Hotel Manager

Accor; Manama; On-site; BHD 20,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa, part of Accor, seeks an experienced Hotel Manager for leading luxury operations. The role focuses on maximizing profitability while delivering outstanding guest experiences and maintaining brand standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, commercial acumen, and a track record in revenue growth in the Gulf region. A Master’s degree in Hospitality or MBA is advantageous, with fluency in English essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Hospitality Management or MBA is an advantage.
• Relevant professional qualifications in hospitality management or executive leadership are desirable.
• Strong knowledge of international luxury hospitality practices and recognised hotel quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead hotel operations to drive business performance and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive revenue growth, GOP improvement, profitability and overall business performance.
• Ensure high service standards, brand compliance and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Revenue growth

Guest experience

Team development

Education

MBA degree

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is looking for an experienced and dynamic Hotel Manager to lead hotel operations, drive business performance, and deliver exceptional luxury guest experiences. The ideal candidate will combine strong operational leadership with commercial acumen, ensuring the highest standards of service while maximising profitability and developing our Heartists.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 5–8 years of Hotel Manager experience in a luxury 5-star hotel or resort.
• Proven track record in revenue growth, GOP improvement, profitability, and business performance.
• Strong expertise in luxury operations, LQA standards, brand compliance, and guest experience.
• Excellent leadership skills in team development, Heartist engagement, and succession planning.
• Strong commercial acumen in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and stakeholder management.
• Previous experience in the Middle East luxury hospitality market, preferably in Bahrain or the GCC region.
• Proven ability to manage operational challenges, drive continuous improvement, and maintain high standards of service excellence.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Hospitality Management or Business Administration (MBA) is an advantage.

• Relevant professional qualifications in hospitality management or executive leadership are desirable.

• Strong knowledge of international luxury hospitality practices and recognised hotel quality standards.

• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

• Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is a 5-star luxury resort featuring 262 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, plus 4 water villas, which encompass 1 grand Royal Suite, 6 themed Opera Suites with private infinity pools, 21 Prestige Suites, 48 Club Millésime Rooms, and 186 Superior and Luxury Rooms. The resort boasts 6 distinctive restaurants and 3 bars/lounges, including the signature Yamaz Greek restaurant, Fiamma Italian, and Maison Sushi. Its premier event and corporate facilities comprise the magnificent Al Nakheel Grand Ballroom (divisible into 3 sections), Al Nasreya Hall, 5 dedicated meeting rooms, and the exclusive, private Sofi Island for outdoor functions. Rounding out its luxury amenities are a private Beach Club, an interactive Kids Club, and the renowned Thalassa Sea & Spa, reputed as the very first Thalassa spa in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

• We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

• Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS