Recreation Supervisor

Do you have a dynamic and positive personality, experience in supervising and empowering others in the field of recreation? If you do and are interested in working with families with young children and supervise/empower others to do the same, come work and play in beautiful Muskoka this summer Taboo Muskoka Taboo Muskoka is a privately owned Resort in Gravenhurst, Ontario whose mandate is to 'Create happiness by offering incredible Muskoka experiences to our guests and team.' The Recreation Team plays a key role in creating those incredible experiences. Recreation Supervisor In this supervisory position, you will assist guests with recreation needs and requests including leading guest activities, issuing equipment rentals, maintaining cleanliness and proper working order of the recreation building and adventure center, pool areas, tennis courts, beach area, etc. You will assist the Director of Recreation and Recreation Manager in creating programming and planning the recreation activities for Resort leisure and corporate guests and take an active role in directing and assisting staff during daily operations. Benefits Of Working At Taboo Muskoka Bonus upon completion of your contract* $500 for referring fellow team members and earn $ for bringing in business* Complimentary One-Night Stay (Be Our Guest) - Enjoy a complimentary one-night stay, including breakfast for two, during non-peak periods and subject to availability Complimentary use of resort amenities including trails, bikes, beach, pools, tennis Staff housing available (located in town of Gravenhurst – short 7kms or 5 mins from the resort) Shuttle services to and from staff housing and the resort available Potential room for career advancement Staff (and friends and family) discounts on meals, rooms and merchandise Staff appreciation events and activities Employee recognition programs Some conditions apply. Please inquire for details Key Responsibilities Supervision of Recreation staff and their duties. Assist with scheduling, training and communicating with Recreation staff as needed. Assist the Director of Recreation with recreation program development and implementation. Encourage, recruit, register and schedule guests to participate in recreation activities. Possesses thorough knowledge of all dates, times, pricing and descriptions of all resort activities, events offered, as well as those of off property. Oversee the successful operation of our recreation programming including hiking, mountain biking, pickleball, tennis, kids programming, bonfires, special events etc. Promote a fun and relaxing atmosphere and communicate applicable rules and regulations. Possess a clear understanding of all operations and procedures that take place at the Recreation/Adventure Centre desk, including but not limited to taking and verifying guest activity reservations, issuing and filing liability waivers, verifying guest room and other guest information. Detailed preparation of incident reports and other required resort documentation. Collecting used/soiled pool and beach towels. Folding and replenishing clean pool and beach towels. Ability to clearly understand resort trails and locations. Ability to clearly understand and perform cash, credit/debit transactions. Ability to use creativity and quick thinking to handle and accommodate rare or difficult guest requests. Promote and sell retail items. Ability to effectively to record and distribute departmental communication to other resort outlets, specifically Front desk/guest services. Opens and closes the recreation office and building. Cleaning recreation areas, keeping equipment organized. Ensure equipment is in good condition and repair. Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area for oneself, co-workers and the public. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action as capable and promptly notifying your manager. Inspects and performs light maintenance. Problem-solve on the spot. Performs related duties as assigned or apparent. Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills Valid Ontario G class Driver’s License Certified in Standard First Aid with CPR-C (or willing to obtain) Completion of high school or equivalent – Minimum age 18 Dynamic and positive personality interested in working with families with young children Previous guest service experience an asset Experience in handling cash, credit, and debit transactions Must have experience supervising and training staff Excellent interpersonal skills such as empathy, appreciation, collaborative thinking, active listening skills, and work ethic. Physical Environment/Requirements Indoor and outdoor environments: Trails, water, heat, cold, dirt, bugs, rain. Depending on the day and weather conditions of the job will change, long exposure isn’t consistent but at times is needed. Ability to lift upwards of 50 pounds, carrying ice buckets or stumps of wood. This would be less than 20% of the time. Most lifting is with another person and transport is usually done by golf cart Ability to lead and participate in physical activities, such as, but not limited to hiking, biking, tennis Bending, twisting, crouching, using hand, arm, leg, and back muscles for cleaning, folding towels and distributing rental equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal Start/Contract Dates: April 13, 2026, to October 31, 2026 Pay: $22.50 per hour Expected Hours: 32 – 40 per week Vacancy Status: New Great Gulf Group of Companies is committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourages applications from qualified candidates, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Great Gulf will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We are not accepting International applicants without a valid work permit. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not currently use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr