About the Role
Lead the operations of Central New York's unique outdoor hospitality destinations, including a seasonal cottage resort, marinas, waterfront cabin rentals, and a hunting preserve. This executive leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, maximizing revenue, enhancing guest experience, and developing high-performing teams.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all operational aspects of The Cove including sales, reservations, housekeeping, food and beverage, grounds, recreation, retail and property maintenance.
- Prepare annual budget and monitor financial performance throughout the year for The Cove, Marinas, Salmon Acres, and The Preserve.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue and profitability for The Cove, Marinas, Salmon Acres, and The Preserve.
- Work closely with Marketing to develop a marketing plan to promote The Cove and Salmon Acres to potential guests.
- Achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction by providing efficient and courteous service in all areas for The Cove, Marinas, and Salmon Acres.
- Respond quickly and effectively to any guest complaints or problems for The Cove, Marinas, Salmon Acres, and The Preserve.
- Work with Operations Manager to create team member training programs to ensure team members meet job responsibilities.
- Fully responsible for the management, maintenance and safety of all boats, and recreational equipment at The Cove.
- Ensure all team members and guests follow proper safety policies and protocols when utilizing recreational equipment.
- Oversee all operational aspects of the Marinas including slip rental, fuel sales, boat storage, boat ramp operations, repair garage, ground and snow removal.
- Manage cabin rental through VRBO including guest check in, check out, housekeeping and maintenance.
- Oversees all operations aspects of Salmon Acres including reservations, housekeeping, property maintenance, grounds, licenses and day pass sales, and snow removal.
- Oversees all operational aspects of The Preserve including reservations, sales, herd management and property maintenance.
- Ensures the herd at The Preserve is in good health and have annual Veterinarian checks.
- Purchase of trophy animals for The Preserve following NYS guidelines.
Requirements
- Must possess superior guest service skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and administrative skills.
- Proven track record of successful team leadership and development.
- Extensive experience with marketing, budgeting, and purchasing.
- Must possess valid driver's license.
- Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 11 - 20 pounds.
Skills
- Hospitality
- Recreation Operations Management
- Sales
- Reservations
- Housekeeping
- Food and Beverage
- Grounds Maintenance
- Recreation Management
- Retail Management
- Property Maintenance
- Financial Management
- Budgeting
- Revenue Growth
- Profitability Improvement
- Guest Satisfaction
- Complaint Resolution
- Team Member Training
- Safety Protocols
- Boat Operations
- Fuel Sales
- Boat Storage
- Boat Ramp Operations
- Repair Garage Management
- Snow Removal
- Cabin Rental Management
- VRBO Management
- Herd Management
- Veterinarian Coordination
- Purchasing
- Marketing Strategy Development
- Promotional Campaign Management
- Package Development
- Team Leadership
- Team Development
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Administrative Skills
Location
- Central New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a Hospitality or Recreation Operations Management role.
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel Management, or related field preferred.
Salary/Compensations
- $130,000 yearly
Benefits
- Paid weekly
- Variety of schedules
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Career-building professional development
- Discounts from dining to fuel to concerts
- Team Member appreciation events
- Quality healthcare and dental benefits
- A robust 401k retirement plan
- Dealer School
- Finance Scholarship Program
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Team member assistance programs
- Wellness programs
- Onsite medical center
- Training programs
- Complimentary shuttles
About the Company
- Turning Stone Enterprises is a dynamic organization with diverse business operations, including the award-winning Turning Stone Resort Casino, satellite casinos, convenience stores, and golf courses.
