With guests spending most of their days by the water, food and drink are a huge part of their holiday experience. From fresh juices and smoothies to crisp rosé and indulgent cocktails, our beach and pool service teams keep guests refreshed and relaxed as they spend long, sun-soaked days on our waterfront decks and by the pool.
Our sun decks are built into striking volcanic rock just metres above the deep blue Ionian Sea – a unique setting where our Beach Service team offer warm, attentive service straight to guests’ sunbeds. Whether delivering drinks, handing out towels after a dip, or hosting lively poolside afternoons, the team helps create the effortless, holiday atmosphere Peligoni is known for.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Beach Service Manager to lead the day-to-day running of our sun decks and pool area for the 2026 season. You’ll ensure our beach service team delivers efficient, professional, and friendly hospitality — from morning smoothies to sunset cocktails — maintaining the relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere our guests love.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives outdoors, enjoys managing a small team, and is passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences. You’ll oversee service standards, guest flow, stock management, and training, while working closely with the wider F&B and Events teams to keep beach and pool operations running seamlessly throughout the season.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily running of service on the sun decks and around the pool.
- Ensure guests receive a warm welcome, prompt attention, and consistently high levels of service.
- Brief, allocate, and motivate the team each day to ensure efficient, organised service.
- Manage deck space, seat guests appropriately, and maintain the area’s appearance.
- Oversee food and drink order processing and coordinate the team to minimise wait times.
- Ensure the ice cream shack and pool bar are well stocked, well presented, and impeccably clean.
- Monitor stock levels, manage orders, and minimise wastage.
- Support Events team by preparing deck spaces for special events.
- Liaise with Events Chefs on pop-up kitchen menus, allergens, and service flow.
- Work closely with the Bar Manager to maintain drink quality and consistency.
- Address guest queries or complaints promptly and professionally.
- Train, develop, and support the team throughout the season.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide clear, constructive feedback.
- Create rotas with awareness of labour costs and peak periods.
- Promote teamwork, positivity, and a supportive working culture.
- Motivate the team to upsell and maximise revenue opportunities.
About You
You will be someone who is:
- A confident leader with experience in beach, poolside, or similar outdoor hospitality service.
- Enthusiastic, guest-focused, and great at building relationships.
- Calm, organised, and effective in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, hands-on, and flexible in your approach.
- Passionate about service and ready to work as part of a close-knit seasonal team.
- Adaptable and motivated — with the energy to embrace a busy summer season.
Essential Requirements
- Supervisory or managerial experience in beach/poolside service or similar hospitality environment.
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on management approach.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and guest-first attitude.
- Ability to manage pressure and resolve guest issues effectively.
- Highly organised, proactive, and flexible.
- Understanding of EPOS operating systems.
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (required).
- Valid First Aid Certificate (desirable).