Golf, Recreation & Hospitality jobs near The Villages
27 active jobs near The Villages. Most are with BrightView, World Equestrian Center, Walmart, The Villages Entertainment and Cardinal Glass Industries.
With more than 50 golf courses, a recreation center in every village, plus pro shops, country clubs and hospitality venues, golf and recreation is one of the steadiest sources of work in the area. Starters, rangers, cart attendants, pro shop clerks, front desk staff, event coordinators and guest ambassadors all keep things running. Openings listed here right now: 27.
The pace is friendly and social, and a lot of the work happens outdoors. Golf shifts often start early, sometimes around sunrise, and many jobs wrap up by early afternoon. That works well for people who like mornings and want the rest of the day free. Winter and spring are the busiest months when seasonal residents are in town. Summer is slower, and heat and afternoon storms are part of the job.
You do not need to be a golfer to work here, though it helps to enjoy being around people who are. Some employers offer perks like golf discounts, so ask about them. Top employers hiring right now include BrightView, World Equestrian Center, Walmart, The Villages Entertainment and Cardinal Glass Industries. Many venues sit inside large communities or complexes, so ask where to park and check in on your first day.
What to know
- Golf shifts often start early in the morning, and many end by early afternoon.
- Winter and spring are the busiest seasons, and summer hours can be lighter.
- You do not have to play golf to work at a course or recreation center.
- Part-time openings among them: 6.
27 jobs
Entertainment Team Associate
$15 to $28 an hour
Walmart
- Tuition assistance
The Villages, FL 32163Up to 15 minPart timeAdded 3 days ago
- Tuition assistance
Room Attendant (Full Time) - The Equestrian Hotel - World Equestrian Center - Ocala
World Equestrian Center
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minFull timePosted 6 days ago
Public Space Attendant- Riding Academy Hotel
World Equestrian Center
- Flexible hours
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minFull timePosted 6 days ago
- Flexible hours
Cardinal LG -HIRING EVENT
Cardinal Glass Industries
Ocala, FL 34474Up to 45 minFull timePosted 6 days ago
Entertainment Team Associate
$15 to $28 an hour
Walmart
- Tuition assistance
Ocala, FL 34478Up to 30 minPart timeAdded 7 days ago
- Tuition assistance
Golf Course Groundsperson - Big Cypress
BrightView
- Tuition assistance
Wildwood, FL (Wildwood, Florida)Up to 15 minFull timePosted 27 days ago
- Tuition assistance
Golf Course Groundsperson
BrightView
- Tuition assistance
The Villages, FL (The Villages, Florida)Up to 15 minFull timePosted 2 months ago
- Tuition assistance
Event Services Team Lead
The Villages Entertainment
The Villages areaUp to 15 minPart timePosted 5 months ago
Event Services Associate
The Villages Entertainment
The Villages areaUp to 15 minPart timePosted 30 months ago
Entertainment Team Associate
$15 to $28 an hour
Walmart
- Tuition assistance
The Villages, FL 32163Up to 15 minPart timeAdded 7 days ago
- Tuition assistance
Recreation Manager - World Equestrian Center Ocala, FL
World Equestrian Center
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minFull timePosted 14 days ago
Room Attendant (Full Time) - The Riding Academy Hotel - World Equestrian Center - Ocala
World Equestrian Center
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minFull timePosted 27 days ago
GOLF Spray Applicator
BrightView
- Flexible hours
- Tuition assistance
The Villages, FL (The Villages, Florida)Up to 15 minFull timePosted 3 months ago
- Flexible hours
- Tuition assistance
Golf Course Groundsperson
BrightView
- Tuition assistance
Leesburg, FL (Leesburg, Florida)Up to 15 minFull timePosted 3 months ago
- Tuition assistance
Sports Sales and Event Manager- Sports at WEC- Ocala, FL
World Equestrian Center
- Flexible hours
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minFull timePosted 28 days ago
- Flexible hours
Event Attendants (Seasonal) - World Equestrian Center Ocala, FL
World Equestrian Center
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minPart timePosted 28 days ago
Golf Course Groundsperson - Chula Vista
BrightView
- Tuition assistance
Ocala, FL (Ocala, Florida)Up to 30 minFull timePosted 4 months ago
- Tuition assistance
Golf Course Groundsperson - Chula Vista
BrightView
- Tuition assistance
Leesburg, FL (Leesburg, Florida)Up to 15 minFull timePosted 4 months ago
- Tuition assistance
Director of Sales & Events - World Equestrian Center Ocala, FL
World Equestrian Center
Ocala, FL 34482Up to 45 minFull timePosted 2 months ago
Golf Course Groundsperson - Chula Vista
BrightView
- Tuition assistance
The Villages, FL (The Villages, Florida)Up to 15 minFull timePosted 4 months ago
- Tuition assistance
Questions
- Do I need to be a golfer to get one of these jobs?
- No. Many jobs, like front desk, event setup, guest services and food and beverage, do not involve playing at all. For starter, ranger or pro shop jobs, knowing the basics of the game helps, but employers mostly want people who are friendly, on time and good with guests.
- Is this job board connected to the developer of The Villages?
- No. We are an independent local job board and are not affiliated with the developer of The Villages. Check each listing to see the name of the employer that is hiring.
- Are these jobs seasonal?
- Some are. Winter and spring bring the biggest crowds, so employers often hire more people then and may cut hours in the hot summer. Ask about year-round hours before you accept an offer. The newest posting went up on October 14, 2026.