Hotel Manager

Advanced Search; Manama; On-site; BHD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted rates

Learning programs

Talent development

CSR initiatives

Worldwide staff discounts

Job summary

Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain invites an experienced General Manager to lead hotel operations with a strategic focus on GOP, guest satisfaction and financial performance.

You will oversee Rooms, F&B, Spa and supporting departments, driving staff engagement, yield strategies and major capital initiatives while upholding Raffles standards across every guest touchpoint.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating multiple departments to achieve GOP, EES and Health & Safety results.
• Budget planning and execution knowledge.
• Exceptional interpersonal and guest relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Front Office, Housekeeping, Spa & Health Club, F&B and Culinary to ensure smooth hotel operations.
• Provide leadership that motivates a guest‑oriented team of Heartists.
• Direct operational needs to align with annual budget and 5 year plan.
• Coach and develop hotel department heads with clear goals.
• Assist in annual operations budget/plan and achieve profit objectives.
• Ensure monthly financial outlooks for Rooms, F&B and Spa are met.
• Lead yield management for Rooms, F&B and Spa.
• Contribute to redevelopment and capital projects from operations view.
• Implement and deliver all Raffles standards across departments.
• Address guest concerns and ensure effective follow‑up.
• Support labor management and productivity maintenance.
• Respond to guest comments and requests promptly.
• Promote health and safety culture and accident prevention.
• Act as hotel champion in committees and leadership teams.
• Support senior managers and executives during operations changes.
• Lead change management for Rooms and F&B initiatives.
• Step in as General Manager in their absence.

Skills

Operations mgmt

Budget planning

Guest relations

Team leadership

Change management

Flexible schedule

Education

Hospitality degree

Job description

Introducing Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, an extraordinary addition to Raffles Hotel's renowned portfolio. This ultra-luxury property offers a unique experience as \"The Palace of the Secret Garden.\" With 78 private pool villas ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms, Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain redefines luxury hospitality in Bahrain. Our spacious villas, starting from 400 sqm, feature private pools and jacuzzis, providing guests with ultimate relaxation and privacy. Our dedicated team of Raffles Legendary Butlers ensures exceptional service and attention to detail, creating unforgettable moments for each guest. Conveniently located just 40 minutes from the airport and 30 minutes from the City Center, Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain offers easy access to Exhibition World Bahrain, Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), and the Al Dana Amphitheater, making it an ideal choice for cultural, entertainment, and business destinations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth operation and coordination of the hotel through respective department heads (Front Office, Housekeeping, Spa & Health Club, Food & Beverage, and Culinary).
• Provide leadership that engages and motivates our team of exceptionally guest oriented Heartists.
• Direct operational needs to ensure compliance with the hotel's annual budget and 5 year strategic plan.
• Provide coaching, leadership development, and goal setting with hotel department heads.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual operations budget/plan and achieve the profit objectives therein.
• Ensure that monthly financial outlooks for Rooms, Food & Beverage and Spa are accurately achieved.
• Play a lead role in yield management for Rooms, Food & Beverage and Spa.
• Be a key player in redevelopment and capital projects from an operations viewpoint.
• Ensure the implementation and delivery of all Raffles standards.
• Handle all guest concerns and ensure effective follow up thereof.
• Assist in labor management and the maintenance of productivity levels.
• Follow up on all guest comments, responding to any guest complaints or requests.
• Provide active leadership role in the culture of health and safety and accident prevention.
• Act as hotel champion and culture leader in hotel committees.
• Function as key member of the Hotel Executive Committee and Leadership Team, providing support and assistance to the Senior Managers and Executive Team.
• Play a key role and lead change management for Rooms and Food & Beverage initiatives.
• Assume the responsibilities of the General Manager in his/her absence.

Qualifications

• Operations management with extensive experience in Rooms, Food & Beverage management and Spa operations experience.
• Clear knowledge of budget planning and execution.
• Post secondary diploma/degree in hospitality an asset.
• Proven record to coordinate multiple departments to make gains towards targeted GOP, EES and Health & Safety results.
• Exceptional interpersonal and guest relations skills.
• Proven team-leader with outstanding motivational skills and coaching ability.
• Ability to motivate developing leaders to act as entrepreneurs while implementing innovative, profit driven, guest satisfaction oriented solutions.
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, holidays and various schedules.

Additional information

• Opportunity to join the first Raffles in Bahrain.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.