May 21, 2025
CREEK & CO. “TO CURATE UNMATCHED ACCESS TO OUTSTANDING FACILITIES, EXPANSIVE AMENITIES, AND INDUSTRY-LEADING HOSPITALITY.”
MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBER AND HONOR
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FAREWELL AIT’S!! As we conclude our training program, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each of you. Collaborating across countries and cultures has been one of the most rewarding aspects of this experience, and it would not have been the same without your commitment, resilience, and professionalism. Your hard work, adaptability, and dedication have been truly inspiring. You brought not only your skills but also your heart to every challenge we faced, and for that, Frenchman’s Creek is sincerely thankful. Although this chapter is ending, the impact of your efforts will carry on. We hope our paths cross again, and until then, we wish you all continued success, happiness, and fulfillment in your future endeavors.
Aden, Karabo, and Made - F&B & Culinary
Adam Loderer - F&B
Phiwi Gama - F&B
Nosipho Langa and Zandile Makhaye - F&B
Thato Mahlatsi - F&B
Joyce Peu - F&B
Joyce Mogosi - F&B
“Honoring the Sacrifice” MEMORIAL DAY
Memorial Day is a moment of reflection, gratitude, and remembrance. Observed on the last Monday of May, this day honors the men and women of the Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to their country. It is more than just a long weekend—it is a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom. Across the United States, families, communities, and institutions pause to pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who never returned home. As we enjoy time with loved ones, it is important to remember the true meaning behind the day. Whether by visiting a memorial, observing a moment of silence, or simply learning about the stories of those who served, we honor their legacy.
Let us carry forward the values they stood for—duty, honor, and country—and ensure their sacrifice is never forgotten.
END OF THE SEASON COOKOUT GCM, Engineering, and POA - End of the Season Cookout! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make our End-of-Season Cookout a wonderful success! Special thanks to the Culinary Team for the delicious food and the dedication that went into preparing such an enjoyable meal. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Sonja, Purchasing Director and Nicole, Events Coordinator, for your incredible coordination and behind-the-scenes support. Your expertise and attention to detail ensured everything ran smoothly from start to finish. As one team member put it: “The food was extremely delicious— We’re so thankful to be part of such a great team!” Thank you all for your contributions in making this event a memorable one!
HOME SERVICES PHOTOSHOOT Our Marketing Team recently embarked on a dynamic photoshoot for our Home Services department, capturing the essence of our team members, Brian Holden and Jose Socorro, in action. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication!
OUR VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT
Spring Contest Time! $$$ May 1 - May 31
Have you memorized Frenchman’s Creek Vision and Mission Statements? Stop by the Human Resources Office and recite the Frenchman’s Creek Mission and Vision Statement to one of our HR Team colleagues. You’ll receive a raffle ticket to enter our weekly drawing. Each week, one lucky winner will receive a $25 gift card! Let’s see who knows the Vision and Mission Statements by heart. Good luck!
Vision To cultivate an exceptional and effortless lifestyle community.
Mission To curate unmatched access to outstanding facilities, expansive amenities, and industry-leading hospitality.
Please congratulate Carlos Sanchez, who was awarded $100 by Mr. Tucker for being the only one to know Frenchman’s Creek Vision Statement at the Administrative Professionals' Day Brunch.
TAKE A SAFETY SELFIE
Want to win $25? If you see a workplace hazard, take a selfie with it and send it to NLopez@frenchmanscreek.com. If your photo is verified and a work order is placed, you will receive $25 as a thank you for helping keep Frenchman’s Creek safe! (Note: Managers are not eligible) Thank you, Erolin Alvarez from Main Club, for being a safety champion. Erolin noticed an electrical issue in the floor and she took all the necessary steps to resolve it.
MAY: MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month—a meaningful time to reflect on our emotional well-being and that of those around us. It reminds us that mental health is just as important as physical health, and that everyone deserves support, understanding, and safe spaces to talk about how they feel. This month encourages us to break the stigma, start conversations, and show appreciation for those who support mental well-being—at home, at work, and in our communities. It’s also a powerful reminder that asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but of strength. Taking care of our minds, practicing empathy, and nurturing healthy habits are small steps that can make a big difference. Let’s use this month to learn, support, and express gratitude—for resilience, compassion, and the importance of simply being there for one another.
