Y

Job Summary

Supports the Director of Recreation in all aspects of the pool and beach areas, including overall maintenance, daily upkeep, cleanliness and the operation of cabana units. Provides and models service behavior to guests and employees. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility. Position works with direct reports to carry out departmental strategies.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

  • High school diploma or GED; 1 year experience in the recreation/health club operations or related professional area.

OR

  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Health Education, Physical Education, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Supporting Recreation Operations

  • Supervises and manages employees. Supports day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
  • Monitors quality, standards and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
  • Schedules events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  • Provides personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
  • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  • Supports the management of outside vendors including water sports and scuba.
  • Orders and manages necessary supplies. Ensures workers have supplies, equipment, tools, and uniforms necessary to do their jobs.
  • Manages the children's program (e.g., coordinates activities, purchases equipment and supplies etc.).
  • Manages group activities including sand painting, bon fires, and team building events.
  • Manages pool and beach areas, including overall maintenance, daily upkeep and cleanliness, and the operation of cabana units.

Providing and Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

  • Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
  • Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, provides guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

  • Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
  • Participates in the performance appraisal system process, giving feedback when needed.
  • Coordinates training activities for employees in department.
  • Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
  • Communicates expectations and performance objectives to subordinates; subordinates are also open to raise questions and/or concerns.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Why have less when you can have MORE — all under one roof? Rooted in our expertise and leadership in meetings and experiences, Gaylord Hotels intentionally deliver environments, services and programming that bring people together in an extraordinary way. The heart of our brand are STARs, who are creative, entrepreneurial and dedicated to providing thoughtful, big-hearted service to guests. At Gaylord, we provide STARs with opportunities well beyond that of a traditional hotel—offering you endless career opportunities, the extras, and MORE. In joining Gaylord, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Salary : $59,000 - $77,000

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