Sports & Leisure Manager - Farrington Gurney, Bristol

Sports & Leisure Manager - Farrington Gurney, Bristol

"Sports & Leisure Expert, Pizzeria Enthusiast"

You bring your expertise, enthusiasms, and curiosities; and we'll provide you with a space to play.

• Full Time Role - Permanent Contract
• Earnings to £35,000-£40,000/annum, including TRONC (Tips & Service Charge)
• Onsite Role
• Based at Mad Swans in the Mendips (Bristol)

Mad Swans is looking for a full-time Sports & Leisure Manager to join our budding team. Internally, this role will be known as Sports Manager and will hold overall responsibility for Golf, Padel Tennis, Pickleball, the Gym and the Retail Shop.

Mad Swans in the Mendips is located in Farrington Gurney near to Bristol & Bath.

Full Address: Marsh Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TS.

What we do

We are experts in our field, committed to creating boundary-pushing social spaces that spark meaningful connections through play in nature.

This summer, we're opening our first countryside hangout for mavericks. The unruly. The friendship groups you wish you were in. The families you want to hang out with. For evenings that go on forever. And weekends that become folklore. Come for a good time. Come for a long time. Come for a breath of fresh air. Whoever you are. Come as you are.

Social play spanning Golf, Padel Tennis, Pickleball, Darts and Shuffleboard gives guests the chance to explore one game or sample them all, across a few hours, a day, or a long weekend. We're all about great food, which is why we've teamed up with experts in their field to create two distinct dining experiences and endless ways to enjoy them. The Potting Shed proudly boasts a menu of refreshing takes on Brasserie classics while, in The Hangout, the focus is on shareable plates with no compromise on flavour. But wherever guests find themselves, from course to court, the meadow to the orchard, they're never far from a plate of something delicious to satisfy any craving. And, for evenings that go on forever, an Eco Cabin for the night is only a starlit walk through the wilderness away.

What we can do for you

We understand that there's more to life than work, which is why our roles are designed to allow exploration, from long-time passions to brand-new intrigues.

We believe that to be interested is to be interesting - that means industry-leading training within and outside of your specified job role. If you have a question, we want to provide you with the tools to answer it. As we make our start in the world, our team need to be able to wear a few different hats, which we treat as an opportunity, allowing you to take considered detours into topics of interest, in the pursuit of a broader, richer perspective.

And out of hours, our guests' playground is yours too. Enjoy the wide variety of green spaces, and the games they host, at an exclusive rate. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in all things Mad Swans, from padel lessons to cocktail workshops, after all, we want you to be as excited by our product as we are.

What there is to it

As this is a brand-new role for a new opening, you'll take the lead in bringing energy, organisation, and expert coordination to our golf offering - supporting guests playing golf or racquets, inspiring your team, and setting the standard for a fun, friendly, on court experiences from day one.

The key duties and responsibilities of this role will include:

• Overseeing the entire Sports department which includes Golf, Padel Tennis, Pickleball and the Retail Shop
• Proactively manage the Sports Team which consists of a Gym & Racquets Manager, Golf Team Leader, Retail Leader and a team of Sports Assistants
• Responsible for compliance and health and safety within the sports areas as well as the retail shop
• Work closely with the General Manager and Head of Sports, driving revenue and proactively leading cost control measures to achieve Sports profit and loss budgets
• Create and manage the rotas for the Sports department, ensuring all areas of the business are covered in peak periods and efficient cost control in off-peak times
• Managing all enquiries and act as a key point of contact for guests interested in Golf, Racquets, The Swing Barn or The Putt Patch
• Positively engage with the team to drive and deliver an excellent level of guest service
• Being very hands on and active within the team on a day-to-day basis
• Proactively managing the Golf course tee sheet and court booking for racquets, ensuring we are yielding appropriately in peak times and utilising off-peak periods efficiently, driving the business forward to achieve Budgets and KPI's
• Overseeing Golf Buggy revenue, maximising utilisation and upselling to guests.
• Overseeing and proactively managing the stock and inventory of both the Mad Swans retail area as well as the hire equipment for all Sports facilities
• Ensuring all areas of the Sports department are clean, tidy and well presented at all times
• Oversee and manage daily bookings, lessons, societies and events for guests in The Swing Barn and The Putt Patch, maximising utilisation
• Proactively upselling to guests, including food, drinks and other activities
• Promoting our Mad Swans Loyalty Programme
• Managing your team which will work across all areas of the Sports department
• Ensuring the Sports Team is well presented, following all standard operating procedures and delivering excellent guest service
• Work closely with the Head of Sports, General Manager and other Heads of Department

This is a full-time permanent position and will work any five days out of seven. Earnings for this role is £35,000-£40,000/annum, including TRONC (Tips & Service Charge).

Location - this is an onsite role and will be located at Mad Swans in the Mendips, Marsh Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TS.

Working Hours - shift times will vary throughout the week; however, the operational times will be from 7.00 am to 10.00 pm.

Working Days - this role will work any five days out of seven and will involve working on weekends on a regular basis. Working hours will vary in line with the operating calendar and needs of the business.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for a Sports Manager who is:

• Excited about playing golf, padel tennis and/or pickleball
• Highly knowledgeable about golf
• Experienced in running a retail outlet
• Passionate about delivering a high level of guest service
• Experienced in managing a commercially focussed golf or racquets business
• Experienced in dealing with guests
• Excited about being part of a new concept, new brand and new opening
• An excellent communicator
• Confident, outgoing and well-presented
• Self-driven and highly motivated
• Happy and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and positive by nature
• Solutions driven
• Comfortable working in a very fast paced environment

Please note, you must be eligible to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor any work permits or visas.

What is in it for you

• Tips & Service Charge
• Free Parking
• Free Employee Meal whilst on shift
• Wage Stream - access your pay for hours worked before pay day
• Employee Discounts on Food, Sports, Activities, Cabins and in the Retail Shop
• Reward & Recognition Initiatives
• Team Social & Well-being Activities & Events
• Employee Referral Scheme Bonus
• Mad Swans Water Bottle
• Mad Swans Hoodie
• Plant your own tree at Mad Swans

How to Apply

If you believe you have what it takes to come on-board and would like to be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. Please simply apply by hitting the apply button.

Recruitment Agencies

We are not working with any recruitment agencies at this time. As such, we do not accept any speculative CV's and/or candidate profiles and are, therefore, unable to consider these.