The Sports & Recreation Manager is responsible for planning and supervising sports, leisure and recreational activities for resort guests. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in sports management, hospitality, recreation or a related field, along with several years of experience in resort recreation, leisure operations or guest activities. The candidate should have strong leadership, communication and organizational skills, understand health and safety procedures, and be comfortable coordinating outdoor activities and recreational facilities. The role is expected to deliver engaging guest experiences, manage schedules and equipment, lead and coach recreation staff, coordinate with other departments, control operating costs, and maintain high Shangri-La service standards.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Asia, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, comfortable accommodation, extensive dining, wellness facilities and personalized guest service. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent resorts and city hotels, including properties in Cebu, Boracay and Manila. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment where service quality, teamwork, guest satisfaction and professional presentation are important. A Sports & Recreation Manager would typically work closely with Rooms, Food and Beverage, Spa, Engineering, Security and Sales teams to create safe and enjoyable activities for guests while supporting the resort’s commercial and service objectives.
The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across major islands and resort destinations, including Luzon, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and Mindanao. Jobs are available in hotels, resorts, restaurants, diving, wellness, events and tourism services, with stronger demand in Manila, Cebu and established beach destinations. Filipino culture is friendly, community-oriented and strongly influenced by family, faith, music and regional traditions. Island living can be relaxed and outdoors-focused, although transport, healthcare and internet quality vary outside major towns. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, while Filipinos can relocate domestically without immigration requirements. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, medical coverage, taxes and contract terms before moving. English is widely used in hospitality, and learning basic local phrases helps with integration. Weather is tropical, with a rainy season and occasional typhoons, so location-specific planning is important.
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