About this role
Half Moon is seeking a visionary and dynamic Director of Recreation & Entertainment to lead our vibrant recreational, entertainment, and wellness offerings. In this key leadership role, you will oversee a diverse portfolio - including nightly resort entertainment, racquet and lawn sports, the Anancy Children’s Village, holiday programming, daily guest activities, and key partnerships with our equestrian and water sports concessionaires.
If you are passionate about curating world-class guest experiences and driving operational excellence in a luxury resort setting, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
• Hire, train, mentor, and lead departmental supervisors and staff to deliver exceptional service standards.
• Design cutting-edge, engaging activities and events for both children and adults across tennis, fitness, pools, land sports, and evening entertainment.
• Develop and manage annual departmental budgets, monitor P&L reports, control expenses, and maximize revenues.
• Oversee resort pools, recreation facilities, and equipment inventory while directing annual capital improvement plans (FF&E).
• Ensure the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction in collaboration with our Security and Health & Safety teams.
• Partner closely with Marketing, the Half Moon Foundation, and local service providers to curate memorable guest experiences and robust community initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation & Entertainment Management (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of senior leadership experience in a fast-paced activity setting, preferably within luxury hospitality.
• Advanced computer literacy, strong financial acumen, and exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
• Active involvement in industry associations (e.g., JHTA, Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce) and relevant professional accreditations are highly desirable.