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Three Waters Resort & Marina, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Resort, offers more than a place to work - it’s a chance to be part of one of the most exciting, experience-driven destinations in the Florida Keys. Set across 15 oceanfront acres in Islamorada, the resort features 214 guest rooms, a 72-slip marina, watersports, indoor and outdoor event venues, and nine distinct culinary outlets, along with the only resort water taxi in the Keys and a unique adult-only retreat within the resort. For team members, this means exposure to a wide range of high-energy, guest-facing experiences - from elevated hospitality and events to marina and lifestyle programming. Team members are part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment where they can build diverse skills, contribute creatively, and play a direct role in delivering memorable, shareworthy experiences in one of the most beautiful destinations in the country.

Step into a landmark leadership opportunity at Three Waters Resort in the heart of Islamorada. As Managing Director, you will shape the vision and success of one of the Florida Keys' premier resort destinations, leading a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences while driving financial performance, operational excellence, and long-term growth. If you're an inspiring hospitality leader with a strategic mindset, a passion for luxury resort operations, and a proven ability to elevate both people and performance, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of resort operations, including Rooms, Food & Beverage, Recreation, Sales & Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and Engineering.
• Develop and execute business strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, and market positioning.
• Champion a culture of exceptional guest service, associate engagement, and operational excellence.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire an experienced executive leadership team while fostering collaboration and accountability across the resort.
• Build strong relationships with ownership, Davidson Hospitality Group leadership, community partners, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and brand excellence throughout the resort.
• Analyze market trends, competitive positioning, and business performance to identify opportunities for innovation and growth.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, revenue management, capital planning, and financial performance to achieve ownership objectives.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement while preserving the unique character and guest experience that defines Three Waters Resort.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive executive leadership experience, including serving as a General Manager, Managing Director, or President of a full-service luxury hotel or destination resort.
• Demonstrated success leading complex resort operations with multiple food and beverage outlets, recreational amenities, and group business.
• Strong financial acumen with a proven track record of delivering revenue growth, maximizing profitability, and managing large operating budgets.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with associates, Davidson leadership, ownership groups, and community partners.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate market trends and execute innovative business initiatives.
• Proven decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Passion for creating memorable guest experiences while cultivating an engaging, high-performing workplace culture.

If you're ready to lead an iconic Florida Keys destination and make a lasting impact on both guests and associates, we invite you to apply today. Join Davidson Hospitality Group at Three Waters Resort and help shape the future of one of Islamorada's most distinctive waterfront resorts.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other. EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.