Residence Manager

Kempinski Hotels SA; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Kempinski Dubai Creek Residences seeks a versatile Residence Manager to oversee daily operations, guest services, and staff leadership across luxury residential deployments. You will ensure exceptional living experiences for long-term residents and guests, driving high standards of service and brand alignment.

Lead front-of-house operations, manage budgets and vendor relationships, and collaborate with regional teams to implement corporate strategies while maintaining pristine facilities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field.
• 3–5+ years as Director of Rooms or similar in luxury hospitality.
• Experience in luxury residences is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resident and guest relations with high-touch hospitality.
• Lead front-of-house staff, training, and vendor management.
• Coordinate maintenance with engineering and external vendors.
• Prepare and present operational, financial, and owner reports.
• Manage budgets, costs, and inventory; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Guest relations

Budgeting

Vendor management

Communication

Staff management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Hospitality software

Job description

Residence Manager

Department: Rooms Division, Front Office & Guest Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai

Description

We are seeking a versatile and dynamic professional to join Kempinski Dubai Creek Residences. The Residence Manager oversees the daily operations, guest services, staff management and luxury hospitality standards to deliver an exceptional living experience for long-term residents and guests.

Key Responsibilities

Resident & Guest Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for residents, offering personalised, high-touch hospitality.
• Address resident requests, complaints, and maintenance inquiries promptly, resolving any issues and have attention to detail.

Operations & Staff Leadership

• Direct and supervise front-of-house staff and outsourced service contractors and vendors.
• Develop shift rosters, delegate daily tasks, and monitor performance across all residential departments.
• Conduct regular training programs to ensure team adherence to hospitality and service standards.

Property Maintenance & Quality Control

• Perform regular inspections of common areas, amenities and vacant residences to maintain pristine conditions.
• Coordinate with internal engineering and external vendors for routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and vendor contracts.
• Manage inventory, property equipment, and operating supplies for the property.

Stakeholder & Regional Alignment

• Owner Relations: Serve as the main point of contact for owners, delivering transparent updates on property financial performance, guest satisfaction, and operational challenges.
• Regional Collaboration: Work closely with the Regional team to execute corporate strategies, uphold brand standards, and implement regional operational initiatives.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular operational, financial, and owner reporting metrics.

Administration & Financial Management

• Manage operating budgets, monitor property expenses, and optimise operational costs.
• Maintain resident records, lease agreements, inventory logs, and incident reports.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, fire, and local government regulations.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or a related field.

Experience: 3 to 5+ years of experience as a Director of Rooms/ EAM or similar scope of experience in luxury hospitality. Experience in luxury residences is a must.

Skills

• Strong leadership, team management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency hospitality operational tools.
• Solid understanding of financial planning, inventory control, and vendor management.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.

About Kempinski

Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.