Operations Manager - Campground

Santee Lakes KOA Journey, 1268 Gordon Rd., Summerton, South Carolina, United States of America

Posted Monday, August 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Friday, September 25, 2026 at 3:59 AM

Blue Water Hospitality is a growing organization that is always looking for enthusiastic team members to join its journey!

Since its establishment in 2002, Blue Water has rapidly become a leader in the hospitality industry. We invest, develop, and manage RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions. We have a range of accommodations, from cozy campsites to water parks to lavish hotel suites, and we pride ourselves on creating exceptional guest experiences. If you share our passion for providing memorable guest experiences, we invite you to “Dive into Blue Water” and join our growing team!

INTRODUCTION TO ROLE: As a highly visible member of the property’s Leadership Team, the Operations Manager serves as a key liaison for property guests and functions as the General Manager's right-hand while also supporting Front Office operations and other operating departments, such as Housekeeping/Laundry. They will serve as a role model for Blue Water Hospitality’s mission, vision, and values and will work hands-on to maximize the property's overall efficiency and profitability.

• Full-time roles are eligible for Health benefits, 401K, and property discounts

• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
• Competitive with a strong desire to win
• Effectively communicates to a variety of audiences and can tailor communication appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments
• Effective use of computer software, sales tracking software, CRM tools, and social media tools

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Operational Management:
  • Monitor and evaluate all department daily activities to ensure the successful operation of property facilities, services, and amenities.
  • Establish and review departmental standards, guidelines, and objectives.
  • Conduct daily walk-throughs and quality checks to drive exceptional service and guest satisfaction at all points of contact, including pre-arrival, check-in/check-out, transportation, housekeeping, laundry, banquets, conference services, and maintenance.
  • Issue supplies and equipment as needed and regularly reconcile inventory to ensure proper supply levels.
  • Acts as a knowledgeable resource in property operational software such as Property Management systems, reservations or booking channels, maintenance or internal communication systems, social media, and marketing tools
  • Regularly intervenes, assists, and documents guest or employee incidents
  • Maintain the property’s compliance with the company’s safety and security program and ensure adherence to all company and brand policies, practices, procedures, and guidelines.
• People Management:
  • Partner with GM to create a positive work environment;
    Serve as a support resource for front-line staff in all departments.
  • Provides comprehensive scheduling and manages timekeeping for all related staff and departments.
  • Support all aspects of people leadership: recruitment, retention, training, coaching, and performance development.
  • Drive effective communication across all departments to ensure consistency, cohesiveness, and understanding of objectives and priorities.
• Budget Management:
  • Regularly assists the General Manager or related resource in budget analysis, monitoring, and expense management.
  • Analyze and evaluate property performance by compiling occupancy and labor reports and guest satisfaction index statistics.
  • Approve and process vendor invoices, complete bank deposits, audit cash banks, and…