Duty Manager

palazzoversacedubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Palazzo Versace Dubai is seeking a Duty Manager to oversee daily hotel operations and maintain exceptional service standards. You will act as Manager on Duty, guiding teams across Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, and more to ensure a flawless guest experience.

The role requires strong English communication, leadership, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a luxury setting. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Duty Manager or similar in a 5-star hotel.
• Luxury hospitality standards knowledge.
• Excellent guest service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Professional appearance and guest-oriented approach.
• Excellent command of English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
• Flexible for shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily hotel operations during assigned shifts and ensure all departments maintain high service standards.
• Act as the Manager on Duty and ensure a seamless guest experience throughout the hotel.
• Handle guest requests, feedback, and complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinate with Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, Engineering, Security, and others to address operational needs.
• Monitor hotel presentation, cleanliness, service quality, and compliance with standards.
• Support VIP arrivals, special occasions and guest requirements.
• Conduct regular operational checks and address issues promptly.
• Lead, guide and support colleagues during the shift to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Manage operational incidents and escalate significant matters to senior management when required.
• Ensure proper shift handovers, communication, and daily reports.

Skills

Guest service

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

English proficiency

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily hotel operations during assigned shifts and ensure all departments maintain high service standards.

• Act as the Manager on Duty and ensure a seamless guest experience throughout the hotel.

• Handle guest requests, feedback, and complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.

• Coordinate with Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, Engineering, Security, and other departments to address operational requirements.

• Monitor hotel presentation, cleanliness, service quality, and compliance with established standards.

• Support VIP arrivals, special occasions, and other guest requirements.

• Conduct regular operational checks and address any issues promptly.

• Lead, guide, and support colleagues during the shift to ensure efficient service delivery.

• Manage operational incidents and elevate significant matters to senior management when required.

• Ensure proper shift handovers, communication, and completion of daily reports.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Duty Manager, Assistant Front Office Manager, or similar role in a 5-star hotel.

• Strong knowledge of hotel operations and luxury hospitality standards.

• Excellent guest service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

• Professional appearance and a positive, guest-oriented approach.

• Excellent command of English; additional languages are an advantage.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.