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
HOLIDAYS You must normally work on the day of the week the holiday falls and be a full-time employee to be eligible for holiday pay. All full-time employees are eligible to receive holiday pay the first day of employment only if they work the holiday. If you are a seasonal full-time or a regular full-time employee and you do not work a holiday, you will not be eligible to receive holiday pay. Eligible employees will receive a minimum of four (4) hours holiday pay or a maximum of eight (8) hours holiday pay with the total amount of hours based upon your normally scheduled shift for that day of the week. To be paid for a holiday if you don’t work the holiday, you must have worked the regular scheduled day immediately before and following an observed holiday. If you call in sick the day before or the day after the holiday, you will not receive holiday pay. If an observed holiday falls within a pre-arranged vacation, you will be paid for the holiday and will not be charged from your accumulated vacation. If the holiday falls on a Saturday, it will be observed on the previous Friday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, it
will be observed on the following Monday. Full-Time Salaried (Exempt) Employees
As a condition of their employment status, full-time salaried employees are expected to be available on an “as needed basis” by their supervisors. If this requires you to be available for work on a holiday honored by Frenchman’s Creek, you will receive time off for the holiday at a time when department business activity allows as determined by your supervisor. Full-Time Hourly (Non-Exempt) Employees If you are a full-time hourly employee and work on a holiday, you will be paid for the time actually worked, in addition to holiday pay. Your holiday pay will be based on your average workday for the preceding six (6) weeks. If you are required to work on a holiday and work less than four (4) hours, you will be paid a minimum of four (4) hours.
W.O.W PROGRAM
At Frenchman’s Creek, we recognize those individuals who go above and beyond their normal job duties. W.O.W: It’s a Winning Attitude, Observed Dedication, and Wonderful Smile! W.O.W Winners Get $25!
ON PAR WITH OUR PEOPLE
WELCOME TO THE TEAM!
AIT ROTATION PROGRAM
Please welcome to our new staff:
Our Ambassador in Training Program provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for AIT’s to learn and expand their professional skills.
We are delighted to share that Alba Almela from Spain began her training at the Beach Club in October 2024 and she is currently completing her rotation in HR.
She is the one who completed this week’s newsletter!
ON PAR WITH OUR PEOPLE “PETS” OF THE WEEK
EARN A $250 REWARD
Meet Axle Axle is a love bug, he loves food especially biltong (beef jerky) and is all about cuddles, Axle is house trained and has his own couch. He is protective over his family especially the
How does the Frenchman’s Creek team deliver industry-leading hospitality to members?
kids, and he loves running. Axle is 12 years old. Nicknames: Handsome, Fluff Butt, and Papa. He belongs to Daylon Godfrey in GCM.
How do we cultivate an exceptional, effortless lifestyle community?
Join the challenge by providing examples how the team captures the mission and vision of Frenchman’s. Send your examples to bdaley@frenchmanscreek.com, and you could earn a $250 reward ! The most compelling and effective examples will be featured in an upcoming Board presentation.
Want to feature your pet? Email your pictures to: avillalobos@frenchmanscreek.com.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
John Lubbock was a banker, influential Liberal- Unionist politician, and naturalist who successfully promoted about a dozen measures of some importance in Parliament but was perhaps best known for his books on archaeology and entomology.
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MAY ANNIVERSARIES & BIRTHDAYS
ANNIVERSARIES DAY - NAME, DEPARTMENT, YEARS 3 - Osiel Gramajo de Leon - Common - 3 6 - Enrique Claasen - F&B - 1 6 - Aden Chetty - F&B - 1 6 - Zharkynai Imanalieva - F&B - 1 6 - Made Kutewarditya - F&B - 1 6 - Tifrere Unelus - F&B- 1 8 - John Zaloom - Accounting - 2 13 - Jimmy Jean Louis - GCM - 1 13 - Joyce Mogosi - F&B - 1 13 - Nosipho Langa - F&B - 1 13 - Thato Mahlatsi - F&B - 1 13 - Karabo Mogajane - Beach Club - 1 20 - Joyce Peu - F&B - 1 20 - Mohsin Ahmed - F&B - 1 20 - Phiwi Gama - F&B - 1 23 - David Kent - F&B - 3 28 - Walter Johnson - GCM - 1 28 - Sambulo Hlongwane - Kitchen - 1
BIRTHDAYS BIRTHDAY - NAME, DEPARTMENT 1 - Sardeep Rewat 2 - Augustus Henz 3 - Nosipho Thwala 5- Peter Lekhoaba 10 - Jean Robert Servius - Kitchen 10 - William Capstick - Golf 11 - Isabell Susana Mazarura - Kitchen 13 - Kamogelo Madimetja Mphulo - Kitchen 15 - Luciely Castillo Lopez- Fitness 22 - Brian Holden - Home Services 24 - Thelma Griffith, - F&B 24 - Thabisile Hope Mbhele, - Kitchen 25 - Juan Carlos Tovar - Engineering 25 - Russell Bradford Daley - Executive Assistant 26 - Alfredo Zuniga Saborit - GCM
26 - Bernard Polselli, - POA 26 - William Schmit, - GCM
27 - Stephen Conway Holland - Golf 29 - Atlegang Malebogo Mogotsi, - F&B 30 - Precious Masinga Cadet- Fitness
Join our dynamic team at Frenchman's Creek Beach and Country Club! We're looking for talented individuals for the following roles: JOB OPENINGS
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MEMBER LOOK AHEAD
MAY: 21 - Town Hall: Cost of Living at Frenchman’s Creek 23 - Lobster Night
23 - Summer Sunset Golf 26 - Memorial Day Golf 26 - Memorial Day BBQ
26 - Memorial Day Creek Ball 29 - Year Rounders Town Hall
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