
Island Operations Director - Bahamas
BENEFITS AND PERKS
Because our crew and cast members are at the heart of everything we do, Disney offers benefits that includes pay, health and savings benefits, discounts, and more. Together, these rewards make up a comprehensive package that helps our crew and cast members live their best life, grow personally and professionally, and take advantage of the special extras that only Disney can provide.
Benefits subject to vary based on role. *Some officer-level positions have expanded benefits.
Additional information will be provided throughout the application and interview process.

"What’s special about Disney is the opportunity for growth."
Keith, Island Recreation Service Excellence Trainer
Detalles del empleo:
Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.
Responsabilidades:
• Responsible for all day to day operational aspects of the Island Operation, including but not limited to overall island infrastructure, guest, cast and crew experience, inventory control, construction, upkeep, maintenance and repair of all island facilities & equipment, cast/crew training, and coordinating other related activities with the appropriate DCL shore side and shipboard leadership
• Responsible for strategic delivery of island facilities for guest experience and back of house facilities
• Execute and sustain the operational vision of Island Operations across all lines of business, leveraging the overall strategic vision of the island experience; translate and integrate the vision into strategic operating plans focused on innovation and continuous process improvements
• Drive enhanced Guest, Crew and financial results taking into account the current competitive environment, Crew welfare and growing expectations of our Guest & Crew • Serve as on-island representation for Disney Cruise Line with local Bahamian governmental agencies; partner with Dir-Island Operations to address daily matter related to island operations
• Provides overall strategic, operational direction and leadership to the island operations teams; accountable for performance and results for Recreation, Animal Programs, Maintenance and Environmental, Island Services (Custodial, Landscaping, Pest Control, Galley, Guest Transportation), Medical, Safety & Security and Human Resources • Proactively collaborate and coordinate key business decisions with significant impact to line of business leadership, ship/shore side partners, the Director Island Operations (future) and Vice President Hotel Operations; connect the shore side strategy development and shipboard Guest experience with the island operational tactics
• Drive innovation and process optimization efforts as a leader and support the overall island experience mindset to ensure seamless and continuous Guest experiences
• Manage and monitor all financial profit and operating expenses including revenue generation, cost containment and resource optimization for the island; oversee budgets, labor management, etc. Actively contribute to the preparation of the annual operating plan
• Partners with Dir-Island Operations and designated island and shore side teams to oversee daily progress of island facility enhancements and upgrades; report back on construction projects and guest experience enhancements
• Partner with shore side Recruiting & Labor/Scheduling to manage and fulfill local recruitment & staffing needs
• Actively champion data driven engagement drivers and utilize metrics and operations indicators to measure, motivate and enhance Crew performance
Experiencia laboral requerida:
• 5+years of resort, island and/or passenger cruise ship operations experience
• Proven knowledge and experience managing a resort operation encompassing multiple lines of business
• Proven experience leading an employee population consisting of multiple levels • Proven experience working with local Bahamian authorities and government agencies
• Proven experience executing island hurricane preparedness and evacuation plans
• Familiarity of local environmental laws, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of proper food safety & sanitation policies/practices
• Familiarity with public health policies in the Bahamas purchasing and logistics knowledge
• Ability to develop and lead an initiative or project as well as teams within an operation from conception to operation
• Ability to manage conflict, influence senior management and be a trusted advisor • Able to uncover root cause of issues, analyze available options, and articulate solutions to support business objectives
• Able to function as an internal coach to leaders, peers and others by helping them identify and resolve issues, encouraging excellent management practices, anticipating internal organization issues, proposing solutions, and understand the employee perspective
• Bachelor’s degree, Hotel Management diploma or equivalent work experience
Información adicional:
This role is based on Disney’s private island in the Bahamas.
Applicants must:
- Be interested in working on a private island in the Bahamas
- Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities
- Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in areas and operations under their control
- Be willing to follow and embrace Environmentality requirements and Company practices
- Be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment
- Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
- Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally
- Obtain a criminal background check
- Bring approved work shoes
**Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.
Acerca de Disney Cruise Line:
Líder en la industria de cruceros, Disney Cruise Line ofrece un entorno donde las familias pueden reconectarse, los adultos pueden recargar energías y los niños pueden experimentar toda la magia que Disney tiene para ofrecer. Los huéspedes pueden navegar desde puertos de todo el mundo en emocionantes itinerarios hacia el Caribe, las Bahamas, Alaska y Europa, entre otros. A bordo de nuestra creciente flota de barcos y de los destinos insulares de Disney en Las Bahamas, nuestra excepcional tripulación y miembros del elenco brindan el legendario servicio de Disney y un entretenimiento encantador a nuestros huéspedes que solo Disney puede ofrecer.
Acerca de The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, junto con sus subsidiarias y afiliadas, es una empresa internacional diversificada líder en entretenimiento familiar y medios de comunicación que incluye tres segmentos comerciales principales: Disney Entertainment, ESPN y Disney Experiences. Desde sus humildes comienzos como estudio de dibujos animados en la década de 1920 hasta su reconocido nombre en la industria del entretenimiento en la actualidad, Disney continúa con orgullo su legado de crear historias y experiencias de clase mundial para toda la familia. Las historias, los personajes y las experiencias de Disney llegan a consumidores e invitados de todos los rincones del mundo. Con operaciones en más de 40 países, nuestros empleados y miembros del elenco trabajan juntos para crear experiencias de entretenimiento que sean apreciadas a nivel local y global.
Este puesto es en DCL Island Development, Ltd, que forma parte de una empresa comercial que denominamos Disney Cruise Line.
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