The Sports & Recreation Manager oversees the resort’s recreational facilities, activities, sports programs and guest experiences. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in sports management, hospitality, leisure management or a related field, along with several years of supervisory experience in a hotel, resort, club or recreation environment. Experience with water sports, fitness activities, children’s programs, safety procedures and team scheduling is advantageous. The successful candidate should be energetic, approachable and service-focused, with strong leadership, communication and organizational skills. The role requires the ability to train staff, coordinate activities, maintain equipment, control operating costs and ensure that all programs meet Shangri-La’s service, safety and quality standards.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. The company is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and thoughtfully designed guest experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Resort & Spa and Shangri-La The Fort, Manila. Its resorts typically offer accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, recreation programs and extensive event services. Employees work in a multicultural environment where professionalism, guest care, teamwork and continuous development are strongly valued. A Sports & Recreation Manager contributes directly to the resort experience by creating safe, engaging and memorable activities for families, leisure travelers and other guests.
The Philippines offers varied opportunities in tourism, hotels, resorts, restaurants, wellness and recreation, particularly in Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and Metro Manila. Resort work can provide a relaxed island lifestyle, warm weather, beaches and a friendly, community-oriented culture, although schedules may be demanding during peak seasons. Filipino workplaces generally value courtesy, teamwork, adaptability and personal relationships. Cebu and Boracay have strong hospitality markets, while Palawan and Bohol offer expanding eco-tourism opportunities. Foreign applicants normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa, with requirements handled through Philippine immigration and labor authorities. Relocating employees should arrange accommodation, health insurance, banking access and local tax registration. Learning basic Filipino phrases and respecting local customs, religious traditions and environmental rules will help newcomers settle in successfully.
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