Activities and Events Manager

About UsWithin the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, Chateau Elan began with the planting of the vineyards in 1981. From these lush vines has grown a 3,500 acre conference and leisure destination. We welcome your interest in applying for a position with Chateau Élan Winery & Resort. For many years, we have served our guests with the highest level of products and service in luxury resorts.

We owe our growth and success to our associates who have served our guests with dedication and pride. The key to our continued growth is found in satisfying and exceeding our guests’ expectations. We look for people with personality, energy, enthusiasm and commitment. We nurture and train our associates throughout their tenure here. They, in turn, provide the highest level of guest service making Chateau Élan the special place it is today.

Perks include but are not limited to discount hotel stays, discount spa services, discount golf, discount food and beverage, discount retail as well as access to the You Decide discount program. You Decide offerings include negotiated pricing arrangements for vacation destinations, hotels, vacation planning, rental cars, movie tickets/rentals, consumer electronics, consumer goods and services, personal services and even discounts on cell phones and plans.

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No Overview The  Activities & Events Manager is responsible for developing, planning, coordinating, and executing engaging recreational activities, resort programming, and special events that enhance the guest experience and reinforce the resort’s brand positioning. This role creates memorable experiences for guests of all ages while driving guest satisfaction, participation, ancillary revenue, and overall resort performance.

The Activities & Events Manager oversees daily recreational programming, seasonal activities, family and adult experiences, themed events, and resort-wide celebrations. The position collaborates closely with hotel leadership and other departments to ensure programming is aligned with the resort’s strategic objectives, operational standards, and financial goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Guest Experience & Resort Programming Develop and implement a comprehensive calendar of daily, weekly, seasonal, and holiday activities tailored to the resort’s target demographics and guest preferences.

Create distinctive, engaging experiences that differentiate the resort from its competitive set and strengthen its overall value proposition.

Oversee recreational programming for families, children, adults, couples, and groups, as appropriate to the resort’s amenities and positioning.

Ensure activities are professionally executed, appropriately staffed, and consistent with the resort’s service standards.

Engage with guests to encourage participation, gather feedback, resolve concerns, and identify opportunities to enhance the guest experience.

Monitor guest satisfaction scores, online reviews, and activity participation to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Events Planning & Execution Plan, coordinate, and execute resort events, including themed weekends, holiday celebrations, poolside events, outdoor entertainment,…