Head of Animation Arbatax, Italy
Pubblicato il 24-10-2026 - Falkensteiner Hotels & Residences Croatia in Bardi
Located on the stunning coast of Sardinia, Arbatax Park Resort is one of the largest and most distinctive resort destinations in the Mediterranean. Set within a private natural peninsula surrounded by crystal-clear waters and unspoiled nature, the resort offers multiple hotels, a rich variety of restaurants and bars, sports facilities, wellness experiences, family attractions, and authentic Sardinian experiences.
As part of an ambitious repositioning and development strategy, we are looking for passionate hospitality professionals who want to contribute to elevating service standards, enhancing guest experiences, and shaping the future of this extraordinary destination.
We look forward to getting to know you and welcoming you soon to our team at Arbatax Park Resort as:
Head of Animation
Your responsibilities with us:
- Design innovative and age-appropriate edutainment programs for babies, children, and teenagers.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise recreational, sports, creative, and entertainment activities for families and guests.
- Oversee the daily operations of Kids Club facilities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and guest satisfaction.
- Recruit, train, motivate, and lead the entertainment and Kids Club team.
- Create memorable family experiences and special events that strengthen guest engagement and loyalty.
- Collaborate closely with Front Office,
F&B;, Housekeeping, and Resort Experience teams.
- Manage scheduling, budgets, inventories, and operational reporting.
- Act as ambassador of the family experience and ensure exceptional service delivery.
What you bring:
- Proven experience as Head of Animation, Kids Club Manager, Entertainment Manager, or a similar leadership role in resorts, holiday villages, cruise lines, or family hotels.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Passion for creating engaging experiences for children and families.
- Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
- High guest-service orientation and attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Fluent Italian and English; additional languages are a plus.
- Availability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
What we offer:
- Accommodation provided.
- Comprehensive onboarding program.
- Professional development opportunities and internal career progression.
- The opportunity to contribute to the transformation of one of the Mediterranean's most iconic resort destinations.
- Employee rates and special discounts across Falkensteiner hotels and services.
- An international, dynamic, and inspiring working environment.
- 2000-2200 eur per month