Entertainer

  • Full-time
  • Location: Villa Nautica, Paradise Island, Lankanfinolhu, North Male' Atoll
  • Department: Sports and Recreation

Company Description

Villa Nautica celebrates the glitz and glamour of yacht-life and is always ‘en vogue’. Surrounded by sparkling lagoons and idyllic beaches, it is an island like no other: a hive of activity, a place to be seen. Complemented by exceptional scuba diving and other water sports, the resort embraces the seafarer lifestyle with a glamorous twist.

Job Description

The Entertainer is responsible for delivering engaging, high-energy, and culturally appropriate entertainment programs that enhance the overall guest experience at Villa Nautica. This role involves performing in scheduled evening shows and leading interactive daytime activities for in-house guests of all age groups, while maintaining the resort’s brand standards, safety protocols, and service excellence.

  • Perform and actively participate in scheduled evening entertainment programs, including:
    • Fire dance shows
    • Light dance / LED dance performances
    • Themed cultural or contemporary dance shows
    • Bingo nights and interactive game-based entertainment
  • Lead and facilitate daily recreational and fitness activities, including Aqua Zumba, Aqua Gym, Water Polo and Salsa dance classes.
  • Engage guests during evening programs through hosting, audience interaction, and professional stage presence.
  • Assist in the setup, operation, and breakdown of show equipment, costumes, props, lighting, and sound systems in coordination with the Recreation and Technical teams.
  • Ensure all performances comply with safety standards, especially for fire-based shows.
  • Support special events, private functions, festive celebrations, and seasonal programs as required.
  • Motivate and encourage guest participation while maintaining a fun, inclusive, and energetic atmosphere.
  • Adapt activity levels to suit different age groups, fitness levels, and guest preferences.
  • Ensure correct use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines during all activities.
  • Proactively interact with guests to promote daily and evening activities.
  • Build rapport with guests to encourage repeat participation and positive feedback.
  • Always present professionally, maintaining a friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic demeanor.
  • Follow resort policies, grooming standards, and health & safety regulations.

Qualifications

  • Strong dance skills, preferably with experience in Fire dancing, Light/LED dance performances and Salsa or Latin dance styles.
  • Experience in hosting or leading group activities and games (e.g., Bingo, interactive guest games).
  • Ability to lead aquatic fitness activities such as Aqua Zumba and Aqua Gym.
  • Good sense of rhythm, timing, and stage presence.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are an advantage).
  • Strong guest engagement and entertainment skills.
  • Positive attitude, high energy level, and team-oriented mindset.
  • Outgoing, creative, and enthusiastic personality.
  • Physically fit and able to perform demanding dance and water-based activities.
  • Flexible and willing to work split shifts, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
  • Culturally sensitive and respectful in a diverse, international guest environment.
  • Previous experience as an entertainer, dancer, or recreation host in a resort, hotel, cruise line, or similar hospitality environment is preferred.

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