Duty Manager

Anantara; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara seeks a Duty Manager to oversee guest services, front desk operations, and daily shift management on site. You will ensure service standards align with Minor Hotels' high expectations and actively improve guest experiences.

The role requires a hospitality degree and Middle East hotel experience, with strong English and advantageous Arabic skills. OPERA Cloud knowledge is preferred, and flexibility with hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Hospitality Management or similar.
• Experience in Middle East 4-5 star hotels.
• Supervisory experience in Front Office.
• Excellent English (oral & written).
• Arabic language is an advantage.
• Knowledge of OPERA Cloud system.
• Highly organized, career- and results-oriented.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate guest needs and handle inquiries with attentiveness.
• Maintain complete knowledge of hotel products, facilities and promotions.
• Oversee service standards to meet Minor Hotels quality.
• Take personal responsibility for guest satisfaction and follow-up.
• Proactively suggest alternatives to enhance guest experiences.
• Coordinate with all hotel departments and communicate updates.
• Conduct daily shift briefings and pass information to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Guest services

Communication

Education

Degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

OPERA Cloud

Job description

## Duty ManagerApplylocations: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantaratime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR108665**Job Location:**Desert Islands Resort & Spa by AnantaraAnantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people. Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits. **Key Responsibilities*** Anticipate guest needs, and handle guest inquiries in a helpful and attentive manner.* To have a complete knowledge of the hotel product, including room types, rates, relative features and facilities, food and beverage outlets and promotions, spa and health club, and other Minor Hotel properties.* Oversee the service and attitude with which our guest service is being delivered, and ensure it meets the highest standard of Minor Hotels at all times.* Take personal responsibility for ensuring all issues pertaining to guest satisfaction are met and that follow up is completed on a timely basis.* Proactive and innovative, suggesting alternatives that meet guest needs in enjoying their Minor Hotel experience.* Develop a close and harmonious working relationship with all hotel departments.* Conduct daily shift briefings/meeting’s and pass on all information to team-members.**Qualifications*** Degree in Hospitality Management or similar* Work experience in Middle East in a 4-5 star hotels* Work experience in supervisory roles in Front Office* Excellent command of English language (both Oral and Written).* Arabic language will be an advantage* Knowledge of the OPERA Cloud system* Highly organized, career and result oriented with the ability to be flexible with hours, days off, assignment and additional duties.* Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast paced and constantly changing environment.