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Director of Hotel Operations / Chief Hotel Operating Officer (Title Flexible) – Location: Egypt (Onsite).

Message the job poster from Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Corporate Director of Operations / COO to lead and execute operational strategy across a diverse portfolio including hotels, marine operations, travel companies, real estate, and ancillary hospitality business. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring operational rigor, strategic foresight, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will be based onsite, with relocation support available for the right profile.

• Compensation: EUR 10,000–12,000 / month net (take-home after personal income taxes and social contributions)
• Language: Arabic-speaking preferred; but not required

• Middle East experience mandatory. Hotel work experience in multiple countries required; not applicable if the entire career has been in a single country.
• A work experience outside of the Middle East would be helpful.
• Must have been a senior hotel GM of a luxury hotel brand for a minimum of 5 years.

• Lead and oversee group-wide operations across hospitality, marine, and ancillary business units.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives.
• Drive performance excellence, cost efficiency, and service quality across all properties and services.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and executive leadership to ensure strategic alignment and execution.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, operational benchmarks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and brand guidelines.
• Mentor and develop senior operational leaders across the group.
• Support expansion initiatives, new openings, and integration of new assets.

• Proven experience in senior operations leadership roles, ideally within hospitality, marine, or multi-service environments.
• Strong understanding of hotel operations, guest experience, and service delivery.
• Arabic language proficiency is highly advantageous; English fluency is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex operational ecosystems.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability.
• Willingness to relocate or reside outside Cairo full-time as the role is not in Cairo.

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria are invited to submit their updated CV along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for applying to Mr. Steve Renard (President) at steve@renardinternational.com

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management
• Industries: Hospitality