Division: Blue Water Hospitality
Location: Gulf Shores, Alabama
Workplace: On-site
Employment type: Full-time – Year-round
Travel %: 50% between 3 assets
Salary range: $75,000- $85,000
Bonus eligible: up to 10% of annual salary
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, and Property Discounts

Blue Water is a privately held family owned by father and son Jack and Todd Burbage.

Founded in 2002, Blue Water invests, develops, and manages RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions. Its integrated approach to marketing, revenue management, and operations has quickly established it as a hospitality industry leader. With dozens of resort-area properties in East Coast states from Maine to Florida and new additions out west in Texas, Montana, and Oregon, the Blue Water family is committed to creating elite assets, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and enhancing the communities we serve.

INTRODUCTION TO ROLE
As an Area Manager, you will oversee the operations of multiple locations within a designated area. You will work closely with property leaders to ensure each location meets or exceeds its operational and financial goals. Your role will involve implementing company policies and procedures, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance, and providing support and guidance to the property leaders and their teams.

• Three properties:
  • Gulf Breeze
  • Mobile West
  • Bay Palms

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage and oversee the operations of multiple locations within the designated area.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive growth and meet or exceed revenue targets.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators for each location and take corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure company policies, procedures, and standards compliance.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to the property leaders and their teams.
• Foster a positive working environment and promote teamwork and collaboration among employees.
• Handle escalated customer complaints or issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing, human resources, accounting, and FP&A, to achieve company goals.
• Prepare and present reports on area performance, trends, and opportunities to senior management.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in hospitality management, with a track record of success in driving results.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of operations, including budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Willingness to travel within the designated area as needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and requires the ability to lift office products and supplies to 20 pounds occasionally.

The hospitality environment is fast-paced, and you may sometimes be required to cover or assist with tasks/job functions outside of the job you were hired for. We require each of our team members to have an All-Hands-On-Deck mindset. This means you may be tasked with other functions and are expected to complete those tasks with the same enthusiasm and dedication as expected with your normal job duties.

Blue Water is raising the standard of excellence and innovation in real estate development and hospitality with every entity brought on board.

Blue Water Development Corporation is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to making employment decisions based on merit. We are also committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws providing for equal employment opportunities and all laws related to terms and conditions of employment.