Vacantes en Dubai, United States

As the Director of Spa & Retail serving Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts brand is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management Business Administration SPA Management or a related field. Advanced certifications in spa or wellness management are a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in a spa and/or retail operations, preferably in a luxury hotel environment.
• Proven track record of achieving financial targets and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and guest luxury service skills.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets P&L statements and forecasting.
• Creativity and an eye for detail in curating unique spa treatments and retail selections.
• Ability to stay updated with industry trends wellness innovations and luxury retail developments.
• A proven ability to work under pressure manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.
• Highly organized and proactive with a passion for luxury hospitality.
• Collaborative mindset with a leadership style that inspires trust and excellence.
• Impeccable professionalism and a warm engaging personality.

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across itsglobal brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day and our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all.

The Director of Spa & Retail is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning operations and profitability of the hotels spa and retail section. This leadership role focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences driving revenue growth managing a high-performing team and ensuring the spa and retail offerings align with the hotels luxury standards.

As the Director of Spa & Retail you are ultimately responsible for overseeing the spa and retail operations as well as the team to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. You will also be required to achieve revenue targets and manage customer feedback. Specifically you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Develop and implement business strategies for the spa and retail departments to meet financial and operational goals.
• Lead and inspire the spa and retail teams to uphold the brands luxury standards and deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Collaborate with other hotel departments to ensure spa and retail offerings align with the hotels standard positioning and guest expectations.
• Oversee daily spa operations including treatment scheduling therapist performance guest satisfaction and overall service quality.
• Develop innovative spa packages and promotions to attract local and international guests.
• Ensure all spa facilities are impeccably maintained and adhere to health safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage inventory levels merchandising and vendor relationships to optimize profitability.
• Drive retail sales through staff training promotions and guest engagement.
• Ensure the delivery of personalized and memorable guest experiences that reinforce the hotels luxury standards.
• Actively engage with guests to gather feedback and address concerns promptly and professionally.
• Stay updated on market trends and guest preferences to continually enhance offerings.
• Prepare and manage the annual budgets for the spa and retail section including revenue expenses and labour costs.
• Analyse performance data including guest satisfaction sales and utilization to identify growth opportunities.
• Implement revenue optimization strategies for spa treatments memberships and retail sales.
• Recruit train and mentor spa therapists retail team members and support staff to build a skilled and motivated team.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to foster professional growth for Spa & Retail team.
• Organize team-building activities and incentive programs to maintain morale and productivity.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote spa services and retail products through digital print and local partnerships.
• Ensure all promotional materials and in-house signage align with the hotels luxury branding.
• Participate in community events and partnerships to position the spa and retail offerings as a leading destination in the market.
• Respond to audits to ensure continual improvement is achieved

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