Working in a resort in Management

Member since 24 March 2014

CWChrisMember24 March 2014 11:46:25

Hi! I found these forums and they look really informative. I've done a lot of reading but have some rather specific questions.

I am 26, English, have 2 years restaurant management experience (for large, high volume, restaurant chains), and am looking at Food & Beverage Manager positions. As I have a few questions I will keep it organised:

1) Firstly the salaries look very good, at just over 40,000USD per year. Is this realistic or are the adverts I am looking at not 100% genuine?

2) My fianc茅 is going to be studying for her masters degree (obviously distance learning!), is it generally possible for her to come with me? Obviously regarding provided accom & meals.

3) As she is wanting time to study can she work in a resort on a more part time basis?

4) As an F&B manager what level of accommodation/food would I be looking at? Also would I likely have access to a bar (not essential), and resort activities? Diving/restaurants etc.

5) It would be nice to spend time with my fianc茅! How many hours would my typical working day/week consist of?

I know I could get a lot of this information from a potential employer but I would like to go into an application knowing what to expect.

Also I appreciate some people are saying living in a resort is really boring, but we are very happy with our own company, aren't looking for much to do (would be happy with snorkeling/occassional activities, spare time is time to study) and I guess the resort would have the internet?

Thank you for your time reading, I would appreciate any insight on just a couple of these questions, so don't worry if you aren't sure on all of them.

Chris

Jullejm Member

Member since 18 July 2009

JullejmMember28 April 2014 06:02:15

hey Chris,

I dont myself work in a resort but live here as spouse si will try to answer somw of your questions, based on what I see happening here!

salary seems realistic - in our resort on a f&b manager position this is what you have access to: own room (I am the only spouse in our resort, but I know lots of resorts where it's not the case!) - the issue聽 with your fiance is probably more the title, as in she is not your wife... I am not sure you will be able to get a residency for her if not married - but you have to check this I am not sure! all water sports, inc diving (except padi or other certificate you obviously have to pay) . you would be full maintenance so no expenses (food, drinks(check for alcohol dont know - but should be) - clothes washed, appartment cleaned. if you can bring your fiance same for her. for the work it is something you have to ask for, but then she would have a seperate work permit...
my husband works 6 days a week, is gone at 8am, if lucky we have dinner at 9:30pm... so I see him, but not a lot lol - and yes we do have internet just not the best of the best!
have a look at my blog if you want to see some pics, dont聽 know if I can post it here, but the link is on my profile.
if you have any questions you can always pm me!

julie

Yvonne Anne Member

Member since 04 October 2009

Yvonne AnneMember28 April 2014 17:24:56

Hi Chris

To agree with the last post - it's doubtful whether your fiance could live with you (you need married status) but she may be able to secure a job (though doubtful whether it could be p/t) and live with another staff member.
Management work very long hours so you wopuld'nt see each other that much.
Boring is a matter of perspective.....if you like 'simple pleasures ' of nature then it will never be boring - what price can you put on an amazing Maldivian sunset & the marine life?
Salaries are good, nothing to spend themoney on either, so great for saving.
It's a restricted life and a 6day/night wk that's the only downside and something you should be aware of. Some Westerners can't cope with living on an island.
Enjoy!!