Sports & Recreation Manager

Role summary

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The Sports & Recreation Manager oversees the resort’s sports, leisure and recreational activities, ensuring guests receive safe, enjoyable and well-organized experiences. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, sports management, recreation or a related field, along with several years of supervisory experience in a hotel, resort, club or leisure operation. First-aid and lifeguard certification may be advantageous. The successful candidate should have strong leadership, planning and communication skills, practical knowledge of recreational equipment and safety procedures, and the ability to coordinate activities for guests of different ages and abilities. Expectations include maintaining high service standards, managing staff and schedules, controlling equipment and operating costs, handling guest concerns, and supporting creative programs that increase participation and guest satisfaction.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Its properties are known for personalized service, high-quality accommodation, dining, wellness facilities and destination-focused experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Resort & Spa and Shangri-La The Fort, Manila. The group places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, professional service, employee development and responsible hospitality. A Sports & Recreation Manager working for Shangri-La would typically operate in a resort environment, collaborating with rooms, food and beverage, events, engineering, security and wellness teams. Benefits may include accommodation or housing support, meals, service charge, medical coverage, training and staff discounts, although the exact package depends on the property and employment contract.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and other resort destinations. Jobs are available in hotels, restaurants, diving, watersports, wellness, events and tourism operations, with stronger demand in established resort areas. Filipino culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented and service-minded, while English is widely used in workplaces. Island living can provide warm weather, beaches, outdoor activities and a relaxed pace, although transport, utilities and healthcare may be less convenient outside major cities. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, commonly arranged with support from the hiring company; they should not work on a tourist visa. Relocating candidates should confirm accommodation, insurance, tax treatment, flights, contract length and local transport before accepting an offer. Cebu and Manila offer broader amenities, while smaller islands provide a quieter lifestyle but fewer services.