Sports & Recreation Supervisor

Role summary

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The Sports & Recreation Supervisor coordinates daily recreational activities, sports programs, pool and beach services, equipment, and guest participation. Requirements generally include hospitality or recreation experience, strong customer-service and team-supervision skills, basic first aid or water-safety knowledge, and good spoken English. Experience in a resort, fitness, leisure, or watersports environment is an advantage. The successful candidate is expected to organize safe and engaging activities, maintain equipment and facilities, brief and motivate staff, respond professionally to guest needs, and follow Shangri-La’s service, health, and safety standards. Flexibility is important, as the role may involve weekends, holidays, outdoor work, and changing schedules.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, and premium guest experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La properties include well-established urban hotels and island or resort destinations, offering accommodation, dining, recreation, wellness, and event services. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured operating procedures, guest-focused training, and opportunities to progress within the wider hotel group. Resort-based roles often involve close interaction with international visitors and may include outdoor, leisure, and activity operations. Benefits can vary by property but may include meals, uniforms, service charge, accommodation assistance, insurance, and staff discounts.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines is an archipelago of more than 7,000 islands, with major employment centers in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other resort destinations. Hospitality opportunities are available in hotels, restaurants, cruise services, wellness, diving, tourism, and events, although resort work can be seasonal and competitive. Filipino culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented, and community-focused, with English widely used in workplaces. Island living offers beaches, outdoor activities, warm weather, and a relaxed lifestyle, but transport, internet access, healthcare, and living costs vary considerably by location. Foreign applicants normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, while local hires must meet company and government requirements. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, service-charge arrangements, medical coverage, and visa sponsorship before accepting a resort position.