Recreation Animator at InterContinental Resort

Apply for Recreation Animator at Inter Continental Fujairah Resort at IHG Hotels & Resorts in Fujairah, FU, AE.

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the Inter Continental® brand.

Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs.

Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

The Inter Continental Fujairah Resort is situated on the shoreline of the exquisite Al Aqah Beach, beneath the spectacular backdrop of the Hajjar Mountains. An exceptional destination where Arabian hospitality meets luxury. With 190 rooms, indoor & outdoor event space, restaurants & bar. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star resort presence.

What’s your passion? Whether you’re into knitting, kite flying or karaoke, at IHG we’re interested in YOU! We love people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies – people who help us create great brands guests love. And we’re looking for more people like this to join our dynamic & committed team at the Inter Continental Fujairah Resort.

As a Recreation Animator, you will lead engaging recreational and entertainment activities for resort guests, creating memorable experiences for adults and families. You will conduct activities, promote guest participation, and ensure all programs are delivered safely, professionally, and in line with hotel and brand standards.

• Plan and conduct daily recreational and entertainment activities for resort guests.
• Conduct guest activities such as Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Zumba, Aqua Gym, pool games, and other fun team-building activities.
• Organize and participate in various indoor and outdoor recreational activities for adults and families.
• Assist with and conduct evening entertainment activities such as karaoke nights, games, and other guest activities.
• Maintain regular and friendly interaction with guests and ensure a high level of guest engagement and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills with guests of different nationalities and age groups.
• Ability to manage the recreation/activity area and ensure activities are conducted safely and professionally.
• Assist in supervising and coordinating the recreation team during daily operations.
• Ensure all activities and equipment are properly prepared, maintained, and used safely.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and confident in engaging guests and leading activities.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a hotel/resort animation or recreation environment, preferably within a five-star resort.
• Previous experience in guest relations, recreation, entertainment, or resort activities will be an advantage.
• Strong ability to engage and entertain guests of different nationalities and age groups.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Good command of spoken and written English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Able to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

In return, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and a chance to work with a great team of talented people. Most importantly, we’ll give you the Room to Belong.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, Inter Continental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the Inter Continental brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity.

We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.