Company Overview

Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...

Role Summary

The role is responsible for creating immersive, revenue-generating guest experiences that elevate satisfaction, drive engagement, and position the resort as a leading lifestyle destination.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement unique, trend-driven recreation and entertainment programs, incorporating local culture, nature, and tailored experiences for diverse guest segments.
• Drive high levels of guest participation through engaging activity schedules, personalized interactions, and continuous improvement based on guest feedback and insights.
• Design and execute holistic wellness offerings, including fitness, mindfulness, and spa-integrated programs, aligned with modern lifestyle trends.
• Plan and deliver innovative entertainment and social events, managing all aspects of production including scheduling, staging, and guest experience.
• Manage recreational facilities and introduce modern sports and adventure activities that enhance guest engagement and overall experience.
• Identify and implement revenue-generating opportunities through premium experiences, packages, events, and strategic partnerships.
• Lead, train, and inspire a high-performing recreation team, fostering a culture of creativity, energy, and exceptional guest service.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and operational policies while leveraging digital platforms and social media to promote activities and enhance brand visibility.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Sports Management, Recreation Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in recreation, entertainment, or guest experience management within a resort or hospitality environment.
• Proven experience in designing and executing innovative guest experiences and events.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop high-energy teams.
• Solid understanding of wellness, lifestyle, and hospitality trends, including digital and social media engagement.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and risk management standards within recreational operations.

• Develop and implement unique, trend-driven recreation and entertainment programs, incorporating local culture, nature, and tailored experiences for diverse guest segments.
• Drive high levels of guest participation through engaging activity schedules, personalized interactions, and continuous improvement based on guest feedback and insights.
• Design and execute holistic wellness offerings, including fitness, mindfulness, and spa-integrated programs, aligned with modern lifestyle trends.
• Plan and deliver innovative entertainment and social events, managing all aspects of production including scheduling, staging, and guest experience.
• Manage recreational facilities and introduce modern sports and adventure activities that enhance guest engagement and overall experience.
• Identify and implement revenue-generating opportunities through premium experiences, packages, events, and strategic partnerships.
• Lead, train, and inspire a high-performing recreation team, fostering a culture of creativity, energy, and exceptional guest service.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and operational policies while leveraging digital platforms and social media to promote activities and enhance brand visibility.

• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to manage, motivate, and develop high-energy teams
• Solid understanding of wellness, lifestyle, and hospitality trends
• Digital and social media engagement
• Knowledge of health, safety, and risk management standards within recreational operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Sports Management, Recreation Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in recreation, entertainment, or guest experience management within a resort or hospitality environment.
• Proven experience in designing and executing innovative guest experiences and events.